THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2021 Page 7 Northeast Metro Tech holds graduation ceremonies for Class of 2021 WAKEFIELD – Superintendent-Director David DiBarri and Principal-Deputy Director Carla Scuzzarella are pleased to announce the graduation of the 301 students in the Class of 2021 at Northeast Metropolitan Regional Vocational High School (Northeast Metro Tech). Northeast Metro Tech held four mini-graduation ceremonies, two each on Thursday, June 3 and Friday, June 4, smaller events planned before the state lifted its COVID-19 restrictions. Each ceremony contained graduates from four of the school’s 16 Career Technical Education paths. Graduates in each ceremony walked on to the School football fi eld to diff erent music, from the traditional “Pomp and Circumstance” to the classic Queen song “Don’t Stop Me Now.” DiBarri praised the students for their commitment to career technical education amid the trying times of a pandemic. “You are resilient, capable, and hopeful – exactly what the world needs right now. With a career and technical education, you have a leg up. You have industry knowledge and hands-on experience that many of your peers don’t have,” DiBarri told graduates. “I fi rmly believe that each one of you has tremendous potential, and that your futures are bright.” DiBarri then challenged the graduates to reflect on the dreams they had during a yearplus of COVID-19 restrictions, and to run toward those dreams in the coming year. Dr. Scuzzarella spoke about the return to a post-COVID-19 world and about interpersonal contact, and how the Class of 2021 remained resilient. “You have been truly tested, and you have not faltered,” Scuzzarella said. “As the sign at the bottom of the hill says, You are on your way.” Valedictorian Victoria Vieira, a drafting and design student from Revere, refl ected on the journey of the past four years. She then quoted Albert Einstein: “Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one learned in [high] school.” “Although we many not always remember how to read Old English or how to balance chemical equations, we must remember our determination and the obstacles we have overcome,” said Vieira. “I urge you to continue taking that step forward, no matter how cumbersome life appears.” Salutatorian Victoria Fama, a drafting and design student from Malden, spoke about the obstacles the Class of 2021 overcame. “Our time at Northeast has brought us opportunities to Senior Class President Anna Falasca and Class Advisor Ryan Kelly led the student procession in the fi rst of four graduation ceremonies. (Photos Courtesy of Northeast Metro Tech) be mentored by understanding teachers, build lifelong bonds with our peers and even fi nd a sense of who we are as individuals,” Fama said. Class President Anna Falasca, an early childhood education student from Saugus, focused on the unexpected lessons learned along the way. “Class of 2021, you have taught me so much in a short time: strength, determination, perseverance and how to avoid Zoom,” she said. “We’re going to have one crazy story to tell one day.” The fi rst of four graduations included a surprise presentaSenior Class President Anna Falasca spoke to graduates and their families. tion. Bryan Garosano, an HVAC student from Exeter, N.H., and formerly of Wakefi eld, was presented his diploma by his brother, U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kevin Garosano. Sgt. Garosano, an armored crewman currently stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, and a nine-year military veteran, had been home visiting his family a few weeks ago. The surprise of his return was well-kept. “He thinks I’m working,” Sgt. Valedictorian Victoria Vieira spoke to the Class of 2021. Garosano said, referring to his brother, before the surprise. Sgt. Garosano sat behind the stage, appearing when his brother’s name was announced. The brothers hugged as Kevin presented Bryan his diploma. $2.39 GALLON We accept: MasterCard * Visa * & Discover Price Subject to Change without notice 100 Gal. Min. 24 Hr. Service 781-286-2602 AUTOTECH 1989 SINCE U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kevin Garosano (right) surprised his brother Bryan Garosano and presented him his diploma. Posing with them are their parents, Bryan and Kathleen Garosano. Is your vehicle ready for the Summer Season?!! Recharge your vehicle's AC for the warm weather! Includes up to 1 LB. of Refrigerant* (*Most Vehicles/Some Restrictions May Apply) AC SPECIAL Only $69.95 DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! 2015 LINCOLN MERCURY MKZ 2011 FORD FESTIVA Premium Package, 2.0T Turbo Engine, Clean Title, Warranty, Only 95K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! Only 105K Miles, Clean Title, Save Money on Gas! Great Commuter Car! TRADES WELCOME! $12,900 $5,995 (781) 321-8841 • (617) 571-9869 Easy Financing Available! Salutatorian Victoria Fama spoke to the crowd. 1236 EasternAve • Malden EddiesAutotech.com Vehicle! We Pay Cash For Your
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