Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 21, 2024 Northeast Metro Tech celebrates graduation of Class of 2024 S uperintendent David DiBarri was proud to share that Northeast Metro Tech celebrated the graduation of 292 students this year. In a ceremony held on Friday, June 7, at Melrose High School, Northeast Metro Tech bid congratulations and goodbye to students from the Class of 2024, several of whom spoke during graduation ceremonies. “As we stand on the brink of the next chapter of our lives, I am fi lled with hope and anticipation,” said Valedictorian Amanda Andrade Ferreira, of Malden. “We are ready to face the future, armed with the lessons we’ve learned and the strength we’ve gained from our experiences. We have proven that we can adapt, persevere, and thrive, no matter the obstacles.” Principal Carla A. Scuzzarella noted that this graduating class started their high school careers amid the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges it presented, and that they rose above those challenges to thrive at Northeast MetNeed a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? For more info, call (857) 249-7882 Dan - 1972 We’re Open on Father’s Day! MAJOR BRANDS AT DISCOUNT PRICES! Singles * Tins * Bundles * Boxes * Travel Humidors * Desk Top Humidors * Many Types of Lighters * Ash Trays * Juuls * Vapes * Glass Pipes * Rewards Program * CBD Infused Products * GIFTS UNDER $30 - GIFT CERTIFICATES CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR BOSTON CELTICS! Join Our FREE Rewards Program & SAVE Even More! NEW HOURS: OPEN MON. - SAT., 9 AM - 7 PM / SUN., 9 AM - 6 PM Humidor Specials! Starting as LOW as $99. Complete with Accessories R.Y.O. TOBACCO & TUBES ON SALE! Green Label Cigar Sale! Buy 2 Cigars, Get One FREE! A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 Rain fell though the sunshine at the Northeast Metro Tech Class of 2024’s graduation ceremony. (Courtesy Northeast Metro Tech) The Class of 2024’s class offi cers stand before their classmates. Pictured from left to right are Class President Kerryn Jean, of Melrose, Promotions Offi cer Kerry Jean, of Melrose, Vice President Dillon Veader, of North Reading, Treasurer Aina Saharan, of Malden, Secretary Nicholas Boissonnault, of Revere, and Samantha Jackson, of Saugus, who is Junior Class President. (Courtesy Northeast Metro Tech) ro Tech. “Like the classes just ahead of you, you are the defi nition of the word ‘resilient.’ You navigated through remote learning, virtual shop classes, and Zoom fatigue with steady determination. You found ways to connect with each other, even when physically apart. And through it all, you demonstrated an extraordinary capacity to care Celebrating Our 52nd Year Chris 2024 for one another, to support your classmates and to stay positive,” Scuzzarella said. “You helped bring the ‘normal’ back into our school.” Class President Kerryn Jean, of Melrose, told her fellow graduates that it’s okay if some of them are still searching for direction, and encouraged students to be themselves as they head into the world. “As we stand on the road of adulthood, it’s natural to feel a mix of excitement and uncertainty about the future. Some of us may have our paths mapped out, while others are still searching for direction. And that’s okay. Life is a journey, not a destination, and it’s perfectly normal to feel unsure at times. What matters most is that we stay true to ourselves, hold fast to our dreams, and never lose sight of the unique path that lies ahead,” said Jean. “Reflecting on our high school years, it’s hard to believe how much we’ve grown since those early days as freshmen. The challenges we faced, particularly with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, tested our resilience and adaptability. Yet, through it all, we GRADUATION | SEE PAGE 12 A double rainbow appeared over graduates during the ceremony. (Courtesy Northeast Metro Tech)
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