Page 14 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – Friday, June 26, 2020 Waybright School chooses Student of the Year By Tara Vocino G ianna Stasio was selected as this year’s Student of the Year at Waybright Elementary School. “I’m optimistic,” Gianna said while moving on from Waybright on Tuesday afternoon during a rolling ceremony. “I always look on the bright side.” Gianna added that she was stunned when she found out on Zoom that she had been selected as Student of the Year. Her mother, Lisa, said she is proud of Gianna and that her teachers and classmates are like family. Like Gianna, she was shocked at the news. Approximately 28 teachers voted for her using a point rating system. She acknowledged that there were several other students who could have been chosen and thanked her teachers for selecting her. Principal Patricia Romano commented on why they chose Gianna. “What sets Gianna apart from others is her citizenship and excellent academic achievement,” she said. “She demonstrates strong character, mature behavior and integrity.” Romano added that Gianna is involved in several school activities and that she is wellliked by staff and students. Waybright Elementary School student Gianna Stasio, center, with her father, Jay, and mother, Lisa (Advocate photo by Tara Vocino) “She’s such a friendly young lady with a big smile and a positive attitude,” Romano said. Gianna is also a member of Saugus Girl Scout Troop 76134 and the gymnastics program at the Saugus YMCA. —Tara Vocino may be reached at printjournalist1@gmail.com. Teachers Mary Sueltenfuss, left, and Linda Gauthier with Waybright Elementary School Student of the Year Gianna Stasio. (Photos Courtesy of Waybright Elementary School Principal Patricia Romano) Waybright Elementary School Principal Patricia Romano, Student of the Year Gianna Stasio and her mother, Lisa, in front of the school on Tuesday Mass. Teachers Association endorses Gravellese for State Rep oe Gravellese’s campaign for State Representative picked up another education endorsement this week, as the Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA) announced it is endorsing Gravellese for the 16th Suff olk District (Revere, Chelsea and Saugus). The MTA represents over 110,000 educators across Massachusetts. The MTA joins the Boston Teachers Union, which had J previously endorsed Gravellese in the Democratic primary election, which will be held on September 1. “It’s an honor to work with the educators of the Massachusetts Teachers Association and Boston Teachers Union as we push for the changes our students and teachers need to succeed,” said Gravellese. “Together with educators, we will fi ght for universal pre-K for all kids across Massachusetts. We'll make sure Massachusetts delivers on the promises of the Student Opportunity Act, ensuring we are investing in all students. And we’ll work to tackle the obstacles that get in the way of education for too many.” Voters can learn more about Gravellese’s campaign at www.joegrav.com. Friends, from left to right: Kiara McCarthy, Student of the Year Gianna Stasio, second from left, Sofi a McCarrier, Gianna Stasio, Madison McCarthy and Sydney Ferreira. This week on Saugus TV Sunday, June 28 from 9-11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges). Monday, June 29 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies). Tuesday, June 30 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Health Meeting from June 22. Wednesday, July 1 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – School Committee Meeting from June 22. Thursday, July 2 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Finance Committee Meeting from June 24. Friday, July 3 at 9 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Friday Night Frights” (scary movies). Saugus TV can be seen on Comcast Channels 8, 9, & 22. For complete schedules, please visit www.saugustv.org. ***programming may change without notice***
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