North Salem Graduation 2020

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July 2, 2020

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SALEM HIGH
SCHOOL

Jonathan Jesse Aversano Zachary Daniel Lado Andrew Roberts
Samantha Drew Bernstein Eric Edward Lange Ayden James Roché
Amanda Laurenzano Peter Michael Rossi
Alexandra Blackwell Anthony Laurenzano Matteo Vail Rubini
Harrison Blackwell
Kathryn Ledley Lauren Russo
omas John Brewer Ashley Anne Leone Kevin Ryan
Sela Aziza Brown Emma Rose Litch eld Karla Salguero
Mark L. Mackenzie Hope Lauren Sandor
Kristian Burt Marc D. Schembri
Stephanie Lauren Carlin Amanda Marano Jenna Catherine Shaughnessy
Megan Marano Anna Cristina Singer
Hannah Carminucci Bridget McDonald Kyle Christopher Singer
Amanda Chefalas Amina Mirza Cullen Joseph Smith
Katherine Mogg Gri n Douglas Smith
Christopher Chefalas Elizabethann Molina Trevor J. Smith
Claire Cocking Ryan Monaghan Elisabeth Squire
Jonathan Ndreu Aarianna Stickney
Matthew Shay Cole Sophie Anna Nilsen Alexa Rachel Tamis
Jonah Iain Da Silva Jack O’Connor Chloe Elizabeth Tamis
Katie Paulsen Luba Louise Tica
Aidan Dearborn Isabella Piacentino Juliana Viebrock
Kayley Ann Decina Katelyn Sarah Porter Madeline Anne Wagner
Taylor Elaine Dell Sebastian Wallos
Kayla Grace DeModna Emily Press Yibing Wang
Julia Nicole DeSanto Michael Puletz Timothy Joseph Woel e
Nicholas DiGiacomo Dylan Quadrini Leah Wright
Mauranne Doggen Robert Amador Reino Megan Wright
Anthony James Dolce Josiah Xavier Zenon
Emily Grace Dreyer Ryan Renda
Christian N. Du y Christian Reyes
Juliana Lauren Dutt James C. Riordan
Allison Jan Eberhardt

Ryan Engel
Ashley M. Farraj
Steven Fernandez
Sebastian Erich Fitzgerald
Jonathan Louis Fornara
Brianna Cristina Gallo
Timothy James Giacchetto
Gabriella Rose Gizzo
Emmet Halton
Aidan M. Healy
Joan Patricia Herlihy
Steven omas Herlihy
Maia Isabel Hofmann
Michael Joseph Horan
Michael Illescas
Juliette Huan Intrieri
Sophia Elizabeth Irizarry
Katrina Sophia Itchkow
Ashley Ann Jagemann

Henry James
Cole M. Je ery
Lily Grace Kappes

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Making history

North Salem High School made national headlines with its groundbreaking
approach to holding a drive-in graduation and, among other things,
creating a special social distance hand to deliver diplomas to students.

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NCOhloReTTHamSisALEM HS VALEDICTORIAN

We gave this accomplished student one more piece of homework to complete before the year was up with some questions about her experience in high school and what she plans to do after.
Here’s what she had to say:

What activities are you involved in at high school
and in the community?

I have tried to involve myself in our community as
much as possible. I am one of the Board of Education
representatives for my grade. I played on the varsity
tennis team and was a member of yearbook, newspaper,
and Model UN. I also have tutored younger students.
I have been a Girl Scout since I was 7. For my Gold
Award, I beautified a courtyard in the school so
the students could have a place to escape from the
crowded cafeteria and get work done in a stress free
environment.

What does it feel like to be named valedictorian?
Seeing myself up on the screen was a very emotional
experience. It is very rewarding to know that all of my
hard work has been recognized.

Where are you going to college, what will you
major in and how did you decide on that college and
major?

In the fall, I will be attending Duke University as
a biomedical engineering major. For as long as I can
remember, I’ve been fascinated by math and science.
Once when I asked for a microscope for my birthday,
I was mesmerized, carefully examining anything I
could fit on a slide. I still have this childlike wonder
when learning science, whether it is biology, chemistry,
or physics. As a biomedical engineer, I could use
my passion to have a profound impact on others. I
decided to continue my education at Duke because it
has countless research opportunities for engineering
students.

What is a favorite memory of yours from high school? of 100 students has been together since kindergarten. From an early age, I was
My favorite memory from high school is graduation. Our senior advisors and taught the importance of acceptance and inclusiveness. In elementary school, we
principal worked effortlessly to make it a special night that we will all remember for had a program called Tiger Cares where we were rewarded for showing empathy,
the rest of our lives. compassion, and understanding towards others.

Are there any teachers that had an impact on you? If so, who and why? What are some goals you have for the future?
Last year, I discovered a passion for math I had not known for most of my high In the future, I want to be part of new medical and technological advances to
school career. This love developed because of my AB Calculus teacher, Mrs. Bratt. help others overcome diseases. I would be thrilled to work at a company similar
As a result of her strong devotion to her students, she became a teacher that I look to Regeneron, which is currently working on a drug in response to the Covid-19
to for both advice and wisdom. I noticed myself looking at things differently after pandemic.
her class. I was able to be a better problem solver, studier, and peer to my fellow
students. What will you miss most about high school and North Salem?
I will miss being in such a close knit community. Because our small grade of 100
How has North Salem High School prepared you for the future? has been together ever since kindergarten, we have a strong bond with each other.
My school system has made me the person I am today. Since we don’t have a Even though we are close knit, we are welcoming to any newcomers. It feels like
town, my sense of community comes through the school. My graduating class students who came to NS in 9th grade have been here forever.

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Congratulations to the residents of North
Salem, NY who were part of Kennedy Catholic

Preparatory School’s Class of 2020.

Maggie Colgan Victoria Kleinschmidt
Cameron Crane Kaitlyn Mucilli
Thomas Duffy Daniel Savino
Arlene Flanders Grace Solazzo
Camille Gordon Luke Tinger

Contact Brian Bruder for admission information: [email protected]
John F. Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School | 54 Route 138, Somers, NY 10589

(914) 232-5061 | KennedyCatholic.org

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NKOathReTriHne SMAoLggEM HS SALUTATORIAN

We gave this accomplished student one more piece of homework to complete before the year was up with some questions about her experience in high school and what she plans to do after.
Here’s what she had to say:

What activities are you involved in at high school
and in the community?

roughout high school I participated in varsity
track and eld as well as soccer. I was a sprinter since
freshman year and I played for the varsity soccer team
since tenth grade. As for clubs, I participated in Model
UN, Tiger Times, International Club, and National,
World Language, Mu Alpha Math, and English Honor
Societies. In my local community, I volunteered at St.
Luke’s rift shop on the weekends.

What does it feel like to be named salutatorian?
It is nice to be recognized for the hard work I put
into my academics throughout high school and I was
honored to be able to speak in front of my friends
and family at our graduation ceremony. Being named
Salutatorian gives me the motivation to work hard in
college and beyond because I want to live up to the title
I was given.

Where are you going to college, what will you major together with such a bang! I mean come on, there were creatively in a way that facilitates problem solving.
in and how did you decide on that college and major? even reworks and a song from Jason Mraz. How does it High school at NS has prepared me to learn, question
get better than that?! and de ne, and because of that, I believe I’ll be able to
I am going to Northeastern University! As of right now handle anything college may throw my way.
I am planning on majoring in journalism and English. Are there any teachers that had an impact on you? If
I am so excited to attend Northeastern for plenty of so, who and why? What are some goals you have for the future?
reasons: I chose the school because I feel like it provides During college, I would love to study abroad at least
the best opportunities to succeed in the workforce During my senior year, my English teacher, Dr. once and complete a co-op at a prestigious broadcasting
once I have nished my academic career. ey have Kowgios, had a huge impact on me. I have never been so company. I’m manifesting it now! Long term, I just want
an exceptional co-op program that provides students enthralled in a single class before, and the engaging way to nd my place in the world, hopefully landing myself a
hands-on experience in the eld of their choice all while he taught super dense readings like “Heart of Darkness” job that makes me happy but also pays the bills.
allowing them to earn money that can go towards tuition. fostered a whole new appreciation for literature inside
me. I think it was because of that class I realized I What will you miss most about high school and
is makes the school more cost e ective! Despite wanted to major in English along with Journalism. North Salem?
growing up in the North Salem community, I am a city But Dr. Kowgios had a large impact on me outside
gal! Northeastern is in Boston, Massachusetts, so in part, the academic scope, too. He teaches his students new I will miss the close-knit nature of our community.
I chose this school because it gives me an exciting urban outlooks on life that expand way beyond the con nes of Because North Salem is so small, it’s easy to make
environment. I must add that Northeastern prides itself a classroom, and what I have learned has helped me live long-lasting and deep connections with friends and
on providing their students with a plethora of “Global a genuinely more ful lling life. From his class, I learned teachers; it really hurts my heart to move on from those
Opportunities.” I love to learn about other cultures, and so that “this above all, to thine own self be true.” Anyone people. I’m not even sure if connections like the ones I’ve
I am super excited to take advantage of the opportunities who has him as a teacher is beyond lucky. made at NS are even possible at larger communities like
Northeastern o ers abroad. Not to mention, the school’s universities, but I’m trying to stay optimistic. Regardless,
Honors Program o ered me a scholarship, and higher How has North Salem High School prepared you the relationships I have formed at North Salem are
education is outrageously expensive these days, so every for the future? irreplaceable, and they will remain close to my heart for
cent helps. Go Huskies! years to come. Go Tigers!
North Salem has taught me to think critically and
What is a favorite memory of yours from high school?
ere are plenty of wonderful memories I have to look

back upon when it comes to my high school experience
at North Salem, but I think my favorite memory would
have to be graduation. Despite the pandemic hindering
my class’ senior year experience, we ended our time