By: Pamela Stern
On Thursday, June 22nd Abe Stark Primary School (PS 346) held their fifth grade graduation ceremony. As the students embark on the end of their elementary school years this symbolizes a new beginning for them, as they will start middle school in the fall.
PS 346’s auditorium was filled with decorations, yellow and blue balloons (PS 346’s school colors), and families of the soon to be graduates. After the graduates entered, everyone stood for the Pledge of Allegiance and the students sang “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” Principal Edwards gave a welcoming speech to everyone in attendance, which was followed by a vocal performance of “Rise Up” from The Class of 2023. Assistant Principal Ms. Palmer gave an inspiring speech to the fifth graders and then she and Ms. Morales together presented the class awards to the recipients in the class of 2023.
Salutatorian, Sophie Diaz and Valedictorian, Aidan Giscombe gave speeches to their classmates inspiring them in their future educational endeavors. The graduates then sang, “This is Me”. PS 346’s former Assistant Principal, Dr. Vafiadi gave closing remarks to the graduates and their families.
Ms. Bonin presented the diplomas to the graduates. After all of the diplomas were handed out there was a slideshow presentation of the class of 2023. Lastly, students performed a dance to “Rise Up” which was choreographed by Ms. Bryant.
Photos by: Voshon Thomas
