We are proud to announce our top ten graduates for 2024!
Kayleigh Hardy, daughter of Timothy and Kristen Hardy, has been named Valedictorian. Kayleigh has been a member of the National Honor Society, National Art Honor Society, Key Club, Student Council, Math League, Yearbook, and Spanish Club. She has also participated in Varsity soccer and softball throughout high school. Kayleigh will attend Siena College in the fall, majoring in elementary education. In 10 years, she hopes to start her own family and be a successful elementary teacher.
Most important thing learned in school: “Hard work pays off.”
Number-one priority: “My family.”
Garrett Brown, son of Amber and Jeremiah Brown, has been named Salutatorian. Garrett has been a member of the National Honor Society and played Varsity soccer, basketball, and baseball throughout high school. Garrett will attend SUNY Adirondack in the fall, majoring in mechanical engineering. He also plans to transfer to Clarkson after two years. In 10 years, he hopes to work at BMW.
Most important thing learned in school: “Challenges will be thrown at you, but you can always overcome them.”
Number-one priority: “Money.”
Xander Jenkins, son of Janet Jenkins and Michelle Jenkins. Xander has been involved in musical theater and Varsity golf throughout high school. Xander plans to attend Russell Sage in the fall, majoring in musical theater. In 10 years, he hopes to perform on stage, be it on Broadway or wherever he finds himself.
Most important thing learned in school: “To get out of my comfort zone and take risks.”
Number-one priority:“To have success and work hard.”
Myles Spector, son of Jason and Stacy Spector. Myles is a member of the National Honor Society. After graduation, Myles plans to continue apprenticing at a performance engine building shop. In 10 years, he hopes to restore classic cars and work in high-performance motorsports.
Most important thing learned in school: “It’s important to be able to do things you don’t want to do and do them well.”
Number-one priority: “Continue to learn and surround myself with experts in my area of interest.”
Gavin Bennett, son of Heidi Larrow-Black and Zebulon Bennett. Gavin is a member of the National Honor Society and the National Technical Honor Society. In the fall, Gavin will attend Hudson Valley for electrical line work. In 10 years, he hopes to be working and have a nice house and vehicle.
Most important thing learned in school: “Dealing with different-minded people.”
Number-one priority: “Friends and family.”
Taylor Henzel, daughter of Patrick and Kelli Henzel. Taylor is a member of the National Honor Society and will soon start a full-time job at Johnson Controls. In 10 years, she hopes to live somewhere in the South with a family of her own.
Most important thing learned in school: “Keep your circle small.”
Number-one priority: “To be successful and happy in life.”
Adrianna Sharrow, daughter of Kira Vitouski and Shane Sharrow. Adrianna has been involved in the National Honor Society and Varsity basketball throughout high school. Adrianna will be joining the workforce in the fall. In 10 years, she hopes to be wealthy and have a family.
Most important thing learned in school: “To have a good work ethic.”
Number-one priority: “Money.”
Samantha Traver, daughter of Patrick Traver and Rachel Rambo. Samantha has been involved in National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Varsity soccer and Trap Club throughout high school. Samantha will attend SUNY Plattsburgh in the fall, majoring in business management. In 10 years, she hopes to be running a spa, married, and living in a lake house.
Most important thing learned in school: “Keep trying; if you don’t understand something, do not be afraid to ask for help.”
Number-one priority: “To get out and see the world. Life is too short to stay in one place.”
Saiyuri Tillmon, daughter of Maria Ramos and Tyrone Tillmon. Saiyuri plans to attend Mohawk Valley Community College, majoring in game art in the fall. In 10 years, she hopes to live a peaceful life, working from home and spending hours with her significant other.
Most important thing learned in school: “Keep trying because something is better than nothing.”
Number-one priority: “Graduating college with high grades.”
Aidan Echeandia, son of Nicole and Eric Eisenchmidt and Brandon Echeandia, is the class president. Throughout high school, Aidan participated in Musical Theatre, local community theatre, band, and chorus. He plans to attend Russell Sage College in the fall to major in musical theatre. In 10 years, he hopes to be on stage or in front of a camera.
Most important thing learned in school: “Compassion and inclusivity.”
Number-one priority; “To become a successful actor while making others happy. The world needs more smiles!”