Led by Assistant Principal Reinaldo Latorre, 13 Bellport High School summer graduates processed through Ebersole Auditorium to the cheers of family during South Country Central School District’s annual summer graduation, held on Aug. 20.

During this momentous occasion, Summer School Principal Erika DellaRosa welcomed families and the newest alumni, while Principal Timothy Hogan congratulated the students on their perseverance during the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing restrictions. He noted that with graduation comes increased personal responsibility, which in turn renders “ownership and accountability for our own actions.” He also encouraged the students to unleash their “untapped potential.”

Following Mr. Hogan’s address, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Joseph Giani certified that the students had met New York State’s requirements for graduation.

Dr. Giani, Mr. Hogan and Board of Education President E. Anne Hayes then presented each of the graduates with his or her diploma as their photos flashed upon a large screen. Ms. Hayes also led the graduates in the ceremonial moving of the tassel, commemorating the students becoming Class of 2020 alumni of the South Country Central School District.

The District extends its congratulations and wishes for continued success to the graduates.