After being to Saturday morning, the Class of 2012 got to graduate outside in the school's football stadium.
Valedictorian Hanna Lazio included a quick, a capella rap in her speech briefly referencing the .
"I want to thank all the teachers for the things they teach... administrators, faculty and staff too because there are so many important things that you do," Lazio rapped (Video of this is on the way).
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The senior class gift to the school is consisting of a $500 scholarship to the next four classes and a donation of funds to the class of 2016 to prepare for Homecoming and other activities.
Superintendent Michael Locantore encouraged the students in his speech as they moved on from the high school.
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"Remain who you are, stimulate your mind, but lead with your heart," Locantore said during his speech. "My sincerest wishes for a good life, and may God bless you."
Check back to Patch this weekend and next week for much more coverage of Graduation 2012. Take photos or video at Graduation? or email them to michael@patch.com.
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