Staples High School sent over 430 graduates into the world tonight.
The 138th commencement exercises took place at Paul Lane Field, under a warm sun and cloudless skies.
“06880” will post a full story tomorrow (with plenty of photos). Here’s a sneak preview:
From left: Superintendent of Schools Thomas Scarice, Staples assistant principal for the senior class Pat Micinilio (carrying the mace) and Staples High principal Stafford Thomas lead the processional.
Proud graduate Michael Loya.
Valedictorian Abe Lobsenz, with his speech.
Each graduate gets an “official” photo. Luca Caniato poses with his diploma.
Staples faculty cheer for their students.
An empty seat honored Max Harper, the Class of 2025 member who died last fall. His favorite number was 31 — and his was the 31st name called.
(All photos/Dan Woog)
We were the 74th class to graduate in 1961! So proud to say I was a member with my twin sister Ann!