Suffolk Reporter

Floyd Academy recently held its mid-year graduation ceremony, marking the completion of high school requirements for 15 students who are now part of the Class of 2025. The event was attended by graduates, their families, faculty, staff, administrators, Board of Education members, and mentorship partners from Stony Brook University and Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Long Island.

Principal John DeBenedetto addressed the graduates during the ceremony. “Today we are acknowledging your success – you are a success story,” he said. He emphasized the importance of having a vision and plan to achieve goals. Each graduate received a certificate while Mr. DeBenedetto shared personal highlights and discussed their future plans, which include attending trade schools or colleges, joining the workforce, pursuing nursing careers, or enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Mr. DeBenedetto expressed optimism about their futures: “We are excited for your future – we have witnessed you grow and mature.” He noted that graduates had developed a new foundation to help them reach their goals.

The mid-year graduates will also have the opportunity to participate in June's commencement with the full Class of 2025.

Congratulations were extended to this year's mid-year graduates: Nicholas Allison, Melvin Amaya, Jaden Braun, Diana Gonzalez, Adrianna Hernandez, Nahzavia Jasper, Darian Manzolillo, Matthew McAlonen, Alexis Montanez, Isabella Papaccio, Hannah Perrone, Alif Rahman, Nevaeh Ringgold, Kelvin Rodas Garcia and Caiden Wilkerson.

Best wishes were offered to all graduates as they move forward in their respective paths.