The Valley Stream Central High School District recently held its annual graduation ceremony for Valley Stream Central High School District students graduating after completing summer school coursework. The Class of 2021 was celebrated for its hard work and dedication throughout the summer to earn their diplomas.

“I am proud of each and every one of the students that have graduated this summer,” said Dr. Wayne Loper, Acting Superintendent of Valley Stream Central High School District. “These graduates have shown perseverance throughout the summer to complete their high school studies and earn their high school diplomas. On behalf of our Board of Education, administration, and teachers, I wish them all success and happiness throughout the next stage of their lives. I am confident that they will continue to make all of us at the Valley Stream Central High School District proud.”

During the ceremony, students were called up one by one to receive their diplomas from members of the Valley Stream Central High School District Board of Education as well as Summer School administration. Twelve students received their diplomas and celebrated with their proud parents, family members and district officials in attendance.

The Valley Stream Central High School District congratulates the following students:

Central High School: Anfal Ahmed, Brandon Greene, Terrence Haye, Jr., Javoni Henry, Amanpreet Kaur, Samir Leon, Michael Mirambeaux, Omar Rafiqi, Nathaniel Rojas, Arshdeep Singh, and Fariha Waheed

North High School: Christopher Glass

Congratulations to the Valley Stream North Class of 2021 recipients of the New York State Seal of Biliteracy. 43 students received their Seals in Spanish, Italian, and Turkish. The students conducted oral and visual cultural comparisons presentation in topics ranging from educational systems, fashion, gastronomy, traditional celebrations, music appreciation, political challenges, social issues, and global warming.

Tremendous credit goes to the World Language and English as a New Language departments at VSN who foster in their students the love and passion for learning a language other than English. The Valley Stream North Seal of Biliteracy program has grown from 18 recipients receiving their medals two years ago in its inaugural year to 44 total medals being granted this year.

Seal of Biliteracy coordinators Fabián Jara and Rosemarie Scaglione are extremely proud of their students and their dedication to language learning and cultural understanding.