An in-person graduation ceremony was held for the Class of 2020 Thursday evening. Over 210 people, around 70 of which were graduates, attended the ceremony, which took place on the Pascack Valley football field and began at 6 pm. Each graduate was permitted to bring two guests and was required to bring a consent form, as well as a face mask. Chairs provided by the school were spaced out to comply with social distancing and state guidelines.
The ceremony began with the procession of graduates and the playing of the national anthem. Speeches were given by various graduates and administrators, including interim principal John Puccio and Senior Class President Emily Kennedy. Pre-recorded speeches from speakers who were unable to attend were also played during the ceremony.
While there are 296 graduates, a significant portion of the senior class was not in attendance, as many are away for “Beach Week” – an annual student-organized tradition in which graduates take a trip to the beach after the conclusion of the school year.
Below are pictures and videos taken during the event.
Graduates walk onto the field at the beginning of the ceremony.
Senior Class President Emily Kennedy delivers a welcome speech.
Interim principal John Puccio commends the Class of 2020 for their perseverance.
Salutatorian and graduate Olivia Jones speaks about the end of senior year.
Faculty speaker Leah Jerome speaks about the community and spirit of the Class of 2020.
Graduates walk across the stage as their names are announced.
Graduates move their tassels from the right to the left side of their caps.
Photos by Matt Austin / Videos by Ellie Kim, Spencer Goldstein