Graduation 2021: See list of LaFayette High School graduates; meet 2 top students

It’s graduation time.

High school students in the Class of 2021 have been through a lot: remote learning; being required to wear masks; shortening or cancelling sports seasons, musicals and concerts; and a whole lot of uncertainty. They have had to distance themselves from their friends and teachers for months.

Even through all that, they’ve done what’s required to make it through to the end of the school year.

To celebrate the Class of 2021, we are publishing lists of the graduates from more than 60 schools across Central New York.

We will report who is the valedictorian and salutatorian (or in some cases alternates) and give them a chance to share some thoughts about school, the pandemic, family and life. This school’s valedictorian and salutatorian are below the list of graduates.

Celebrate the Class of 2021

The Post-Standard will publish a keepsake high school graduation section on Sunday, June 28. If you wish, you can place a congratulations ad for a graduate you’d like to honor in the section. The section will include lists of 2021 graduates from Onondaga County schools, Q&As with each school’s valedictorian and salutatorian, and more. Businesses also have the opportunity to advertise in the graduation section. You can reach us at this email and we will get back to you.

Commencement

The ceremony for graduating seniors of LaFayette Jr./Sr. High School is scheduled for 6 p.m. Friday, June 25, 2021, at the school.

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Candidates for Graduation

Elias Adjima

Ashley Liane Aungier

Devin Charles Baker

Teresa L. Balaguer

Brandon Michael Benjamin

Kylee Breed

Tierra Rae Bucktooth

Elizabeth H. Burgess

Krimson Rain Carmona

Lindsay Nicole Carroll

Kyle Allen Crouse

Sara Regina Donnelly

Kendra Leigh Doupe

Grace C. Dow

Kyle William Farewell

Harlee Reina Farrar

Darryl Gene Gibson

Kyle Anthony Greczyn

Kaitlin M. Hart

Kylee-Renee Hemlock

Cameryn Delia Hill

Nathan A. Hill

Madison Rose Homer

Morgan Marie Jachim

Wyatt Elwood Jacobs

Keely Lynn Jocko

Rioux V. Johnson

Nelson L. Jones, IV

Colton Costello Keane

Jessica Li-Xin Lamson

Carlee Ryan Lewis

Asyah A. Lyons

Patricia Lyons

Hunter R. Martorella

Jack Maynard Martorella

Melanie M. McUmber

Colin Thomas Morel

Randy Joseph-Belson Neu

Brenda Yaneth Oakman

Hanna Lynn Pierce

Maria Ann Polinsky

Daphne Rebekah Reyburn

Molly Elaina Rogers

Samuel Bruce Rosokoff

Evelyn Rose Ryan

Jorja P. Shaffer

Amelia Grace Shenandoah

Emma Marie Shute

Mason Edward Shute

Rylie Y. Skinner

Farrah Mae Spratt

Brandon W. Steglich

Hayden Lee Thomas

Kyle Jay Thomas

Cameron Gregory Walsh

Luke W. Wanlass

Dawsun F. Weil

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2021 Valedictorian and Salutatorian

LaFayette 2021 valedictorian Evelyn Ryan (left) and salutatorian Luke Wanlass

LaFayette 2021 valedictorian Evelyn Ryan (left) and salutatorian Luke Wanlass

LaFayette Jr./Sr. High School

Valedictorian

Name: Evelyn Ryan

Town: LaFayette

Parents: Ellen Tapley and Andy Ryan

My plans for the next few years: Attend Loyola University Maryland.

My career plans: Library science

The highlight of my senior year: Being able to participate on Mock Trial.

The person who inspired me the most: My sister because she works hard at everything she does.

What I do to unwind or relax: I like to watch movies, swim and read. I am a member of the lacrosse, soccer and mock trial teams. I serve on our class cabinet, student council club, and I am a member of the National Honor Society.

The word or phrase best that best describes my personality: Honest

My advice to our graduating class: “If you are going to get anywhere in life, you have to read a lot of books.” - Roald Dahl

The best part about social distancing: Finding new ways to spend time with the people I love.

The biggest impact of the pandemic on my senior year: Reduced extracurriculars

The one thing I hope to accomplish in my lifetime: I hope always to have music and art in my life.

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LaFayette Jr./Sr. High School

Salutatorian

Name: Luke Wanlass

Town: LaFayette

Parents: Bruce Wanlass and Esther Wanlass

My plans for the next few years: Attend Syracuse University for computer engineering.

My career plans: Entrepreneur

The highlight of my senior year: Graduating

The person who inspired me the most: Elon Musk: He is autistic just like me and it’s very interesting how he’s able to be an entrepreneur while furthering the progress of space travel and eco friendly transportation at the same time.

What I do to unwind or relax: Listen to music, drive around in my car, play video games, or play sports with my friends.

The word or phrase best that best describes my personality: Unpredictable

My advice to our graduating class: Brush your teeth two times a day and remember to floss.

The best part about social distancing: Staying healthier

The biggest impact of the pandemic on my senior year: Not being able to experience as much.

The one thing I hope to accomplish in my lifetime: Travel everywhere in the world.

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