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 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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