Students from the Class of 2018 boarded school buses and took a final ride around the district schools, serving as a collective inspiration to those who will follow in their footsteps in the coming years.

Students and teachers filled the halls of Albert G. Prodell Middle School, Wading River Elementary School and Miller Avenue School to cheer and applaud the graduates, who proudly strolled through, getting high-fives and hugs and reconnecting with teachers who had made a lasting, positive impact on their lives.

Wading River Elementary School Principal Lou Parrinello took a few moments to offer words of advice to the graduates. His three points of importance – to make mistakes, to make a difference in their own life, their family and their community, and to make a life of something beautiful – was met with much applause.

The successful event was a source of pride and achievement for everyone.