359 Graduate in the Class of 2025
At Carmel High School’s 95th annual commencement, 359 members of the Class of 2025 celebrated their achievements while a crowd of more than 2,000 family and friends cheered them on at the school’s athletic field.
Principal Brian Piazza spoke of all the contributions members of the class have made to the community.
“This is an outstanding collection of young people, who have achieved so much during their four years at Carmel High School,” he said. “Individually, you’ve been recognized on the local, state and national levels for your accomplishments in academics, the arts, athletics, and service to our community. Collectively, this Senior Class has made our school and community a better place, through their leadership, caring, and dedication to the values instilled in them by their families and the Carmel Central School District.”
This year’s class as a lot ahead of it: 207 graduates are going to fpur-year-college; 48 graduates are going to two-year-college; 17 graduates are going to trade school; 27 graduates are entering the work force; 4 graduates are taking a gap year; 16 graduates are entering the military; and some haven’t decided what to do yet.
Together, the class earned more than $5 million in scholarships.
Valedictorian Chase Yom, Salutatorian Kayleigh Harney and Senior Class President Jake Patino delivered addresses thanking their families and teachers for their support and love during their educational journeys.
“Take what Carmel has given you and shape the world with it whatever way you can,” Chase told his fellow graduates.