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You and you've taught me many lessons and helped me discover things that I didn't even know about myself. I will carry your wisdom and guidance with me as I continue on the next journey and know I'm forever thankful for the difference you've made. >> Quite frankly, you are a beacon of hope in these uncertain times. >> Words truly cannot describe how much I appreciate you and how grateful I am. girl. Gracias. >> No. Gracias. >> Thank you. >> Yeah. Yeah. >> Thank you so much. >> A y. >> Thank you so much. >> So cute. >> One of the lights. >> Thank you, Juliet. >> Both of them. and you were great to have in class. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication. And you were one of the students that got me through this year cuz this was a rough year, but your buy in and hard work pulled me through.
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I also have an email I sent to Mrs. Gaddy and Dr. Groning that I can share with you after my son was questioned by your school attorney. I said I hoped that since the district had confirmation that nothing inappropriate occurred, Mrs. Bedard would be told she could return following the board meeting that evening. The truth is I already knew that would never happen and felt the district had already decided she would either be fired or pressured to resign, no matter what the investigation showed. Neither Mrs. Gainey nor Mr. Brody ever responded to that email. And that certainly confirmed my expectations. I continue to be deeply disappointed by the lack of empathy and lack of accountability shown even after it became clear that no wrongdoing occurred. I encourage the board to look closer at this situation and hold the people accountable that created the chaos. Did Mrs.
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uh and she organizes monthly breakfast uh in our cafeteria uh with our cent skills tap students and um other peers. And these are truly just fantastic celebrations. Um good time had by all. She also leads our MSN sports and entertainment uh student journalism club and um through her club and her time. Uh she has told the story of Middle School North on our social media like we have never been able to before. So we're very proud of her for that. Her dedication, leadership, and care for students will make a and continue to make a lasting impact on our school community. So, thank you very much Amy O'Brien and to all three. >> Yeah, it's June that we don't do that. I'll do it. When you have kids like that, you have a great school and teachers, sorry, staff. Okay, next is the recognition and presentations.
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So, it's the same number of hours a day? >> Yes, same days in each semester. It's just timing in between. And they don't get They don't get fall break due to that starting late. Again, this item is an inform. If you have question other questions, please reach out to to parents. Um next under finances, we have a resolution. Yes, asking for approval of a resolution authorizing the transfer of 1.5 million from the Ed Fund to the Ops Fund in June 26 and December 26 to reimburse the operations fund for expenses not allocated to student instruction and learning for the 26 budget year. This was already um a resolution that would comply with what we passed for the budget this year. I'll entertain a motion to approve. So moved. Motion by Pat, do I have a second? Second.
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So, it's it's definitely tough once you get towards the later rounds of the state tournament. >> Yeah, it's going to it's going to be tough sledding the rest of the way, but I think the one thing that these these team needs to remember is the future is incredibly bright for this program, no matter what happens in the state tournament. Obviously, we'd love to see them try and make a run, but the turnaround has been sensational. They are a really young team. They have been powered by their young players. When you think about what they have done so far this year, Bella Domestico, a freshman, led the way the entire way for the pitching staff. Unfortunately, she's out right now, could potentially miss the postseason play. Ava Naddy leading the team in RBIs, she's a freshman. Laura like Colette, you can't say enough about her. She's clearly our our player of the game today.
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She kept that thing low, got her to go chasing a little bit and Clock is able to take that thing around the horn for out number two here early in the first inning. Be great to see if they can go 1-2-3 and get these bats going right away. So with two away, it's Grace Isherwood, the shortstop, who will bat here and she'll foul that That straight back and it's nothing and one. So Ustaris ahead of another hitter here. No balls and one strike. Which is where she needs to live, Jacob. Where she needs to live today, all day long. Getting ahead is going to be the key. That baby, that one just missed. >> It just just missed. A little bit low there, so ball and a strike here on Isherwood. They're moving in the in outfield. And that is called strike two. In a completely different outfield from yesterday.
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Uh they did a fantastic job. I will say the commitment of the characters that were there were fantastic. Uh I spoke with St. Thomas Beckett, and that I don't remember the name of the king, but whoever he was fighting with at the time, they they very did a very good job explaining the struggle between power, and then they beat me in tug-of-war to kind of really show that struggle in power. But, in that I also watched a witch trial, and got to enjoy some some prizes. So, the students did a great job. It was very, very well done. Uh as much as it was fun, and as much as I joke, it was really insightful into the the book London Alive that the British literature class spent so much time with this year. Um it was an event that was both enjoyable and memorable for all who were able to attend.
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We know it a little bit intuitively that it works for most students most of the time. Um, but we actually have some data that backs that up. Um, this is uh our student responses from a safe school climate survey responding to the question, I feel like I belong at my school. And in so many ways, um, this graph demonstrates the strong connections and feeling of belongingness at Cheshire High School. This is a very strong tilt towards the left side of the graph. Um, but we clearly do not have not made that connection for all of our students yet. Um, as illustrated in a couple different ways. One by the um, uh, right side of the grasp where we have smaller numbers of students who don't feel that sense of belonging. And even for the students who do, we've got a large chunk of students who the answer is somewhat.
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And that cuz there's that dead space in between the two sets of stairs. But that's included in this this recommendation. So, it will make it will make sure that the the track is compliant. Uh, referendum question. Yes. Does this go to referendum? No. Just to be clear, you're sure about that? Like you talked to Shawn because I never remember if it's gross or net. Yeah, I talked to Ben about it and the answer is yes, this does not go to referendum because it's grant funded. The part that needs to go to referendum is if you're going over $500,000. That's being But there's another way to look at it, which is the project itself is over $500,000 and then we get a reimbursement, but I'm not sure if it goes gross or net and I'm actually was thinking it's gross now that we're sitting here. Yeah.
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Students, when the name of the first person in your row is called, I ask the entire row to stand, exit to your right, and proceed down the aisle to the department chairs to receive your honor cord and presidential certificate. At the end of the row, please proceed to Mr. Hamlin and Dr. Solon, who will congratulate you. As the row clears, you may be seated. Assistant Principal Dan Turnerelli will now come to the podium to read the names of each student in the honor cords and presidential certificate they are to be awarded. Please hold your applause until the end or we could probably do it in Mr. Hamlin style and maybe clap once after each student, one loud clap. Thank you. >> [applause] >> Here we go. Leah Solay Abogard, presidential certificate. Areluwa Adeshola, CTE, English, social studies, Latin, presidential certificate. Iman Ahmad, English. Shannon Allen, math, Italian, presidential certificate.
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At this time, I would like to introduce Alyssa Falconburg, our ASB president, who will lead us in the Pledge of Allegiance. After the Pledge of Allegiance, please remain standing for our national anthem that will be performed by our very own Savannah High School band and choir. En este momento, me gustaría presentar a Alyssa Falconburg, nuestra presidenta de ASB, quien nos dirigirá en el juramento de la bandera. Después del juramento, por favor, permanezcan de pie para nuestro himno nacional, que será interpretado por nuestra propia banda y coro de la escuela secundaria Savannah. >> Thank you, Anthony and Sophia.
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>> [music] [music] >> Amen. Amen. >> [music] >> Amen. >> [music] >> Amen. Amen. >> [music] >> Amen. Amen. >> [music] >> Amen. Amen. >> [music] >> Amen. Amen. >> [music] >> Amen. >> [music] >> Amen. >> [music] >> Amen. Amen. >> [music] >> Amen. Amen. [music] Amen. >> [music] >> Amen. Amen. >> [music] >> Jesus. >> [music] [music] >> Jesus. Amen. >> [music] [bell] [music] >> Amen. >> [music] [music] >> Hallelujah. >> [music] [music] >> Hallelujah. >> [music] [music] >> Hallelujah. >> [music] >> Hallelujah. [music] >> [music] >> Hallelujah. >> [music] >> Hallelujah. >> [music] [music] >> Hallelujah. >> [music] >> Hallelujah. >> [music] >> Hallelujah. >> [music] [music] [applause] >> Good evening parents, family members, students, staff, and dignified guests. Welcome to the 2026 Western High School commencement ceremony. My name is Aaron Alamo and I will be your master of ceremonies. Today is a special day and one we are excited to celebrate together.
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But what we learn quickly learned was that even by ourselves, when you were here by yourself, you still represented exactly as we hoped you would. The smiles were there, the laughter was there, the information to the board was always there. And so we are so proud of the leadership that you have represented to this district, representing High Desert Premiere every board meeting and then graduating, right? And now you're off to VVC where you plan to study I'm going to make sure I don't mess this up um business administration, right? And then you hope to transfer to a Cal State for your bachelors. We wish you nothing but the best in your endeavors. And we know that you're going to go far. There is no question about it. And so for that, Jaden's favorite memory is being pulled out of class to practice for the board meeting speech with Angelica.
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All logistical constraints are up to the AP research student to overcome as well. This often involves them collaborating not just with other teachers at PB, but also with experts and community members beyond our campus. In effect, they are doing graduate level work on a high school campus. The AP Capstone Diploma is the most rigorous education pathway possible in our school district. Before calling them up, um I just want to say how proud I am of them. Though they've had full-blown senioritis for a while now, their resilience has been inspiring. Our world continues to try to fracture and monetize the attention of young people. It urges them to think truth is only a few clicks away. Yet, these students have committed to the long, often frustrating process of pursuing facts. And they have committed to being transparent about the limitations of their pursuits. From investigating the benefits of code switching during therapy for bilingual patients to the impacts of energy drinks on the human mouth.
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Kuselivich, Mr. Doctor, Board of Education members in attendance were myself, Commissioner Canova, Commissioner Ragsdale, and President Basford. Also in attendance were Assemblywomen Begolly and Kelleskill. The committee discussed the district's need for assistance regarding rising health care costs, inflated rates of rates of a lot of district placements, and flexibility of virtual days. Assemblywomen Begolly and Kelleskill provided their input on these topics and shared some ideas at the state level as well as local level which could assist the district. The committee will determine a recommended course of action at the next meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:06 p.m.
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So if we could have Purvi Agrawal come up. Jornella Booker Cristiano Consoli Conselli Conselli Owen Coley Owen >> [applause] >> Fantastic. So just And you get to stand here with us for a little while until we have all the students, okay? So just keep hanging out up here. That's great. And then um [clears throat] Latoya Hennan Liliana Hibbard Adam Kalinowski All right. >> [applause] >> And then we've got Clara Mancuso. >> [applause] >> And then we have um Shanaya Nabel. >> Siyani Patel Jules Paul Thanish Thanish uh Shek- Shekhar? Vivian Vukovich Vukovich? >> [applause] >> So that these are our three art students. So once you come stand in the middle since you're what it's all about and then we'll stand on around you, okay? Four four students. Fantastic. I can't count. Thank you so much. Thank you. >> [applause] >> Congratulations. And just as a little plug, tomorrow is the last day of our current Eyes on Art Gala at the Township building.
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The courage to fail and keep going. The courage to stand alone when it's easier to follow the crowd. And the courage to believe in yourself even when others may doubt you. Courage doesn't mean you won't feel afraid. It means moving forward anyway. It's choosing growth over comfort, purpose over fear, and possibility over doubt. Carry this word with you, not just tonight, but into your every next step you take. Like those who came before you, your journey will require grit and courage. And we have no doubt you are ready. Once again, welcome to all and to our graduating class. We are very proud of you. Let's begin the celebration of your achievement. Each year we recognize students who have achieved the highest levels of academic excellence throughout their high school journey. Tonight, we are proud to recognize the three exceptional members of the graduating class who have earned the highest academic honors based on their weighted grade point averages.
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I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands one nation under God indivisible liberty and justice for all. That was Onhel and Amanda both speaking and signing the pledge of allegiance. You can be seated. This is Paul Saunders now back at the podium. Welcome to the Arizona State School for the Deaf and Blind commencement ceremony for the class of 2026. My name is Paul Saunders. I am the principal of the ASDB Tucson campus. To make this ceremony visually accessible to everyone, please keep balloons or other items at or below the seat level. Please keep your cell phones on silent. I'd like to recognize our special guests in attendance tonight. Our 2026 seniors, their families, and friends, ASDB Superintendent Annette Reichman, ASDB Board of Directors President Ms. Britney Buchanan, Assistant Superintendent of Agency Operations and Support Services Shayna Cooper, Deputy Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Orin Ketchaw, ASDB Board of Directors, ASDB staff and leadership, and directors, ASP and ASD dorm staff, our ceremony speakers Peter Hughes and Tyler Cashman, and most importantly all, the ASDB community.
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Of course, high school was not always easy. There were moments of stress, uncertainty, and failure. But even through those difficult moments, we continued moving forward, and that is something to be proud of. As we enter this next chapter of our lives, I hope we carry gratitude with us. Gratitude for the people who stood beside us. Gratitude for the lessons we learned, even the hard ones. Gratitude for even the people who doubted us or tried to bring us down because because they gave us the strength to rise even taller. And gratitude for the opportunities ahead of us. I would like to give my own gratitude to my sister, Clarissa, for being my built-in best friend and the best role model any girl can ask for. And to my best friend, Emsley, who has stuck by my side through all the ups and downs. I could not have done this high school journey without you.
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And that's a powerful thing about community. It doesn't just stay in one place. The kindness, support, and connection that we create travels with us wherever we go. So graduates, as you move on to this next chapter, don't just for look for communities to belong to. Be the person who helps build them. Be the one who welcomes others, encourages people, and creates spaces where others feel that they matter. Because somewhere along the way, another community will find you, and it will grow stronger because you chose to show up for them, too. Before I close my speech, I have a couple special recognitions to talk talk about. To my sister Mia, you've gone through life one step ahead of me, figuring things out as you went. You didn't have an older sibling to guide you, yet you face everything with courage. Thank you for being brave first, for showing me that I can and that it's still possible to move forward.
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