Photo of the Day: BHS Valedictorian Honored

The Suffolk County School Superintendents Association  hosted its 17th Annual Valedictorians Luncheon to recognize Suffolk County’s highest achieving students from the Class of 2011.

SCSSA President and Bayport-Blue Point School District Superintendent Dr. Anthony Annunziato congratulated the seniors on achieving such a distinguished level of success. He encouraged them to identify the real heroes in their lives and to use their own leadership skills to become role models for others.

This year’s keynote speaker was Lead Education Senior Consultant for Franklin Covey and author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Gary McGuey. His presentation was both inspiring and engaging. Each valedictorian and superintendent received an autographed copy of his book.

In addition to the valedictorians receiving a framed certificate of achievement, the Association and its corporate partners also awarded ten $500 scholarships to graduates planning to pursue a career in education or social services.

Babylon High School Valedictorian Shannon Weber (sitting, left) was among those honored. She is pictured here with (sitting) mother Jennie Weber, (standing) Principal Robert Visbal, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ellen Best-Laimit, and Director of Guidance Tracy Lesnick.