There was not a dry eye in the house as second-graders in Christine Pase and Michelle Matos’ class at Summit Lane Elementary School hosted their hero celebration on June 7th for the special loved ones in their lives. Each student invited a family member who they consider their hero to the event to show their love and appreciation through
music, hand-made gifts and speeches. The students’ gratitude for their heroes was displayed throughout the room with different classroom projects which coincided with their computer units under the direction of computer teacher Susan Riggs. At the front of the room, a table featuring framed photographs of each student and their
Second-grader Jacob Umana (left) with his hero and mother Kelis Umana (right).
From left: Teacher Michelle Matos, hero Joseph Drescher and his second-grade brother Christopher Drescher, and teacher Christine Pase.
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hero was showcased as well. Families sat at decorated tables as students performed “God Bless the U.S.A.,” “I Can’t Smile Without You,” “Everyone Needs a Hero,” and “Through the Years.” Each student also spoke at the podium, reading their personal speeches about their hero which included their favorite memories with their hero and why their hero makes them feel special. After each speech, students embraced
their hero and presented them with a laminated book as a sign of their appreciation. To conclude the ceremony, a slideshow was presented which featured a picture of each student as a baby, followed by a picture of the student with their hero. Students and families were then invited to enjoy refreshments together.
Photos courtesy of the Levittown Public Schools
Second-grader Leah Pelletier (right) presented her hero, her grandpa Michael Lucivero, with a special book.
Summit Lane second-graders performed “God Bless the U.S.A.”
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Summit Lane students honor their heroes
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