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Deaven Tanner We love you and are so proud of you. You will do great things and I will always have your back.

Love Mom and Bella PHS Class of 2020 Congratulations to the Class of 2020!

- Marcie Hanson Nicklaus Ramos We are proud of you son.

Good Luck at The Academy of Arts in San Francisco - Erik Ramos Ian Chapman Congratulations to you.

We know there were some bumps along the way and you made it..We are very proud of you - Lisa Bostick Elijah J Monkan Congratulations baby...

You did it we’re so proud of you and we love you so much one of the best things you can do in your life Maco this is for you too!

Love you so much - Karen Romero Malaki Nesmith-Ortiz Congratulations to my amazing son! Reach for the stars!!

- Daphne Ortiz Luis Vázquez Quiero felicitar ami hijo LUIS Vázquez por su gran esfuerzo que hizo y terminar sus estudios, te amamos tus padres y tus hn@s DTB - Luis Vázquez

Jaylen John What an adventure.

Welcome to adulthood #66 - Lovette Watson Aaron Nieves Congratulations Aaron! We are so proud of you. Love ~ Mom, Dad, Marc & Malachi Alexander Flynn Congratulations! I am so proud of you and Know this is the first of many achievements! Love you !

Mom

Julia Andrea-Lee Bessler 1. You made your own path and walked with your head held high. You’ve come this far, you can go ALL THE WAY. - Yolanda Prioleau Collin Dandelski Congratulations, Son! You made it! Love Mom, Michael and Courtney

All Platt Seniors Congratulations and best wishes - we will miss you!!

Wishing you well, Mrs. Guest Sara Henault Congrats Graduate!! You did it! We are so proud of you!

Class of 2020 Strong! Panther for life..cheers that’s what the claws are for! Love Mom, Dad, Marina, Mike

Aaliyah Little Congratulations to our Little Lee-Lee. Love, Roberson & Clemons Family!!!

Cody Chambers Congratulations Cody. Now is your time to shine. Love Mom, Peep and Noah.

To the Class of 2020: This is our time.

We have spent the last thirteen years of our lives preparing, and now we must stand.

Push forward, stay strong, and know that the future is in our hands.

Haley Peacock Valedictorian

Alex Fillippides We are so proud of you Alex!

Love Mom and Joey Wesley Samples Congrats and love you - Maureen Lake My daughter (Lizbeth Rodriguez) Congrats -Sonia Hernandez

Haley Peacock Congratulations on being Valedictorian of your class!

Wish you good luck in your future endeavors! Love, Sue Megan Cerbie Congrats to all the great things you did at PHS. Love, Dad, Mom and Amy Carla LaFlamme Always let your intuition guide you and never lose your creative wisdom!

-Nicole LaFlamme

Elisabeth Cleveland I remember meeting you when you were just a sassy little 3 year old with the sweetest smile and the prettiest strawberry red hair.

It’s been so fun to watch you grow! Congratulations and best of luck in all you do!!

-Robin Rogerson Arianna Morales Beautiful Spirit, Beautiful Heart. Mommy is so proud of you. Reach the stars and light up the sky.

-Latasha Elliott

Giovanni A. Bonilla Congratulations on your graduation and best wishes for your next adventure!

-Hedy Montes Teal Singleton Mom and dad are so proud of all that you have accomplished. Not only in school but in your life too. You have over come so many obstacles. Good luck in college. And always reach for those stars.

-Katey Singleton Platt High School Class of 2020 Seniors, there TRULY has never been a class like yours! Know that you made history...and you’ve got some more to make.

Special shout-out to my Human Anatomy peeps.

Best of luck, Dr. Sweigard - Tim Sweigard Mackenzie We did it I love you & I’m proud of you - Jasmariah Vega Class of 2020 Platt Seniors I wish you all so much happiness, success, and love! I will miss your faces! <3 - Gerrilyn LeClair Chayse D’Angelo Live your life, live it right.

Be different, do different things -Rebecca DAngelo Damion Morales You are Braver, stronger, smarter than you think.

Loved more than you will ever know! Mom

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Chayse D’Angelo Live your life, live it right.

Be different, do different things. So proud of you love you!!!

-Rebecca DAngelo Lizbeth Rodriguez Congratulations! You made it! We are very proud of you!

- Sonia Hernandez

Fabiola Acevedo

Brian Acosta

Anything is possible if you got enough nerve.

Life is like a sandwich, anyway you flip it, the bread comes first.

Michael Adu

Lianis Agosto MALDONADO

BASKETBALL

Eda Ahiskalioglu

“Sometimes I think that maybe we are just stories.

Like we may as well just be words on a page, because we’re only what we’ve done and what we are going to do.” Jodi Lynn Anderson, Tigerlily STUDENT SENATE, SKILLS, USA, YOUTH & GOVERNMENT, TENNIS, NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY, CTCA

Javier Aponte I’m not telling you it is going to be easy, I’m telling you it’s going to be worth it.

BASKETBALL, BASEBALL

Aiden Annino Kaylen Aiach

Jazaie Alvarez

So you’re telling me a shrimp fried this rice

FOOTBALL, WRESTLING

Erik Arce

“We must have a pie.

Stress cannot exist in the presence of a pie.” -David Mamet DECA, CROSS COUNTRY, INDOOR TRACK & FIELD, OUTDOOR, TRACK & FIELD, STUDENT VOICE & ACTION, POWDERPUFF

Mylashia Armour STUDENT SENATE, TENNIS, VOLLEYBALL, ORCHESTRA

Joshua Arnold

Alexander Filippides Congratulations Alex!

I can’t believe my little brother is so grown up now. I am very proud of you not only for graduating, but for staying positive through this time. Love you! - Katie Alayna M. Pagan Graduation messages are supposed to wish you a bright future, but right now, I’m all for taking things one day at a time.

I hope you’re able to do that, too. Especially today, I hope you can just enjoy all the pride and good wishes coming your way.

Your talents and abilities are limitless. You have a bright future ahead and we are very proud of you.

Love, David Y. and Mom Alec Perry We are all so proud of the hard work you have put in over the past 12 years! We know that your senior year was cut short but you will always have such special memories of your time at Platt!

We are excited for you as you go on to CCSU and can it wait to see the great things that you will do! We love you Alec!!

-Colleen Perry

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Elisabeth Cleveland BETH! I’m so proud of you!

You’ve come so far Congratulations!

- Alli MacInnis Giselle Velásquez We are very proud of you “Gigi” and remember that everything is possible if you work hard I love you and Happy Graduation -Sandra Bermejo

Natalia Badillo Always strive and prosper.

Madison Singam Congratulations Madison on your graduation and all of your achievements!

We are all very proud of you. Love, Mom, Brandon, Mackenzie, and Lindsey.

Tayfun Bagci

Devin Bell

Sean Bell, Jr.

Julia Bessler

Cynthia Bond

VOLLEYBALL, TENNIS, POWDERPUFF, CLASS OFFICER

LaShaun Hill Ponchie you finally made it and I couldnt be more proud. Love always, Mommy Vanessa Paige Rios Time to make your dreams come true! Keep on creating, this world needs your beautiful touch!

Love, Mom xo

Sydney Bernier Manasia Bennett

Alex Filippides Congratulations Alex...

I couldn’t be more proud of you! Always take time to appreciate the journey.

Love Dad

VOLLEYBALL, DRAMA CLUB, CHEERLEADING, PENTANGLE PLAYERS, THESPIAN CLUB, BOARD OF EDUCATION REPRESENTATIVE, CLASS PRESIDENT, CLASS SECRETARY

FOOTBALL/BASKETBALL MANAGER, STUDENT AMBASSADOR

Antoinette Dayao We are very proud of you Ate! Always aim high.

Love, Dad & Mom, Kuya & Ate Gwen & Conan, Pads

Ashley Bonilla CHEERLEADING, SKILLS USA, POWDERPUFF, SENIOR CLASS OFFICER, TRACK, SOCCER

Giovanni Bonilla Bet y’all don’t know who I am.

TENNIS, CTCA, SOCCER

Emilio Borrero

Kyreif Brackett

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James Rondini We are So Proud of You Rondo you have come so far from that 70lbs little Guy into a Strong Young Man keep doing Big things Skys the Limit. Love, Mom and Dad

Haleigh Brooks Noah Bradley

Push yourself, because no one else is going to do it for you.

FUTURE TEACHERS CLUB, YEARBOOK COMMITTEE, DANCE TEAM

Greg Burrell FOOTBALL

Cristian Calero Chalarca

Jamie Rondini RONDINI YOU DID IT! Congrats on literally just crushing high school and graduating as a Platt Panther Class of 2020! Here is to a bright and promising future!

Knock em’ dead in New Hampshire! - Victoria, Will, Chummy and Kaileen!

Alex Flynn Congratulations on a great 4 years.

-Kim Bouffard

Megan Cerbie Joshua Campbell

Tremayne Carter

Nayeli Castro

“My Battery Is Low and It’s Getting Dark” - Opportunity, The Space Rover MORNING CHOIR, CONCERT BAND,MARCHING BAND, LACROSSE, THEATRE, POWDERPUFF

Caitlyn Hart Congratulations on your graduation Caitlyn!! We are so proud of you and even though your senior year did not end how you wanted it to, you will grow stronger in the end. We love you!! Good luck at SHU! - Carrie Hart James Rondoni Congratulations...I am so happy for you. I can’t wait to see what the future brings you good luck with everything and God bless you - Maria Colon Alex & Haley Congratulations!!

- Antonio Santos

Ian Chapman

Jack Clancy

Elisabeth Cleveland

“I’ve done a lot of work to get where I’m at, but I have to keep working.” -Wiz Khalifa

“Master has given Dobby a sock.

Dobby is free.” - Dobby the Elf

BASEBALL, NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

INDOOR TRACK, OUTDOOR TRACK, MARCHING BAND, CONCERT BAND, THEATRE, SWIMMING

Jonah Concepcion SOCCER, LACROSSE

Luke Fuerstenberg Luke, I’m so proud of you and your accomplishments. You worked hard! Love, Mom

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Luke Fuerstenberg Congratulations, Luke! We love you and are so proud of you and all your awesome accomplishments! Love, Aunt Jan, Uncle Shawn, Cassidy, Lainey and Nathan Julia Bessler Congratulations, Julia (Juwa)! We can’t wait to see what your future holds. We are so proud of you! Love, the Kanes

Julia Bessler We are so proud of you and the person you have become. Love, your nieces and nephew

Natasha Sattar We are so proud of you! We are all with you for every step of your life.

- Shaheen Sattar

Kiwania fields YOU MADE IT FAVORITE I love you so very much keep your head up beautiful!

-Lyss Fields

Kiwania Fields Congratulations to my Best Niece.....You Did It !The Sky is the limit for you. I Love You! -Quenisha Williams

Aaliyah Marie Little We love you Auntie Lee-Lee. We are proud. Love, Za, Kay & Maddox Aaliyah Little The Future is yours........lets see what you do with it, Big Ups!! Congrats niece.. Nobody can stop you from following your dreams!!!! ....from SG Masssive!!! -Richard Roberson

Javon Malone Congratulations, Javon!

Good luck in your future endeavors! Love, the Kanes Kiwania Fields Well done Kiwania. I knew you can do anything you can put your mind into. Be the best, daddy’s proud of you.

Haleigh Brooks Congratulations! We wish you all the best in the future!! -- The Fuerstenbergs Megan Cerbie Congratulations! We wish you lots of success in the future!!

- The Fuerstenbergs Elizabeth Cleveland CONGRATULATIONS. GRANDPA AND I ARE SO PROUD OF YOU. LOVE YOU - Lucille Cleveland Kiwania F You are an exceptional young lady, you can do anything you put your mind too. You can overcome anything I know This has been the hardest year. You smile and persevere.

- Winter Davis

Julia Blesser Congratulations beautiful!!

I’m so glad I had a chance to meet you! To know you is to live you... attitude and all! I’m sorry your year ends like this, but you will be remembered and missed.

- Kristin Muir Alex Flynn Congratulations! I am very proud of you! 2020 will be a memorable year. Love you Cindy.

Teryanna Rivera Congratulations - Scott Rivera

“Congratulations Platt High School Class of 2020!

I have been so very impressed by all of your accomplishments! Your hard work, dedication and perseverance during the last four years has been second to none! Continue to follow your dreams and never stop believing in yourself.

Graduates, on behalf of the Board of Education, I wish you much success and happiness.”

Rob Kosienski, Jr.

President, Meriden Board of Education Kiwania fields U did it QUEEN I’m so proud keep shining! Love Aunt Betty Kiwania Fields Grandma and booboo are so very proud of your accomplishments keep up the great job!

-Dorothy Jackson

Julia Bessler Your beautiful and your strong. And I hope nothing but the best for you. Aunty Nicky Aaliyah Marie Little You have made it this far, there’s no stopping you now! Continue to strive for greatness!

- Quashanta Roberson

Jael J. Rivera You made it!

Congratulations! Not a story book ending we were all expecting but you pushed through and achieved your first big milestone.

To you my son I wish you many more milestones and celebrations. I love you big boy... Your biggest fan, Dad

Alex Flynn Today you get to celebrate the work you have done, tomorrow starts limitless accomplishments!

- Jennifer Parmelee Teryanna Rivera Congratulations!!! Love Dad, Viv & Twins.

Haleigh Brooks We are so proud of you and everything you have accomplished. We love you so much. Love, Auntie April, Uncle Tom, Tyler and Austin Haleigh Brooks I am so proud of you Haleigh. Love, auntie Jenny Haleigh Brooks Congratulations on your graduation. We are so proud of all you have accomplished. Good luck in college. Love, Jeanne, Emily & Katie

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Jonathan SantiagoFlores Congrats and I’m so proud to be your mom of a senior graduate you did 2020 - Nicole Santiago Nadia Sarai James Congratulations Nadia!

Best Wishes!

-Latashia Bittle

Lixagel Cruz Vargas Do not take life too seriously.

You will never get out of it alive.

Chayse D’Angelo Tough times don’t last, tough people do.

Collin Dandelski

Jaelynne Davis

FOOTBALL, BASKETBALL

Gabriel Vazquez You made it! We all are so proud of you! We love you.

- Noelia Oquendo Tyler Tarducci Congratulations Tyler!

I’m very proud of you and know you will succeed in everything you do! Love, Mom

Javan Decarlo Antoinette Dayao

You’re the only you this world is ever going to get, make it count.

DRAMA CLUB, BIG GREEN CLEAN UP

Robert Delvalle

Wes Deno

FOOTBALL

BASEBALL

Michael McManus Michael, 12 years ago I thought this would never happen, you’ve come a long way, I’m so proud of you and you should be proud of yourself best of luck in the rest of life, I love you, mom Elisabeth Cleveland Congratulations! We love you!! Mom, Dad, Evan, Dylan, Collan, Ethan, Nathan, Merideth, Anabeth and Auggie Nadia Sarai James Congratulations Nadia!

Love Mom, Mike, Tashia and Bittle Family

Juan Diaz

Julia Bessler Congratulations beautiful!

I’m proud of you!

- Chantal Ridlon

Brandon Donneyre

Patrick Dovhan

Alfred Dushi

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Angel-Lee Hart We are so proud of you.

Everything that you do from sports, theater, volunteer work, we can go on & on. Your accomplishment are never ending and we can’t wait to see what your future holds for you. We love you with all that we have, Mom & Dad Aiden Annino Congratulations! I’m so proud of you! I can’t wait to see the things you will accomplish!!!

- Chantal Ridlon

Gabriela Encarnacion-Montanez Tardies don’t define me.

Maranda Fearney

Niurka Feliciano Diaz

Carlos Fermaintt Rios

Alexander Filippides

Kaleb Flaum

“I love deadlines. I like the whooshing sound they make as they fly by.”

-Douglas Adams

“You can’t just give up, is that what a dinosaur would do?”

-Joey Tribbiani

TRACK

Cameron Fox I’m so proud of you!!!!!

Good luck moving forward, I can’t wait to see the many things you will accomplish! Have a nice car :) -Ms. Ridlon Luke Fuerstenberg Congratulations Luke and best wishes for your future! Thanks for choosing to be the next generation to serve your country in the Military!

Uncle Jack and Aunt Karen

Kiwania Fields

Daeja Figueroa

DECA PRESIDENT, OUTDOOR/ INDOOR TRACK, POWDERPUFF

Molly Olender Congratulations beautiful! So proud of you!

- Lynne Darling-Yuhas Adam Mettica Congratulations Adam on a job well!

- Robert Mettica Family Adam Meticca Congrats!! Do you love!Sue & Bruce

Alexander Flynn It’s not about how many times you fall, but how many times you get back up.

Cameron Fox

Luke Fuerstenberg

Nayely Galvez-Salazar

DECA, POWDERPUFF, CROSS COUNTRY, INDOOR/OUTDOOR TRACK

WRESTLING, YEARBOOK PHOTOGRAPHER

SOCCER, CHEMISTRY CLUB, TRACK, NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY

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Joshua Campbell First I will like to wish all the Seniors Good Luck in the future!

- Felisbela Campbell

Keegan Gamble

Kaliah Gomez

Britney Gonzalez

Johnny Gonzalez

This is the beginning of anything you want.

Julia Bessler We love you, we are so proud of you! May God bless you with , Strength and endurance, to conquer all life Goals.

Follow your thoughts your dreams. Never give up, never give in.

- Sylvia Monroe-Holland Adam Mettica Congratulations Adam!

You’re onto bigger and better things and you have a bright future ahead of you. Your hard work and dedication paid off! So proud of you! Love, Mom & Dad

Anahi Gutierrez

Angelia Gould “Does it ever drive you crazy just how fast the night changes?”

-One Direction

Mark Anthonny Rosado Beyond Proud of You! - Zamary Rosado

Yamilis Guadalupe

SOCCER, TENNIS,, LAB TECHNICIAN, YOUTH AND GOVERNMENT, CHEMISTRY CLUB, NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

Jaylene Guzman YEARBOOK PHOTOGRAPHER

Jonah Concepcion To you my son and to the rest of the Class 2020 CONGRATULATIONS!! We are so proud of you!! mom Branden Segura SO PROUD OF YOU BEBE!!

Always believing in you, love you so much!!

- Gen Segura Angel-Lee Hart Angel, So proud of you!

Love. Grandma

Angel-Lee Hart “I have a life and it only goes in one direction: forward.”

VOLLEYBALL, STUDENT, SENATE, STUDENT VOICE & ACTION, THEATRE, THESPIANS, YOUTH DIALOGUE, NHS

Caitlyn Hart People will always have their opinion on you despite who you are and what your capable of.

VOLLEYBALL, SOFTBALL, STUDENT SENATE, STUDENT AMBASSADOR, PENTANGLES

Keziah Haynes

Sara Henault That’s what the claws are for.

THEATER, CHEERLEADING POWDERPUFF

Mark Anthony Rosado You did it!!! Beyond Proud of You..Love You Mom la Otra Mami, Carlos your Sister, niece and Jayson!

- Zamary Rosado

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Alexis Williams You did it!! Congratulations.

We love you! Dad, Jaime, Connor & Gianna Adam Mettica Congratulations! You have always done your best and whatever your future holds for you, we know you will succeed. We are so proud of you and love you always.

Love & Best Wishes - Gram and Granddad.

Platt seniors Congratulations Class of 2020! Let your light shine brightly on the world.

“You get what you give, so go and give well.” Best wishes to all of you! Love, Ms. Kelly Roman Aiden Annino Way to go, Aiden! We are so proud of you. Love, the Krasnitski Family

Aiden Michael Annino We are so proud of you and all you have accomplished.

-Casey Metz Aneesa Johnson CONGRATULATIONS Aneesa!

I wish you the best on your future endeavors. You deserve everything GREAT! Love your Godmother Lorraine

Julia Bessler Let’s get it!! So proud of you Ju-Ju we love you and best wishes on your journey of life.. Love Ke-Ke and Family

Aneesa Johnson I’m so proud of you little sis. Wherever you go, go with all your heart!!

- Erica Nelson

Amanda Hills Never forget how worthy you are. Stay humble, stay fierce, and most importantly stay you. Live all of your life.

I’m so very proud of you. Patricia Hills

Branden Segura Congratulations baby! yay so proud of you WE LOVE YOU GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS! xoxo Ramos/ Segura Family Joshua Perez Congratulations Josh! On to the next exciting part of your life - Jimmie

Cristian Caraballo YOU DID THAT !! CONGRATS BB!! Love you!!

- Gen Segura Megan Koscinski Congratulations on your graduation. Good Luck at SCSU and your nursing career!

- Megan Koscinski Christopher Duran Lange Every effort has its reward and although the path was not easy, you did it!

Congratulations, God bless you.

Thanks for the memories Class of 2020.

You made your mark at Platt and now we are excited to see you make your mark on the world!

Best of luck in all of your future endeavors!

Mr. Kenyon Assistant Principal

Elisabeth Cleveland Congratulations on your graduation - Judy Cleveland Mark A. Rosado Congratulations baby boy.

We are so happy for your accomplishment and can’t wait to see what else you will accomplish. Otra Mami would of been so proud of you finishing school and she would loved to see you get the diploma. Just know that she’s always with all of us. We love you!!!

- Darlean Heben

Mr. Montemurro

Mr. Civitello

Principal

Assistant Principal

#Panther4Life Molly Olender I am SOO proud of you! I hope your dreams for the future come true! I’m SO very proud of you!

-Karen Richter Aiden Annino We are so beyond proud of you and all you’ve accomplished so far! We can’t wait to see what the future holds for you! Love, The Shepard’s

Aiden Annino Congratulations Aiden! So proud of you! We love you!

Love, The McClures

Natalia Badillo We are beyond proud of you!

Love Mom, Cory, Julian, Gia & Cj

Javier Aponte Congratulations on your graduation!! We are so proud of you Javi. Wishing you a lifetime of success.

We love you, Titi Emma, Adrian & Eliel.

Josh Perez Congratulations on your graduation! Best of luck for a bright future! Love, mom

Joshua Perez You did it! Congratulations on graduating! This will be a year you’ll never forget and we are very proud of all you’ve accomplished!

Love, Auntie Christina and Uncle Jimmy Josh Perez Congratulations Josh! We love you! Love, Jillian, Jim, and Greyson Adam Mettica You did it! Follow your goals and all your wishes will be achieved! Love always, Aunty Julie, Uncle Ray, Matthew and Jaime. We love you! Congratulations Adam!

James Rondini Have fun and be safe as you head off to college in the fall! - Arlene Fappiano Alexis Williams I know this wasn’t how you anticipated your senior year! But know how proud we are of you and this accomplishment!

Congratulations! Love you!

- Shaina Cintron

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Jose D. Nunez Jr. Congratulations Son. I am so Proud of you and your accomplishments may God continue to bless you on your journey. Love You Mom!

Heriberto Hernandez

Julio Hernandez “Don’t be yourself.

Be someone better.”

-Mr. Gannon

Freddy Hidalgo

Amanda Hills

Adam Mettica Adam - Congratulations! I hope all your dreams and wishes comes true. Your future looks bright. Go for it all!! God Bless you. Love Nanny Kyle Parmelee So very Proud of our graduating senior varsity baseball player who loves the game and the teammates that he grew Congrats up with and best of luck for the future -Kimberly

Refat Hossain Before you ask if someone hates you, ask yourself why do you care.

Nadia James Destiny Huff

Samantha Izzo SOCCER, BASKETBALL, POWDERPUFF

SOCCER, GOLF, CHEMISTRY CLUB, MATHLETES CLUB, YEARBOOK CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER/EDITOR, CTCA, NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

I deserve new. I deserve surprises. I’ve outgrown my storyline of old.” -L.S.C Lourie CHEERLEADING, CONCERT CHOIR TRACK & FIELD, POWDERPUFF

Aneesa Johnson To an inspiring young woman, who amazes me everyday! Keep blossoming queen!

- Amonie Robinson Anahi Gutierrez Congrats Anahi for all your hard work!!

Salutatorian!! God bless you and your family loves you!!

Daniel Gutierrez Kiwania Fields CONGRATULATIONS Kiwania! So proud of you!!

Keep soaring!!

Ebony Strother

Jhosselyn Jaramillo

Anna Jimenez

Jaylen John

Aneesa Johnson

SOCCER, VOLLEYBALL, TENNIS

CHEERLEADING, TENNIS

FOOTBALL, LACROSSE, TRACK & FIELD

GYMNASTICS, TRACK, POWDERPUFF

Josh Perez Dear Josh, congrats & best of luck in the years to come. Love, Tessa Tessa Tyrrell

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Elizabeth Cleavland Elizabeth congrats on your Graduation it to bad the had to close we would have loved to see you walk across the stage.

Love you popop and grandma Jan Andrew McCarty We are so proud of you!

Good luck at Springfield.

Mary, Matty, Em, Matty & T

Patrick Kudewicz Justin Johnston

Indus Khuc

Zakaria Koraiban

Andrew McCarty Congratulations Ang! We’re proud of you and can not wait to spend time next year when you are up at Springfield College watching you play baseball and having dinners :) Keep I’m working hard! -Emely & Tesfaye Aaron Nieves Caps off to you, Aaron! We just couldn’t be happier for you.

-Michael & Brenda Waslewski Elianni Padilla Amezquita Felicidades en el triunfo que terminó y los éxitos que te esperan exi - Josefina Amezquita

Carla Laflamme TENNIS, CINDERELLA, PIT ORCHESTRA, JAZZ BAND, MARCHING BAND, CONCERT GUARD, THE SOUND OF MUSIC PIT, ORCHESTRA

“Make yourself so happy that when others look at you they become happy too”.

-Yogi Bhajan

Markeia Lewis Zavier Largent

Ethan Lattman BASKETBALL, FOOTBALL BASEBALL, CROSS COUNTRY

“It takes the lessons to learn and grow. It takes the growth to past the test.” - Emilyann Allen CHEERLEADING (CAPTAIN), POWDERPUFF, TRACK

Class of 2020 Head up, chin up, reach high, and fly.

- Kevin Cook Class of 2020 Head up, chin up,aim high and fly. You all have the opportunity to build a new world! Do well.

Mr. Cook

Josselyn Littuma-Chabla Aaliyah Little

The past cannot be changed. The future is yet to begin.

POWDERPUFF, BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB

Gabriella Luca FOOTBALL MANAGER

India Mackiewicz

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Aaliyah Little It has been a bumpy road, Way to Finish!

- Robin Roberson

Tatyana Maldonado

Javon Malone

Mallina Mann

Isabella Martin

“I think each of us, sometime in our life, has wanted to paint a picture.” - Bob Ross

I just stopped thinking and started movin.

I don’t usually graduate, but when I do, it’s barely.

“There are far, far better things than any we leave behind.” - C.S. Lewis

BASEBALL, BASKETBALL

POWDERPUFF, SOFTBALL

FRESHMAN COUNCIL,, VOLLEYBALL, TENNIS, DRAMA CLUB, PENTANGLES, THESPIAN, SOCIETY, MARCHING BAND, CLASS OF 2020 VICE PRESIDENT

TENNIS, STUDENT, SENATE, YOUTH & GOVERNMENT, SKILLS, USA, CTCA, NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY

Courtney O’Bryan Congratulations Courtney We are so Proud of you, go conquer the world!

- Dan O’Bryan Amanda Hills Congratulations Amanda, we are so proud of you.

- Becky O’Bryan Raynia Martinez It was a privilege being your elementary school teacher. I wish you much success in this next phase of your life. Congratulations!!

- Mrs. Fragoso

Nicholas Martin “Well you did your thing, and you lost your wings, and you hurt so bad you lost everything. And the tears that fall, on the city wall, will fade away with the rays of morning light.” ELO

Kayla Martinez Felicity Martinez

Jackie Martinez I never try anything, I just do it.

Don’t adapt to the energy in the room, influence the energy in the room.

Noelys Melenciano Congratulations, you did it!! Stay focused on your dreams - I know you will accomplish all you set your mind to. - Mrs. Fragoso Adam Mettica Congratulations 2020 PHS GRADUATE....Best wishes for your next adventure in college.

I look forward to the day when you are head chef of your own restaurant.

Enjoy your college years!

- Gail Hyde Markeia Lewis Congratulations, I’m so proud of you baby girl!

- LaKeitha Bittle-Horne

Raynia Martinez Congrats on your high school graduation!

You have now accomplished the absolute minimum standard of our society.

FRESHMAN COUNCIL, MARCHING BAND, DANCE, TEAM, DRAMA CLUB, CONNECTICUT CLIMATE ACTION, COLLEGE PREP, MERIDEN STUDENT LEADERSHIP, POWDERPUFF

Andrew McCarty Brian Martinez Rodriguez

Dread it, run from it, destiny still arrives. Or should I say, I have arrived!

VARSITY BASEBALL, VARSITY WRESTLING, LATIN CLUB, NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

Michael McManus

Niurka L. Feliciano We can remember your first day at school. Even it seems like just a few days ago.

- Dorcas Diaz

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Antonio G Alfano Antonio, we couldn’t be more proud of the young man you have become and the choices you have made!! Airman First Class Alfano we love you and will miss you beyond words!!!!

Love Nonno, Nonna, Zia, Sam, Mom, Ed, Your brothers, and especially your side kick Francesca!!

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Aiden Annino CONGRATULATIONS. The world is your oyster.

Can’t wait to see what you will accomplish in the future both personally & professionally. Love, Nana & Pop

Haleigh Brooks I’m so proud of all you are and can’t wait to watch you excel into your future! Love you Goddaughter!! You will always shine!!! Kim (and Alan & McCartney)

Victoria Medina We are so very proud of you & all that you’ve over come this year! We can’t wait to see the wobderful adult you’ll become! We love you with all our hearts. Congratulations Victoria! Love, your family!!!

Adam Mettica Congrats on graduating high school! It stinks that you missed out traditional senior conventions, but those only matter so much and hey, you graduated in middle of major world event! Not everyone can say that! I’m so proud of you and all your hard work! - Jaime Roy

Andrew McCarty Goood Luck at Springfield College - James Chenard Andrew McCarty Congratulations Drewz !!!

So proud of you!!! Best of luck at Springfield College. - Sue Chenard

Aiden Annino We are so proud of everything you have accomplished! We look forward to seeing what the future holds! Love, Dad, Mom, and Caleb

Alexis Williams I know this wasn’t the type of graduation you were expecting after 4 years of hard work. But know your achievements are very much recognized. Now we recognize good looks, style, brains and now a well deserved diploma. I’m very proud of you.

Congratulations! Love You, Cynt

Jack Clancy Congratulations Jack, you have exceeded all our expectations in the classroom and on the baseball diamond. We are very proud of you!!! Looking forward to seeing you in a BLUE DEVILS uniform.

Mom, Dad and Tierney

Angel-Lee Hart So proud of you Angel! You are a force to be reckoned with. Keep on helping to make this world a better place and good luck at Quinnipiac! Love you!

-Shanan Noel

Alex Flynn Congrats Alex, time to “Do Damage” like the ‘18 Sox! Love, the Millers Javan DeCarlo “I’m sure today will be only the first of many proud, successful moments for you.” Love, Tio, Kristyn, Lylli & Mateo <3

Andrew McCarty We are so proud of you, Andrew!! Congratulations on your graduation and we look forward to seeing you grow both in baseball and education at Springfield College! Congrats again!

Love, Uncle Joel, Aunt Michelle, Aiden, Gavin and Madelynn!

Andrew McCarty Concratulations Andrew on all your accomplishments.

Love Aunt Tammy, Uncle Joe, Logan, Avery, and Isabelle

Niurka L. Feliciano Your wings already exist... all you have to do is fly, Your family loves you sweet girl.

- Dorcas Diaz

Angel Hart Angel, you’ve done it!

You will continue to do amazing things and make the world a more beautiful place. Your heart and your voice are your unique gifts to share. Celebrating with you!! Love, Kendra

Aiden Annino Congrats Aiden! Best of luck to you! Love, The Nawrocki Family

Gabriela I know your future is going to turn out amazing love you! - Briana Phillips MarKeia Lewis Congratulations Keia.

Love, Tash, Mike and Bittle Family Megan Cerbie Congratulations Megan! So proud of you!

-Leigh Ann Mumm Megan Cerbie Good job and Congratulations! Keep up the good work!

- Ruth Mumm

Alexis Williams Congratulations! So proud of you.

-Diane Lester Adam Mettica So proud of you Adam ~ keep reaching for the stars -Laura Urbanetti Sara Henault Congratulations on your graduation. Love Aunt Gail

Andrew McCarty Congratulations Andrew!

Excited for the next phase of your life. We are all proud of you.

- Maria Dornfried Alexis Williams Congratulations!!! Love Great Grandma/Grandpa DeLuca - Dawn - Debbie

Luke feurstenberg Congrats Luke, we are so proud of you, we love you!

Uncle Eric and Aunt Becky Sydney Bernier Congrats, Way to go! We’re proud of you! The Deegans

Aiden Annino Congratulations Aiden. We are so proud of you! You are on to do some amazing things!!!

Love you! - Gerry Baird

Javan DeCarlo I’m so proud of you and can’t wait to see what the future hold for you. Love Mom!

Aneesa Johnson I am so proud of you. It’s a blessing to have a daughter like you! Keep striving for greatness in life, and never give up! -Alicia Johnson

Aiden Annino Congratulations, Aiden, on all your accomplishments at PHS. You’re a standout in the class of 2020 with a bright future. We are proud of you. Grandma & Grandpa

Savannah Pizarro Rodriguez I’m so proud of you. Love, Mommy xoxoxoxox

Devin Bell Proud of you! Love you all the way to there!

- Catherine Bell

Savannah Rodriguez Grandma is so proud of you.

Love you

Devin Bell Super Proud of you! Love Mom, Dan and Pesky Elisabeth Cleveland CONGRATULATIONS! WE LOVE YOU! Nana, Uncle Rick, and Reagan!

Victoria Medina CONGRATS YOU DID IT ! This is the beginning of your life. You can do absolutely anything you set your mind to. Happy Graduation Sweetie! ~YOUR MOM & DAD Connor Noel C, Dad and I are so beyond proud of you for all you have accomplished. Keep striving to do your best. Good luck at URI!! We love you

Lillian Marie Rivera After all we have been trough, YOU DID IT!!!. I’m so proud, never stop!! Mom loves you!!

Lillian Rivera Well is that time baby girl...

I wanted to congratulate you on your graduation you have a great future ahead of you keep doing what you do daddy will always love you congratulations or your big day I love you - Johann Rivera

Deaven Tanner We are all so happy and proud of you. You have worked so hard and had so many successes on the field and in the classroom.

We know you will continue to be successful and more on your next journeys and adventures.

We will miss you but have a great safe move this summer and stay well - Nicole Peterson Platt Senior Cheerleaders Congratulations to all of our seniors. We are so proud of you. Thank you for your dedication to the team. Good luck in all your future endeavors. Love, Coach Jeanne. Coach Ivey, and Coach Sharon

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Javon Malone Congrats Javon! We are so proud of you. Love Dad, Mom, Jalen & Jojo Javon Malone Congratulations Javon, Baseball Captain! Love, The Dudleys Wes Deno Wes.... what could I say about the nicest guy in the world and keep it short !

You’re awesome and I love you!

-John Deno

Makihya Medina “Everything negative- pressure, challenges- is all an opportunity for me to rise.” - Kobe B. Bryant

Victoria Medina

Melissa Medrano

UPWARD BOUND MATH & SCIENCE, LITTLE PANTHERS VOLUNTEER, GIRLS BASKETBALL MANAGER

Noelys Melenciano Morillo “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” -Mahatma Gandhi TENNIS, POWDERPUFF, DANCE TEAM, SKILLS, USA, ART CLUB, CHEERLEADING, BASKETBALL, MED, CAREERS CLUB

Joshua Rodriguez JA - CONGRATULATIONS! Keep up the good work as you begin college in the fall. Very proud of you and love you! GRAMMA K Javon Malone Dear Javon, Congratulations for a job well done. Best wishes for a fine future. Love Always, Mimi , Wendy , Matt & Kyle

Arrianna Mendez

Lizbeth Mendez

Madison Mendoza

Treavon Mention

Elijah Monkan

Arianna Morales

Damion Morales

Brooklyn’s Finest

BASKETBALL BASKETBALL MANAGER

POWDERPUFF

Haleigh Brooks Congrats, your hard word and dedication paid off.

Love Gail Platt Senior Boys Basketball Congratulations to the Class of 2020 Platt Basketball Players.

Continue to press forward through all obstacles. We wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors.

Best Regards, Boys Basketball Coaching Staff.

Josh Perez Josh, Congratulations on your graduation.

- Annemarie Perez

Adam Mettica “Somewhere in the between was a life of which we all dream, and nothing and no one will ever take that away.” -Tomas Kalnoky MARCHING BAND, JAZZ BAND, PIT ORCHESTRA, GOLF

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Josh Perez Josh, Congratulations on your graduation. We are so proud of you. Best wishes for a bright and successful future. Reach for the stars. Love, Mom, Dad and Ava

Naisha Morales-Torres

Markeno Morris

Rajah Mueller

Jasmina Mujkanovic

Only you can control your happiness, so stay positive.

TRACK AND FIELD, SOCCER

TRACK, BASEBALL

“Stand on my money, I’m as tall as Pippen.” - Lil Uzi Vert

INTERACT CLUB, KEY CLUB

SOCCER, BOYS BASKETBALL, STUDENT SENATE

Haley Peacock Way to go #1! Have fun in college . We are going to miss you! Love the Owen family. -Maureen Owen Haleigh Brooks Congratulations!! You are the best Glinda we know!!!

You are going to make a phenomenal teacher!!

-Megan Graham Alex Flynn Hard work pays off.

Have fun at college!

The Owen Family

Emily Nava

Giselle Negrete-Campos

If you’re reading this be so happy that when people look at you, they become happy too.

I’m here for a good time, not a long time.

Steven Nelson

Malaki Nesmith Ortiz BASKETBALL

TENNIS

Haleigh Brooks Congratulations and best wishes as you enter your next chapter, Love you more than all the , love Mimi Haleigh Brooks I am so proud of you! The future is in your hands!

You are going to be an amazing teacher! Love you more, Mom

Aaron Nieves Chopstick came with a large Lo Mein

Lizbeth Nieves

Connor Noel

Jose Nunez

MARCHING BAND, CONCERT BAND, JAZZ BAND, PIT ORCHESTRA, STUDENT SENATE, BASEBALL, NHS, POWDERPUFF

FOOTBALL, POWDERPUFF

Amanda Hills I’m so proud of you Amanda Lynn. Wish I could say more but just know I love you and cant wait to see you conquer the world. - Tyler Hills Amanda Hills Proud of you, look forward to what you do in the future!!! Love William :)

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Haleigh Brooks Auntie an Akira are so proud of you.

Congratulations!!

We love you!

- Erika Kallas Haleigh Brooks Congrats, I am so very proud of you and all that you have accomplished!

- Samantha Wyman Haleigh Brooks Congrats Haleigh!!!

I’m so proud of you <3 - Kristin Buskeu Gabriel Vazquez Congratulation Gibby!!!

Were all so proud of you and how far you’ve come in life, and were also glad to have you part of our family. “ Take pride in how far you’ve come. Have faith in how far you can go.

But don’t forget to enjoy the journey.”

- The Gomez Family Seniors Class I ask that you go and be the change the world needs today it was a pleasure to greet you each morning and lunch to ensure you were greeted with love in my heart.

This lunch lady ( Dolores) pleads pay it forward. This class of 2020 is needed in our world to stand up for change and kindness and respect for humanity.

I am counting on you.

Congratulations to all our Platt Panthers Class of 2020 - Dolores Carrero

Haleigh Brooks Haleigh, we are so proud of you! We watched you grow from an adorable curious little girl into a beautiful intelligent young lady. You have worked so hard for this day, you are graduating in a completely new and scary time in our world. History is being made as we speak, and we know you will continue to make history throughout your life. We are so proud of you! Congratulations on your graduation! Love Uncle John and Meg

Haleigh Brooks Congratulations Haleigh! We wish you the best on your next chapter! Love you! The Alberts Haleigh Brookes So proud of you! I hope this next chapter brings you nothing but adventure, I know you will go far! Love ya bestie!! -Nina Capozzi Haleigh Brooks Congratulations beautiful!!

We are so very proud of you!!

-Tammy Lepisto

Luke Fuerstenberg Congrats Luke! The Navy is lucky to have you! Thank you for choosing to serve our country!

-Rea Guckin Megan Cerbir Congratulations Meg! The world is yours! Go make your dreams come true!

- Rea Guckin Joshua Rodriguez We are so proud of you! May all your dreams come true.

- Lynne Patry

Wes Deno Wes, we wish you all the best!! Love, Grandma and Grandpa Brenda Franceskino Noemi Robles You did it Twin! So proud of you, I love you!

- Genesis Robles Joshua Rodriguez Congratulations Josh! We are very proud of you. Use what you’ve learned to accomplish your goals and reach your potential. We love you! Tim, Amanda and Oliver Joshua Rodriguez Congratulations on your graduation, Josh. I am so proud of you! Love, Mom

“Congratulations Orville H. Platt High School Class of 2020!

I wish you all the best... a world of opportunity awaits.”

Mark D. Benigni, Ed.D. Superintendent

Haleigh Brooks I have watched you grow up into the beautiful & smart young woman you are today! You are like another daughter to me & I’m so proud of you! Keep reaching for the stars! We love you always, Tracy, Jesse, Julia, & John Jr

Haleigh Brooks What you’ve lost in moments and memories you’ve gained in perseverance and strength.

Celebrating you from a distance! I know your going to be just fine on your journey.

So many opportunities awaits you. Go out there and conquer the world. Love and prayers, Aunt Linda. Congratulations to your Class of 2020!

Josh Rodriguez We are so proud of you! Love, Grandma, Grandpa, Mom, and Pepper - Lynne Patry Wes Deno Wes, congratulations!! Hope you know how proud we are and how much we love you!!

Love, Mom, Dad and Alexa

Joshua Thorne I am always proud of you and always will be. Your graduation is a milestone that shuts one door and opens so many more. Some doors will open adventures you never could have imagined and other doors with be less adventures but just as important in your personal journey, Always live your truth, be who you are meant to be, who you want to be, the best you, you can be, Congratulations love you always, love you more Mum. Joshua Thorne It’s hard to believe this day has finally come. We are so proud of you and look forward to watching you continue to grow in your next chapter!!

Congratulations!!! Love, Sara and Avery

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Class of 2020 Congratulations class of 2020. You all are amazing and have accomplished so much. We celebrate you.

The Thorne Family

Jacob Nye

Courtney O’Bryan

Molly Olender

Angelica Orellana

If studying is a cause of death, I’ll live forever!

“Be strong and of good courage; be not frightened, neither be dismayed; for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go”.

Joshua 1:9

Joshua Thorne Congratulations! Your adventure begins. May your ship take you to places you want to go and places you never knew you would love to be. I am proud of you, love Cameo Andrew McCarty Congratulations Andrew!

- Thersea Blaney Nadia Sarai James CONGRATULATIONS Nadia!!! Love Mom and Pop Bittle -Latashia Bittle

Edgar Orellana Zelaya

Izay Ortiz

Adelina Ortiz-Perez

Derek Oyola

“Change what you do, but never what you are.” K.tolnoe

I never thought I would make it this far, but I’m doing it for my father.

DANCE, POWDERPUFF

The Graduating Class Congratulations Seniors!

I hope you all reach for your dreams and go out into the world to explore, learn, and grow. All the best - Mr Sorak

TRACK

Cody Chambers Congratulations Cody you did it. I love you more than you will ever realize.

MOM. Noah Bradley Congratulations Noah!!!.

Love your family!!

Elijah J. Monkan Congratulations l love you, mama

Alayna Pagan Jocelyn Padilla POWDERPUFF, SKILLS USA

Elianni Padilla Amezquita

Three whole years of bad yearbook photos, this year wasn’t any different.

COLORGUARD, ORCHESTRA, QUINTET, THEATRE, JAZZ BAND

Kyle Parmelee

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Savannah PizarroRodriguez Dream big I’m proud of you! Love, mommy Class of 2020 Congratulations to all!

You have worked hard and deserve to be celebrated!

Good luck to all! - The Noel’s Makihya Medina We are so proud of you!

Keep reaching past the stars as your future has no limits! Love you more always!

- Meagen Medina

Haley Peacock

Emily Perez

Get comfortable being uncomfortable.

TENNIS, SKILLS USA, STUDENT SENATE, BASKETBALL

Joshua Perez

Alec Perry “I’m a fun guy.”

Kawhi Leonard SOCCER

Angelia Gould Angelia, we are so very proud of you !! You have a great future ahead of you!

Congratulations to our sweet, talented girl!! Love , Mom and Dad Julio “Danny” Hernandez Congratulations! We are so proud of you and the man you have become. We love you! Your family

Briana Phillips

Alaina Pierce You can never go wrong with a little pink... a lot works for me.

Savannah Pizarro-Rodriguez

Christopher Quinones Hernandez

Ethan Lattman Congratulations EEEE! We r so proud of you! Luv, Mom, Dad, Cal and Jord Anna Jimenez Congratulations Anna! I am soooo proud of you!

- Lorri Jimenez Damion Morales Always remember you are braver than you believe stronger than you think, loved more than you know MOM

Francis Ramirez Brito Enrique Quintana Maestre BASKETBALL, SOCCER

Alex Ramirez

Aurrianna Ramirez Carti I wanna go to Pluto.

POWDERPUFF

La Luz brilla en la oscuridad, y la oscuridad jamas podra apagarla. - Juan 1:5 VOLLEYBALL, SOFTBALL, BOY’S BASKETBALL, MANAGER, POWDERPUFF

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Allison Espinosa The future is wide open, with many opportunities now waiting for you.

Congratulations on your great success. May God’s love and guidance be with you. -Areli Hernandez

Isabella Reig Gabriella Ramos

Jeydon Ramos

Nicklaus Ramos

“A man is great not because he hasn’t failed; a man is great because failure hasn’t stopped him.” - Confucius MATHLETES, CHEMISTRY CLUB, YOUTH & GOVERNMENT, NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

Joshua Thorne Congratulations!

- Ben Smith Jarred Wotton Congratulations, Jarred!

We are so proud of you and excited for your next adventure! Love you, Mom, Dad, Justin & Ryan Cassandra Oslander You did it! You keep making me proud! Love Mom

Jeremiah Reyes

Heisha Reyes Yambo

Penelope Riestra

Vanessa Rios “Everytime someone says “I love you” it ends up costing me money.”

- Elena Constantinoue

POWDERPUFF

Jaelynne Davis Congratulations Jaelynne!

I am incredibly proud of you. Awesome job.

- Erin Shaffer Kiwania F You made it through High School you can make it anywhere the sky is the limit -Winter Fields Lizbeth Nieves I’m really happy and proud of you ma your a amazing person and always remember the sky is the limit keep doing everything you love.

I love you - Luz Garcia

Aleannie Rivera

Angel Rivera Without sacrifice there can be no victory.

Lillian Rivera

Nicholas Rivera

Haleigh Brooks Congratulations Haleigh!

We are so proud of you!

Love, Aunt Dora & Uncle Albert

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Recardo Adorno I’m really proud of you baby I’m more than happy for you and for the person you are and you continue to be . You proved every person that doubted you wrong I love you so much I’m so happy for you - Lizbeth Nieves Haleigh brooks I’m so proud of you!!

You have grown into a wonderful woman! Much love from your cousin!!

Congratulations on graduation!

- Matthew Moro Julia Bessler Julia, you did it little daddy sister-cousin!! I’m sure it was a constant battle, but you made it through with your head held high, chest out and back strong! I am beyond proud of you!!

- Courteney Monroe

Adam Mettica Congrats Adam!! So proud of you and everything you’ve accomplished.

You’re the best brother ever! Can’t wait to see you on the food network!! Love, Morgan

Class of 2020 Congrats Graduates! The Key Success Is to remain Consistent and Determined!

- Tank Sanders Platt Can I have my diploma - Mark Anthonny Rosado

Cameron Phillip Duncan Fox Congratulations on your graduation I am so proud of you made it , you deserve everything in life and on to the next step to college Albertus Magnus - Arlene Wright

On behalf of the entire RJ Media team we want to say Congratulations to the Class of 2020!

Sydney Bernier I’m so immensely proud of you! Can’t wait to take Manhattan with you next year! - Ryley Bernier Sydney Bernier Sydney, I am so very proud of you and all you have accomplished at Platt.

You deserve everything that is coming your way.

CONGRATULATIONS sweet Sydney!! All my Love, Grandma xoxo Haleigh Brooks Great Job Haleigh.

Love, little Dora Javan Decarlo Watching you grow up to be the beautiful young man you are has been a joy. You amaze me! Love, Tiffiany

Joshua Rodriguez Josh, remember when you heard your name mentioned at Giant Stadium, I’m confident you will reach your full potential. I loved being your coach. Love you, Grampa Elizabeth and Rebecca Wozniak Twice the pride!

Congratulations to you both! Love from Eileen, Gordon and James Elizabeth and Rebecca Wozniak Congratulations! Love, Poppi Elijah Monkan What’s good bro! I see you growing up fast on your big bro. Keep leveling up boy.

Evol -Michael Hyman Thalia Quiles Thalia I am so proud of all of your hard work! Good luck in accomplishing all of your dreams!

- Maureen Kennedy

Sydney Bernier We know your senior year didn’t end like it should have but we areSO proud of all that you have accomplished! We love you so much! You are the best daughter a parent could hope for!

- Jason Bernier

Devon M. Senior Dev, We are so very proud of you and even though things are not “normal”, we still celebrate your accomplishments. Love mom, dad, sisser, kk, and tj

Jaden Roxas Happy graduations. The best is yet to come. Always here for you, Dad, Mom and Justin Sydney Congratulations President Sydney. You have made us very proud. We love you. Aunt Marcy, Uncle Patrick, Griffin and Elliot

Lizbeth Nieves Congratulations Lizbeth!

I am so proud of all of you hard work! I hope that all of your dreams come true!

Mrs. Kennedy Cassie Oslander, Justin Sloan, Chassity Strain, Ricky Adorno, Jason Woods, Jose Caban, Jaelynne Davis, Lizbeth Nieves Congratulations! We are so proud to see your hard work and perseverance pay off! Each of you are truly an inspiration! - Mrs. Rodriguez & Ms. Shawnna

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Patrick Dovhan If we don’t mention it enough we are proud of the young man you have become. Love, your mom and dad

Teryanna Rivera “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” Eleanor Roosevelt

Aracha Rivera Oquendo

Justin Robinson

Noemi Robles Be brave, be kind, be happy and be you.

Isabella Reig Well you got number 4 in your class and I got last 4,glad to see we are still technically twins love yaRocco Reig Joshua Rodriguez I am so happy and proud of you, today and always, Love from Gramma Luke Fuerstenberg Luuuuuke Skywalker!!

Uncle Steve and I are so proud of you!

-Barbara Davidson Miles Jarred Wotton Congratulations, Jarred!

Love from Grandpa & Grandma

Lizbeth Rodriguez Bianca Rodriguez

Joshua Rodriguez

HOMEWORK CLUB

I was mind blown on how Harry Potter was able to talk to snakes, but then I realized he wasn’t the only one.

Salissa Rodriguez

POWDERPUFF

Tatiana Maldonado Woohoo! Congrats Tatiana on your graduation -Robert Carrero Brandon Tran Congratulations Brandon!! We are so proud of you. Good luck in CCC Program. We love you Mom, Dad, and Amelia

Valeria Rodriguez

Yasiel Rodriguez Rowan

Jada Rogoz

James Rondini

“Goodbye everyone, I’ll remember you all in therapy”.

- Plankton

I easily flow with change. My life is divinely guided, and I am always going in the best direction.

CHEERLEADING, TENNIS, PENTANGLES

WRESTLING, FOOTBALL, BASEBALL

Tatiana Maldonado Congratulations Taty...

You’re destine for greatness...

We’re proud of you!

- Kimaira Serpa

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Isabella Reig Princess, you set the standard. . . love, your biggest fan - Dana Reig Derek Oyola Congratulations Derek you made it !

Ricky Adorno, Jose Caban, Jaelynne Davis, Lizbeth Nieves, Cassie Oslander, Justin Sloan, Chassity Strain, Jason Woods Congratulations Class of 2020! You should all be proud of yourselves!

Never lose faith in what you can achieve! Best wishes, Mr. O’Neill

Sebastian Rosario

Jaden Roxas

Abimalec Santiago

COLOR GUARD CONCERT GUARD, BAND THEATER, POWDERPUFF, CHEMISTRY CLUB, STUDENT SENATE

Kianna Santiago I am stronger than my excuses.

VOLLEYBALL, BASKETBALL, SOFTBALL, UNIFIED SPORTS

Andrew Mccarty Dear Andrew! Having students like you renews our commitment to teaching! Continued success in the future!

- Emil Bantea Manasia G Bennett To our Granddaughter Manasia, You was born into a turbulent world and now your graduating into a Turbulent world. We celebrate you and your accomplishment.

Love, Grandma & Grandpa Rivera Manasia Bennett Be Bold enough to dream,Brave enough to do,Strong enough to leap,and Success will follow you.

Congratulations! Love Madrina and Padrino Abrahams - Wilma Abrahams

Nijhea Santiago Just imagine having to transfer schools your senior year.

I didn’t have to imagine, it was my reality.

Devon Senior

Jonathan Santiago Flores Life is like a sandwich; no matter which way you flip it, the bread always comes first.

Natasha Sattar “The pleasure of reading a story and wondering what will come next for the hero is a pleasure that has lasted for centuries and, I think, will always be with us.” - Stan Lee CHEMISTRY CLUB, CTCA, STUDENT SENATE, NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

Marlon Serrano

Madison Singam

ANIME CLUB, E-SPORTS

Please, no one contact me after this.

STUDENT SENATE

Branden Segura Life is like a sandwich, no matter what, bread comes first.

Teal Singleton

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Isabella Reig Sometimes I look at you and wonder why are you so smart can you spare me some of the genius in you - Kaine Murphy

Pedro Solis

Caelan Spellacy

Ke’aira Spells

Chassity Strain

SKILLS USA

Haley Peacock We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see of the amazing amazing things you will go on to do and accomplish in your life. Love you bigger than the Universe! Mom, Dad & Isla Manasia Bennett Tough Times Don’t Last But Tough People Do,As Long As You’ve Got HOPE,You’ll Find You’r Way.LOVE MOMMY, QUA,ZAI,HEAVEN Manasia Bennett You did that Nuskiiiii ! Love you forever and always - Jaida Williams

Myqueen Streater

Deaven Tanner

Tyler Tarducci

We are just extras in a movie with no main character.

I’ve spent more time trying to figure out a quote then I ever have doing my homework.

FOOTBALL, BASKETBALL

Jaide Torres

Leylanie Torres

Brandon Tran

Joshua Thorne

Jordan Tuberville GSA CLUB

Jazaie Alvarez Congratulations to my great nephew .. you have turned out to be a great young man.. you have persevered throughout all your trial and tribulations in your life always coming out on top.. God has big plans for you and the road ahead of you is for you to continue traveling..

Remember the sky is your limit..,Best of luck graduate class of 2020 ..

TITI MIRIAM LOVES YOU..

All graduating seniors Congratulations to the class of 2020! I wish you all the best!

- Susan Marshall

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Manasia Bennett So proud of you. Aloha Nui! Love Ebony Tiffany and Avery Caelan Marie Spellacy Congratulations Caelan We as parents couldn’t be prouder of you now on to your next challenge SCSU - Debbie Spellacy Success Academy Graduates What an incredible year!! So proud of you for working hard to accomplish your goals!!

- David Sharron

Brandon Vargas Kevin Valentin-Parrish

“Peace and love, peace and love.”

- Ringo Starr

Gabriel Vazquez

Luis Vazquez

Analize Virella

Andrea Vitello

BAND

Jaelynne Davis Ms. Davis, you did it!

Congratulations!

- Bill Tripodi Andrew McCarty We are so proud of you!

Enjoy every minute!

- Denise McCarty Isabella Reig CONGRATULATIONS - We are so proud of you, and know that you will do amazing things!

- Lou & Karin Rinaldi

Joseph Vazquez Alicea

Giselle Velasquez

Be a creator, there are enough destroyers in the world already.

Sebastian Rosario You made it! We are extremely proud of you and are excited to see what you future shall be!

Promising! With Love Nina, Dad, Jordan, Noah, Jasiah & Liev.

Cody Chambers Congratulations Cody. So proud of you and to be around to see you grow up into the young man you have become. Love, Mark

Elizabeth Wozniak Mackenzie Washington SOFTBALL

Alexis Williams SOCCER, POWDERPUFF, BASKETBALL

Jarred Wotton

“Waste not want not. I am not being wasted.

Why do I want?” - Margaret Atwood SKILLS USA, CHEMISTRY CLUB, PIT ORCHESTRA, BAND, MATHLETES, CTCA, TENNIS, OUTDOOR TRACK, YOUTH AND GOVERNMENT, STUDENT SENATE, STUDENT VOICE AND ACTION, NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY, STUDENT BOE REP.

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Ashley Bonilla I hope you find only fulfillment and happiness in all future endeavors. I will miss you!

- James McGetrick The Class of 2020 Congratulations! Let your Light Shine!

- Kim Carbone Devin Bell Congrats and Good luck!

Come back and visit anytime!

- Allison Sze

Camera Shy

Rebecca Wozniak “I have never let my schooling interfere with my education.” -Grant Allen MARCHING BAND, CONCERT, BAND, STUDENT SENATE, YOUTH AND GOVERNMENT, CHEMISTRY CLUB, MATHLETES, INDOOR TRACK, TENNIS, CTCA, NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY, STUDENT REP. ON DISTRICT BOE, STUDENT VOICE & ACTION

Haleigh Brooks Congrats and best of luck!

We love you! Ty Family The Class of 2020 Congratulations to the entire Class of 2020! I am so proud of you all, you are on to big things!

- Drew Blythe Zachary Torres I want to wish you the best in life, I am a proud mother & all the goals you achieve. You have a bright future ahead of you, keep doing great I love you.

Sincerely, mom & dad

Elaijah Wright As I should...

ART CLUB, INTERNATIONAL CLUB, UNIFIED SPORTS, BASKETBALL, TRACK & FIELD, CHEERLEADING, DANCE TEAM, YEARBOOK PHOTOGRAPHER

Wes Deno Wes, congratulations on your graduation! We know that you will go far! Love, Nana and Poppy Emily Perez Congratulations Emily, we are so proud of you and all your accomplishments.

We cannot wait to see what the future has in store for you! With love the Palacios

Elijah Wright

Recardo Adorno Daniel Christopher Alers Antonio Giovanni Alfano Jacob Alexander Arocho Avitable, Jonathan Michael Jose Caban Cristian Caraballo Cody Duane Chambers Justin Joseph Charpentier Jaydon Cividanes Angelina Cole Coitrone Elysha Crespo Ramon Alfredo Crespo Abimalec Cruz Santiago Margylee Diaz Jaheim Joseph Dixon Johnny Gonzalez Echevarria Allison Espinosa Hernandez Luis Antonio Estremera Alicea Angel Renee Evans Jiveliz Nicole Flores Jimenez Natalia Lanci LaShaun Ikaiya Hill Jasmine Moran Nicholas Joseph Muniz Cassie Oslander Alex Yadiel Ortiz Oyola Angelica Judith Ortiz-Perez Isaac Perez Thalia Quiles Grady Junior Reynolds Anibal Jeriel Rivera Roman Jael Julian Rivera Damien Rosa Dante Rosa Isaiah S Ross Wesley Michael Samples Anas Mostafa Skareb Justin Sloan Zachary Benjamin Torres William Traverso Jasmariah Mia Vega Jason Woods

Joshua Rodriguez Congratulations! Proud of you - looking forward to seeing you do bigger things in the next phase of your life - Love you, Trish Manasia Bennett Congratulations Manasia! Best of luck in your new adventure!

Know that we’re still cheering you on! The Success Team Natalia Lanci Congratulations Natalia!

Best of luck in your new adventure! Know that we’re still cheering you on! The Success Team Thalia Quiles Congratulations Thalia!

Best of luck in your new adventure! Know that we’re still cheering you on! The Success Team Isaac Perez Congratulations Isaac!

Best of luck in your new adventure! Know that we’re still cheering you on! The Success Team Lizbeth Nieves Congratulations Lizbeth!

Best of luck in your new adventure! Know that we’re still cheering you on! The Success Team Sydney Bernier Congratulations Sydney!

Sorry you couldn’t have a real graduation. We are thinking of you. Love Grandpa and Memere.

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Kevin Valentin To my son Sug, as the great Bruce Lee once said, “ To hell with circumstances, create opportunities.”

- Jossely Valentin Sydney Bernier Congrats Syd! On to the next chapter...you are loved! Joe & Holly Elizabeth and Rebecca Wozniak, Refat Hossain Congratulations graduates--thanks for being great students!

-Neil Dokurno Mallina Mann Congratulations!!! I am going to miss you sooo much! Make sure to keep in touch!!!

Allison Sze Haleigh Brooks I am so proud of you Haleigh. Love, auntie Jenny Dora Tolento

I know this chapter of our lives didn’t exactly go as expected, but even the best plans sometimes go wrong.

Each and every one of you are so unique in every way, you have so much to offer in this world and I wish nothing but success and happiness on every single one of you.

Stay amazing Class of 2020.

Sydney Bernier

Brandon Donneyre Congrats you made it. Love - Diana Donneyre Noemi Robles Congratulations sunshine!

I’m very proud of you, keep smiling and never give up.

Love, mom

Andrew McCarty May the force be with you.

Love, Bryce and Dev Nicholas Martin Thanks so much Nick for being such an incredible young man! Mr. D.

Class of 2020 President

Noemi Robles Hello muñeca, I just want to say that I’m very proud of you! Love, mom

Noelys Melenciano I believe in God and you I know you’re going to reach all your goals we love you daughter.

- Leinny Melenciano

Lillian Rivera I’m so proud of you! You are an amazing, bright, and sweet little sister!

Viviane Rivera-Gonzalez

Lillian Rivera Tuti, congratulations! We are so proud of you! You can do anything you put your mind to. Love, Vero & Meli

Haleigh Brooks Best of luck!! I will miss you and your talent.

Keep up the great work!

- SHERRY MUCIK

Lillian Rivera Hey Sis , I wanted to say congratulations so proud of you . I know we couldn’t do everything as plan but we got to were we wanted sis , I love you so much always remember kat <3 -Katherin Solis

Andrew McCarty Have fun and take risks.

Whatever you do, enjoy it!

Love Mom and Dad

Refat Hossian Thank you for being on the greatest yearbook photographers Platt has ever had!!!

- SHERRY MUCIK

Jasmina Elizabeth Mujkanovic We Love You! Grandpa is so proud of you!! -Elizabeth Wrathall