Lynbrook Schools fifth graders from Marion Street, Waverly Park and West End schools took the next step in their educational journeys on June 26 as they marked their moving up ceremonies with pride.
On the Marion Street School field, fifth graders were joined by their younger classmates, and Student Council President Musaddiq Hussaini and Vice President Merilyn Yanes Infante addressed their peers. The Class of 2025 gave a final performance of “Count on Me” by Bruno Mars.
“You’ve learned how to treat others with care, how to listen and how to lead with kindness,” Principal Theresa Macchia said. “That’s something you should be incredibly proud of.”
At West End’s ceremony held at Lynbrook High School, Lia Callahan and Ava Guyadeen led the Pledge of Allegiance, and graduates sang “I’ll Always Remember You” and “Forever Young.”
Student Council President Michael Beck addressed his peers and quoted Michael Jordan, saying, “I’ve failed over and over in my life, and that’s why I succeeded.”
Parents proudly watched Waverly Park’s graduating class process toward the stage before Student Council members Gabriella Procopio and Abigail Zangari gave welcoming remarks. Graduates sang “Upside Down” and “Firework,” and each student stood to add a line to a class wide creative poem.
“Always remember to believe in yourself, follow your passions, and most importantly, be you,” Gabriella said to her peers.
During each ceremony, deserving graduates received awards, including the Presidential Award for Excellence and the Lynbrook Teachers Association Award. Upon receiving their diplomas, Lynbrook’s elementary Class of 2025 officially became students of North and South middle schools.

Photo caption:
1) Marion Street Elementary School fifth graders found their family members in the bleachers during their moving up ceremony on June 26.
2) Marion Street Student Council President Musaddiq Hussaini addressed his peers.
3) West End fifth graders exchanged smiles as their ceremony began.
4) Soon-to-be middle schoolers received their diplomas from Principal Leah Murray.
5) Waverly Park fifth graders gave a final performance from the stage.
6) Graduates crossed the stage to receive their diploma from Principal Allison Campbell.

Photos courtesy Lynbrook Public Schools

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Date Added: 7/1/2025