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JULY 13 - 19, 2022 • ANTON MEDIA GROUP
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Bethpage High School’s Class Of 2022 Soars To New Heights
he sun shined on the Bethpage Athletic Complex on the evening of June 24 as Bethpage High School honored the Class of 2022 with the 67th annual commencement ceremony. The evening began with the graduates processing onto the field to the sound of “Pomp and Circumstance,” performed by the Bethpage High School band. The students were joined by members of central and building administration, the board of education and faculty and staff. Twin sisters Suchitha Channapatna and Ruchitha Channapatna, the valedictorian and salutatorian for the Class of 2022, respectively, addressed their fellow graduates. “With all of the new things going on in our lives, it’s going to be important to focus on the things that matter to us the most,” Ruchitha said. “Now as we start the next chapter of our lives, we will be pushing the world to be a better place.” “We have a responsibility to contribute to our communities, the same way that this community has shaped us,” Suchitha said. “As we go our separate ways, let’s remember to continue considering the bigger picture and sharing our knowledge in a way that impacts others positively.” Next, Superintendent of Schools Dave
The sun shined on the Bethpage Athletic Complex on the evening of June 24 as Bethpage High School honored the Class of 2022 with the 67th annual commencement ceremony. (Photos courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District)
Bethpage High School valedictorian Suchitha Channapatna delivered her address at gradation.
Officer Assaulted The Eighth Squad reports the arrest of on him and was placed under arrest. two men for a disturbance that occurred Canales is charged with second-degree on Sunday, June 19, at 3:19 a.m. in assault, resisting arrest, second-degree Farmingdale. obstructing governmental According to detectives, administration and disorderly Nassau County Police Critical conduct. He was arraigned Intelligence Rapid Response on Monday, June 20, at First Team (CIRRT) Officers observed District Court located at 99 a large group of males fighting Main St. in Hempstead. in front of 247 Main St. As the Beverly is charged with officers attempted to break up fourth-degree criminal possesthe fight one of the defendants, sion of a controlled substance 23-year-old Jorge Ramirez and disorderly conduct. He Canales of Amityville, punched was arraigned on Monday, Jamal Beverly an officer in the face. Canales June 20, at First District Court continued to resist by flailing located at 99 Main St. in his arms and legs while officers Hempstead. placed him into police custody. Beverly was previously The injured officer was taken to arrested on Monday, Jan. 4, for a local hospital for treatment. A third-degree criminal possessecond defendant, 23-year-old sion of a controlled substance, Jamal Beverly of Massapequa, fifth-degree criminal posseswas initially observed fighting sion of a controlled substance in the street and then was found and seventh-degree criminal unconscious in front of 274 possession of a controlled Main St. He was taken to a local Jorge Ramirez Canales substance. He was released hospital for treatment and while (Photos courtesy of the without bail. Nassau County Police at the hospital a substance be- Department) —Submitted by the Nassau lieved to be cocaine was found County Police Department
Bethpage High School salutatorian Ruchitha Channapatna delivered her address at gradation.
Schneider delivered commencement remarks to the graduates and their families. “Today, our graduates will join the ranks of a very special group of people known as Golden Eagle alumni,” Schneider said. “I ask you to be bold, be courageous, be your best, and wherever you go, go with all of your heart. We know that you will carry on the great legacy that is Bethpage.” Principal Nicholas Jantz reflected on how his time in Bethpage began with the graduates at John F. Kennedy Middle School. He reflected on the years of memories, successes and challenges he faced alongside the Class of 2022, commenting on their dedication to perseverance. “From the beginning, there was always something special about this class,” Jantz said. “I can proudly say that the Class of 2022 represents the very best of Bethpage.” Following the presentation of diplomas, Jantz officially pronounced the Class of 2022 graduates. The ceremonial cap toss put a perfect ending on not only the evening, but the years of education for the graduates in Bethpage. —Submitted by the Bethpage Union Free School District
Longtime Employee Honored
On June 23, Dominican Village resident Eileen O’Connell was honored by the Copiague Library for her service of 40 years. Past and current employees of Copiague Library came to honor her for the endless dedication to the community. (Photo courtesy of Dominican Village)
—Submitted by Dominican Village
