Making Smart Choices and Driving Safe Message Presented in Ballston Spa

driving, but especially around the prom when these things become more prevalent,” read a statement on the Ballston Spa Fire Department’s Facebook page.

“Thank you for your support and we hope this conversation continues at home, as we hope this drill never becomes a reality for any of us.”

The BSFD thanked Mangino Chevrolet Buick GMC for donating cars used in the demonstration. They also offered thanks to the Community Emergency Corps, the Saratoga County Sheriff ’s Office, Ballston Lake Emergency Squad, Malta Ridge Volunteer Fire Company, Armer Funeral Home, and the BSCSD administration.

The Schuylerville Class of 2023 Salutatorian is Alayna Wian. Wian is also a member of National Honor Society, has acted as the Class of 2023 treasurer and vice-president, co-president and parliamentarian in Student Council, and vice-president of Drama Club.

Wian is also a member of Environmental Club, Spanish Club, Yearbook Club, and prom committee. She is a member of All-County Chorus and Area All-State Chorus. Wian played six sports, serving as captain of the varsity girls soccer team in addition to competing in cross country, basketball, indoor and outdoor track and field, and lacrosse.

Wian was a representative at the Section II Athletic Leadership Summit, and also received the St. Michael’s Book Award. She plans to attend Hobart & William Smith Colleges and major in physics/ mathematics.

See below for a full list of Schuylerville’s Class of 2023 Top Graduates:

• Lillian Letzring (Valedictorian)

• Alayna Wian (Salutatorian)

• Christopher Buettner

• Lucas Fitzgerald

• Sofie Lamodi

• Anthony Luzadis

• Draven Mueller

• Arielle Sowle

• Irene Torres-Guzman

• Caitlyn VanDeusen

• Megan Vianese

• Abigail White

• Elliott Woods

• Jocelyn Zapien-Espinosa

BALLSTON SPA — Ballston Spa High School seniors were presented with a safe driving message during the days before the Senior Prom on June 3, encouraging them to avoid accidents caused by distracted or impaired driving.

A simulated crash demonstration took place on May 25 in front of the school in the bus loop at 9:45 a.m. Several students, as well as various emergency responders, participated in the event.

The event was coordinated by the BSHS Administrators and Deputy Pedro Garcia, the school resource officer, with assistance from Saratoga County Sheriff Michael Zurlo and area emergency responders.

“This is a great program to teach kids about everyday safety involving distracted or drunk