During a candlelighting ceremony on March 30, 26 eighth-grade students were inducted into the Hampton Bays Middle School National Junior Honor Society, one of the oldest and most prestigious national organizations for students.

To be eligible for membership, the students were required to have a cumulative average of 92 or better and meet the standards of leadership, service, citizenship and character.  

“We are very proud to recognize these outstanding members of our student body,” said Laurie O’ Halloran, chapter adviser. “National Junior Honor Society members are chosen for and then expected to continue their exemplary contributions to the school and community.”

The Hampton Bays School District extends congratulations to the following students: Stephanie Alvarez Grajales, Mickey Bracken, Tara Brochu, Bryan Carrillo, David Catena, Alexi Cruz Guzman, Angelina Desiderio, Giana DiPierdomenico, Melissa Fallo, Sierra Gaffney, Abigail Galvan Valverde, Johnny Gonzalez Molina, Grace Grimes, Kyle Gulotta, Tara Lauther, Cassidy Moore, Emma Naclerio, Eliz Nurel, Shaina Pierce, Dulce Pina, Priscila Putzulu, Katerina Reich, Saorla Scully, Jennifer Serna, William Theiling and Nidia Vasquez Garcia. #EngageHB