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PHOTOS: Riverhead Class of 2015 graduates

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A pair of soon-to-be grads walk to their seats on Saturday morning. (Credit: Katharine Schroeder)

The Riverhead High School Class of 2015 celebrated its graduation on Saturday morning at McKillop Memorial Football Field.

Valedictorian Noah Markewitz and salutatorian Emily Behr both spoke to the crowd, which was listening to a brand new set of stands at the renovated field.

For a complete list of graduates and bios on the valedictorian and salutatorian, pick up a copy of the July 2 News-Review for the special graduation section.

Scroll through for more photos of the graduates.

Photos by Katharine Schroeder

Valedictorian Noah Markewitz speaks.
Valedictorian Noah Markewitz speaks.

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RHS Freshman and Senior Band led by Mr. Jason Rottkamp.
RHS Freshman and Senior Band led by Mr. Jason Rottkamp.
Senior members of RHS Chamber Choir sing The Star Spangled Banner.
Senior members of RHS Chamber Choir sing The Star Spangled Banner.
Dr. Charles Regan, High School Principal, welcomes everyone.
Dr. Charles Regan, High School Principal, welcomes everyone.
Nancy Carney, Superintendent of Schools.
Nancy Carney, Superintendent of Schools.
Mieko Vail, President of the class of 2015 faces the audience.
Mieko Vail, President of the class of 2015 faces the audience.

Class Secretary Joanna Messina and Amanda Baron, Treasurer, present the class gift of a willow tree.
Class Secretary Joanna Messina and Amanda Baron, Treasurer, present the class gift of a willow tree.
Marie Dillingham reads a speech prepared by Kathryn McKillop, who could not attend the ceremony.
Maria Dillingham reads a speech prepared by Kathryn McKillop, who could not attend the ceremony.
Students stand to be recognized for their achievements.
Students stand to be recognized for their achievements.
Salutatorian Emily Behr speaks.
Salutatorian Emily Behr speaks.

 

Karla Vanston was honored for having perfect attendance for 13 years.
Karla Vanston was honored for having perfect attendance for 13 years.

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