Meriden Public Schools

🎓 As we continue highlighting the Class of 2026, we celebrate Arianna Gordon, a graduate of Maloney High School. Arianna is grateful for the teachers who encouraged her and pushed her to be her best throughout high school. She especially remembers her Spanish teacher, Ms. Vasquez, whose constant support and encouragement helped her persevere through challenges and gain confidence in herself. Arianna will always carry those lessons and memories with her as she begins her next chapter. 🎉

🎓💚 Congratulations to the Maloney High School Class of 2026! We celebrate your dedication, resilience, and all the incredible milestones that brought you to this moment. You walked across that stage ready to conquer whatever comes next! Never forget where you started, and always carry that Spartan spirit with you wherever you go. The world is yours! ⚔️🛡️

📸 Photo Credit: Dave Montemurro

🎓✨ Congratulations to the Platt High School Class of 2026! Caps off to an incredible journey! You've worked hard, made unforgettable memories, and now it's time to take on the world. We are so incredibly proud of everything you've accomplished. The future is bright, Panthers! Keep chasing your dreams and making us proud. 💙🐾

📸 Photo Credit: Chris Zajac

A huge congratulations to Benjamin Franklin Elementary’s own Anne Cardona for being named the Meriden Public Schools Paraeducator of the Year! 🏆👏 Anne is a remarkably hardworking professional whose unwavering dedication to student success shines every single day. She is pictured here celebrating this well-deserved honor alongside Principal Joanne Conte and Superintendent Dr. Mark Benigni. 💙📚

🇺🇸 Lincoln Middle School students who have veterans in their families had the honor of presenting and laying a wreath at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial during a field trip to Washington, D.C. It was a meaningful opportunity to honor the service and sacrifice of our nation's veterans.

📸 Photo Credit: James Flynn

👍🎉 Thumbs up all around for Lincoln Middle School’s Teacher of the Year, Kevin Wodatch! Mr. Wodatch teaches 7th-grade math, leads professional development, and mentors fellow teachers—making a lasting impact across the school. Congratulations, Mr. Wodatch! 👏

📸 Photo Credit: Sue Carr

🎓 Congratulations to our 8th graders on reaching this exciting milestone! As you move on to high school, we wish you continued success and can't wait to see all the amazing things you'll accomplish. 🌟📚

🎓 Kevin Kirlew, a graduate of Maloney High School, will always remember his time at Holiday Hill and the experiences that helped shape who he is today. He credits Coach Fred, head coach of the Maloney football team, for making a lasting impact on his journey by teaching him the values of adversity, commitment, leadership, hard work, and family through the game of football. Congratulations, Kevin, and best wishes for the future! 🎉

🎓✨ Next stop: high school! So incredibly proud of all the hard work, growth, and amazing memories that led to this moment. The best is yet to come!

🎓 The wait is almost over! Tomorrow, the Class of 2026 from Maloney and Platt High Schools will celebrate one of life's biggest milestones as they walk across the graduation stage. Families and guests are encouraged to check ParentSquare for important ceremony updates and information. Congratulations, graduates! We can't wait to celebrate with you. ✨