Salvatore DiDomenico – President EHS Class of 2024

Superintendent Hart, Mayor DeMaria, Mr. Lynch, City Councilors, School Committee Members, State Representatives, that Senator guy behind me, special guests, parents, the best truck driver in America Charlie the custodian and most importantly the Class of 24

Four years ago, we began high school behind a computer screen. Nobody could have predicted the path of our high school journey. But regardless of starting high school like no other class before us, we made the most of it. It’s been quite the ride, but we’ve tackled it together and made our mark.

Over these four years we have been through a lot together. We survived a pandemic, got through online schooling, we even wrote essays alongside chat gpt. (We all used it at least once or twice…some of us a couple thousand – we can all have our own opinion on who that was). We’ve formed bonds that will last a lifetime and shared experiences that will forever have a place in our memory. From rushing to do projects at the last minute to playing an intense basketball game at gym, to the good times we all shared, each moment has forever left a mark on all of us.

As we say goodbye to high school, let us carry with us the lessons we’ve learned, the strong friendships we’ve forged, and the memories we’ve created together. Let us cherish the moments we’ve shared and look forward to the adventures that lie ahead. And let us never forget that no matter where life takes us, we will always be united by the bond of our high school years.

For most of us we will be independent for the first time, we will be attending new classes with different people. We will have to make new decisions for ourselves like what courses to take, what job opportunities to pursue , and how to get around taxes – shoutout to Mr. Peach.

Being your Class President has been a great honor and I am thankful that you trusted me with this position. As you all know, I promised that every senior would have a free prom. And after months of fundraising I was able to raise over 50 thousand dollars to make this crazy idea a reality. The money that was left over from this fundraising will go towards funding scholarships in the name of our Class of 2024 to help fulfill the dreams of future EHS graduates. This will be our way to paying it forward and ensuring our Class will also have a presence at EHS for years to come. I consider these things to be my biggest accomplishments throughout high school.

My parents and brother have been my biggest cheerleaders and the best support system I could ever ask for. My whole family has always been by my side overcoming any challenges I was facing and supporting everything I wanted to accomplish. Thank you all for being right behind me always.

I would also like to thank Mr. O’Brien and Mr. Sachetta. They were my biggest supporters throughout my time at Everett High School, they have shown me that hard work pays off, and in times of uncertainty they always offered me unwavering support and were always there for me to talk to. They were always there for me when I needed help and I will forever hold dear the profound friendships we share. These two people have changed my life in a way words cannot even begin to describe. Thank you for everything done for me.

When we graduate and leave here today, I want everyone to not forget this pivotal moment in our lives that has set us up for success, never forget the teachers that guided us through highschool, our support staff, the people that are invested in your success, and the friends that you have made. I will forever treasure the friendships that I have made and I am proud to have started at the Keverian School. We must all never forget where we came from. Wherever you go in life remember Everett, remember where you started, remember the community that you grew up in.

Do not hold back – follow your dreams and don’t let anyone knock you off your course.  As Walt Disney said, “Your dreams can come true if you have the courage to pursue them.”  That is absolutely true and I can’t wait to hear about the many success stories that will come from our Class. The sky is the limit and I know we have the drive and determination to make our dreams a reality.

Thank you again and Congratulations Class of 2024! I look forward to coming together as a class at our 5-year reunion.

Best of luck to you all.