A.C. Whelan Hosts Second Annual 5th Grade Talent Show

By Melissa Moore-Randall

A.C. Whelan Elementary School hosted their Second Annual Talent Show. The event was a huge success or a Wildcat Hit! With this year’s theme of High School Musical, the talented group of Wildcats truly brought the stage to life. They had double the number of student performers compared to last year. “I couldn’t be prouder of the hard work, courage, and creativity each and every one of them showed as they stepped into the spotlight,” added organizer and paraprofessional Brenda Baez.

“From singing and dancing to hilarious skits, the variety of talent was incredible. A big congratulations to our three winners: Olivia Urils wowed the crowd with a dazzling tango routine, Manolo Madrid brought the house down with his energetic “Bye Bye Bye” performance, and third place went to the unforgettable teacher bobblehead skit!

“It was truly a night to remember, and I enjoyed every moment of working with these amazing students. Watching their confidence grow and their passion shine on stage was the most rewarding part of all. Working with these students and helping them practice their routines is an experience I’ll always treasure. They were truly amazing, and as they get ready to take the next step into middle school, I know I’ll miss them dearly. Watching them grow, perform, and shine has been such a joy. A heartfelt thank you to our amazing administration team—Ms. Shanley, Ms. Cascetta, and Mr. Gallucci—for supporting us and making it possible to share this special night with our friends and families. Until next year, Wildcats!

“And as always, let’s remember—we’re all in this together!”