Commencement held at Cohoes High School

One-hundred and thirty-five students graduated from Cohoes High Schools on Saturday, June 28, at the annual commencement exercises, held at CHS.

The ceremony began with the singing of the "Star-Spangled Banner" and the CHS "Alma Mater," followed by several guest speakers.

The speakers included Superintendent of Schools Robert K. Libby, New York State Assembly Majority Leader Ronald Canestrari, Cohoes Mayor John T. McDonald III and Board of Education President V. Mark Pascale. Each of the speakers offered wisdom and humor for the graduates as they embark on a new journey after CHS.

The Class of 2008 Valedictorian Meagan Mnich and Salutatorian Matthew Marsett both spoke, as well, before the Class of 2008 Officers presented the class gift. This year, the class gave Cohoes High School a new school mascot costume.

Finally, as Cohoes High School Principal Joseph Rajczak read each student's name, Superintendent Robert Libby, followed by a line of dignitaries, presented each student with his or her diploma.

Congratulations graduates and best wishes for the future!