Summer graduate receives diploma

Congratulations to Abolfazl Akbar who joined Watervliet High School’s Class of 2022 after earning credits over the summer! Abolfazl returned to the high school today to receive his diploma. While here, school counselor David Olszewski presented him a Class of 2022 graduate lawn sign.

English as a New Language teacher stands beside the new graduate, the graduate's father and the superintendent of schools. All are facing the camera and smiling. School counselor stands beside the new graduate who is holding high school diploma and Class of 2002 lawn sign. Both are facing the camera and smiling.

“It is important that we recognize and celebrate our students, like Abolfazl, who persevere and earn those final remaining credits to graduate,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Donald Stevens.

We wish all the best to Abolfazl as he prepares to join the workforce.