Wisdom Lane eighth graders were ready to officially become high schoolers during their moving up ceremony on June 16. The Wisdom Lane Middle School Class of 2025 reached a milestone on June 16 as they crossed the stage to officially become students of Division Avenue High School.

Eighth graders processed towards the auditorium dressed in their gowns to the applause of their peers and school staff. On stage, students Gabrielle Dermody and Olivia Martin led the Pledge of Allegiance before members of the chorus sang the Star-Spangled Banner. Principal John Avena led opening remarks, followed by Superintendent Todd Winch and Division Avenue Principal John Coscia, who welcomed the class with excitement.

Adrianna Faith, Japleen Rathor and Vanessa Villatoro led the eighth grade class address, reflecting on their peers' achievements in middle school and urging them to make the most of high school.

"As we sit here today, one last time as middle schoolers, I hope each and every one of you in this auditorium today reflects on the past three years," Adrianna said, "realizing how much you have grown, accomplished and achieved."

The class gift - a plaque honoring the building's original annex to be placed near the entrance to the school's newly renovated athletic fields - was presented by Radhika Patel, Nesha Tjia and Malu Vivar-Avila. Each graduate then received their diploma and shook hands with trustees and administrators. The ceremony was concluded with a performance of "Corner of the Sky" by the eighth grade chorus.

Friends were excited to cross the stage.The Class of 2025 received applause from peers as they processed through the halls.Nesha Tjia, Radhika Patel and Malu Vivar-Avila presented the class gift. Japleen Rathor, Vanessa Villatoro and Adrianna Faith gave the eighth grade class address.