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Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
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After the ritual turning of the tassels, students toss their mortarboards aloft. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
After the ritual turning of the tassels, students toss their mortarboards aloft. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
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Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans’ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans’ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
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Graduate Emma Blankenship watches her classmates receive their diplomas. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Graduate Emma Blankenship watches her classmates receive their diplomas. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
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Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans’ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans’ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
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Co-valedictorian Kevin Berry addresses the crowd during the Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans' Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
Co-valedictorian Kevin Berry addresses the crowd during the Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans' Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
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Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans' Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans' Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
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Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans' Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans' Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
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Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans’ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans’ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
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Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans’ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans’ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
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Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans’ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans’ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
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Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans’ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans’ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
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Jose Puell Jr. laughs with friends during the Marco Island Academy graduation at VeteransÕ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
Jose Puell Jr. laughs with friends during the Marco Island Academy graduation at VeteransÕ Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
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Jose Puell Jr. receives a hug after winning the Principal's Award during the Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans' Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
Jose Puell Jr. receives a hug after winning the Principal's Award during the Marco Island Academy graduation at Veterans' Community Park on Marco Island Friday night, May 28, 2021. Photo by Darron R. Silva/Special to the Daily News
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Students perform the ritual turning of the tassels. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Students perform the ritual turning of the tassels. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
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Co-valedictorian Johnathan Watt takes the stage again to receive his diploma and a hug from his proud mother, school founder Jane Watt. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Co-valedictorian Johnathan Watt takes the stage again to receive his diploma and a hug from his proud mother, school founder Jane Watt. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
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Principal's Award winner Joey Puell applauds his fellow graduates. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Principal's Award winner Joey Puell applauds his fellow graduates. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
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MIPD Officer Paul Ashby accepted the diploma for his son Keaton Ashby. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
MIPD Officer Paul Ashby accepted the diploma for his son Keaton Ashby. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
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Peter Morales receives the Faculty Award from teacher Lori Galiana. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Peter Morales receives the Faculty Award from teacher Lori Galiana. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
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Co-valedictiorians Kevin Barry, left, and Johnathan Watt. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Co-valedictiorians Kevin Barry, left, and Johnathan Watt. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
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Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
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Principal's Award winner Joey Puell is lauded by Principal Melissa Scott. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Principal's Award winner Joey Puell is lauded by Principal Melissa Scott. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
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Some students put a message on their mortarboards. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Some students put a message on their mortarboards. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Lance Shearer/Correspondent
Co-valedictorian Johnathan Watt speaks, watched by his proud mother, school founder Jane Watt. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Co-valedictorian Johnathan Watt speaks, watched by his proud mother, school founder Jane Watt. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Lance Shearer/Correspondent
Hunreds gathered inside and outside the tent on a beautiful evening. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Hunreds gathered inside and outside the tent on a beautiful evening. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
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Teacher Chris Dayett leads a choir in "For Good." Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Teacher Chris Dayett leads a choir in "For Good." Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday evening in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Lance Shearer/Correspondent
Hunreds gathered inside and outside the tent on a beautiful evening. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Hunreds gathered inside and outside the tent on a beautiful evening. Marco Island Academy graduated its senior class Friday in a commencement ceremony at Veterans' Community Park.
Lance Shearer/Correspondent