The academic achievements of Port Jefferson Middle School eighth-graders were recognized at a moving up ceremony on June 22 at Earl. L. Vandermeulen High School. 

During the event, the students received several special classroom recognitions, Presidential Awards for Academic Excellence and certificates to signify their move to high school. 

“You are an amazing group of eighth-graders,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Paul Casciano. “Embrace all that the high school has to offer and continue to make us proud.”

Middle School Principal Dr. Robert Neidig and eighth-grade Student Council President Hailey Hearney also spoke during the ceremony.