Bishop Maginn students poses for a photo with senior adviser Brianna Martin during their graduation on Friday, June 7, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Photos by Nate Whitchurch
Bishop Maginn graduates sing their alma mater to friends and family during graduation ceremonies at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Photos by Nate Whitchurch
Bishop Emeritus Howard J. Hubbard listens to speech by Bishop Maginn Salutatorian Ni Lar Way. Photos by Nate Whitchurch
Valedictorian Timothy Ryan, center, addresses his classmates; Gabriella Nakanjako presents the graduating class of 2019 and invites them to move their tassels; and the graduates file into the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Albany. Photos by Nate Whitchurch
Chancellor and Superintendent of Schools Giovanni Virgiglio, center, congratulates Estela Casas on his graduation, while Bishop Emeritus Howard J. Hubbard, right, hands out diploma to Uyen Tran. Photos by Nate Whitchurch
On Friday, June 26, Bishop Maginn High School in Albany held its annual commencement ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The graduation was one of the few live commencements held in the Diocese due to COVID-19 restrictions and the first by a diocesan high school. All 37 graduates and their families were required to wear face masks and practice social distancing; a limit was also placed on the amount of people allowed inside the Cathedral. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger delivered a speech to the students and led the blessing of the diplomas. “I want you to know you are never alone, the Lord walks with you wherever you go,” said the Bishop. - Emily Benson, staff writer. Taisha Porter receives her diploma and Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger gives the thumbs-up sign to Bishop Maginn graduates. Photos by Thomas Killips
On Friday, June 26, Bishop Maginn High School in Albany held its annual commencement ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The graduation was one of the few live commencements held in the Diocese due to COVID-19 restrictions and the first by a diocesan high school. All 37 graduates and their families were required to wear face masks and practice social distancing; a limit was also placed on the amount of people allowed inside the Cathedral. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger delivered a speech to the students and led the blessing of the diplomas. “I want you to know you are never alone, the Lord walks with you wherever you go,” said the Bishop. - Emily Benson, staff writer. The class of 2020 poses for a group photo. Photos by Thomas Killips
On Friday, June 26, Bishop Maginn High School in Albany held its annual commencement ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The graduation was one of the few live commencements held in the Diocese due to COVID-19 restrictions and the first by a diocesan high school. All 37 graduates and their families were required to wear face masks and practice social distancing; a limit was also placed on the amount of people allowed inside the Cathedral. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger delivered a speech to the students and led the blessing of the diplomas. “I want you to know you are never alone, the Lord walks with you wherever you go,” said the Bishop. - Emily Benson, staff writer. Members of the honor group, led by Hassani Hamilton, stand during commencement. Photos by Thomas Killips
On Friday, June 26, Bishop Maginn High School in Albany held its annual commencement ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The graduation was one of the few live commencements held in the Diocese due to COVID-19 restrictions and the first by a diocesan high school. All 37 graduates and their families were required to wear face masks and practice social distancing; a limit was also placed on the amount of people allowed inside the Cathedral. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger delivered a speech to the students and led the blessing of the diplomas. “I want you to know you are never alone, the Lord walks with you wherever you go,” said the Bishop. - Emily Benson, staff writer. CarolJulia Bernardino and her twin sister, CarolMaria, Bernardino after graduating from Bishop Maginn. They are one of three sets of twins in the graduating class. Photos by Thomas Killips
On Friday, June 26, Bishop Maginn High School in Albany held its annual commencement ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The graduation was one of the few live commencements held in the Diocese due to COVID-19 restrictions and the first by a diocesan high school. All 37 graduates and their families were required to wear face masks and practice social distancing; a limit was also placed on the amount of people allowed inside the Cathedral. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger delivered a speech to the students and led the blessing of the diplomas. “I want you to know you are never alone, the Lord walks with you wherever you go,” said the Bishop. - Emily Benson, staff writer. Salutatorian Tamia Cousins delivers her address. Photos by Thomas Killips
On Friday, June 26, Bishop Maginn High School in Albany held its annual commencement ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The graduation was one of the few live commencements held in the Diocese due to COVID-19 restrictions and the first by a diocesan high school. All 37 graduates and their families were required to wear face masks and practice social distancing; a limit was also placed on the amount of people allowed inside the Cathedral. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger delivered a speech to the students and led the blessing of the diplomas. “I want you to know you are never alone, the Lord walks with you wherever you go,” said the Bishop. - Emily Benson, staff writer. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger delivers remarks to the Bishop Maginn graduating class. Photos by Thomas Killips
On Friday, June 26, Bishop Maginn High School in Albany held its annual commencement ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The graduation was one of the few live commencements held in the Diocese due to COVID-19 restrictions and the first by a diocesan high school. All 37 graduates and their families were required to wear face masks and practice social distancing; a limit was also placed on the amount of people allowed inside the Cathedral. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger delivered a speech to the students and led the blessing of the diplomas. “I want you to know you are never alone, the Lord walks with you wherever you go,” said the Bishop. - Emily Benson, staff writer. Bishop Maginn graduates stand during commencement at the Cathedral. Photos by Thomas Killips
On Friday, June 26, Bishop Maginn High School in Albany held its annual commencement ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The graduation was one of the few live commencements held in the Diocese due to COVID-19 restrictions and the first by a diocesan high school. All 37 graduates and their families were required to wear face masks and practice social distancing; a limit was also placed on the amount of people allowed inside the Cathedral. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger delivered a speech to the students and led the blessing of the diplomas. “I want you to know you are never alone, the Lord walks with you wherever you go,” said the Bishop. - Emily Benson, staff writer. Anthony Davis photographs his girlfriend, Anastasia Abram-Skinner before the Bishop Maginn commencement ceremony. Photos by Thomas Killips
On Friday, June 26, Bishop Maginn High School in Albany held its annual commencement ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. The graduation was one of the few live commencements held in the Diocese due to COVID-19 restrictions and the first by a diocesan high school. All 37 graduates and their families were required to wear face masks and practice social distancing; a limit was also placed on the amount of people allowed inside the Cathedral. Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger delivered a speech to the students and led the blessing of the diplomas. “I want you to know you are never alone, the Lord walks with you wherever you go,” said the Bishop. - Emily Benson, staff writer. Valedictorian Gabriel Silverstein walks to the podium to deliver his address. Photos by Thomas Killips
Bishop Maginn High School celebrated its 44th - and last - Commencement Ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany on June 24. Due to low enrollment and financial struggles, the school announced earlier this year that it was closing its doors. The 26 graduates of the 2022 graduating class received nearly $500,000 in grants and scholarships for college. Scenes from the Bishop Maginn High School graduation. Patrick Dodson photos for The Evangelist
Bishop Maginn High School celebrated its 44th - and last - Commencement Ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany on June 24. Due to low enrollment and financial struggles, the school announced earlier this year that it was closing its doors. The 26 graduates of the 2022 graduating class received nearly $500,000 in grants and scholarships for college. Graduate Gabriella Baéz applauds with her classmates during the ceremony. Patrick Dodson photos for The Evangelist
Bishop Maginn High School celebrated its 44th - and last - Commencement Ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany on June 24. Due to low enrollment and financial struggles, the school announced earlier this year that it was closing its doors. The 26 graduates of the 2022 graduating class received nearly $500,000 in grants and scholarships for college. The graduates enter the Cathedral. Patrick Dodson photos for The Evangelist
Bishop Maginn High School celebrated its 44th - and last - Commencement Ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany on June 24. Due to low enrollment and financial struggles, the school announced earlier this year that it was closing its doors. The 26 graduates of the 2022 graduating class received nearly $500,000 in grants and scholarships for college. Valedictorian Nia Etienne delivers her speech. Patrick Dodson photos for The Evangelist
Bishop Maginn High School celebrated its 44th - and last - Commencement Ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany on June 24. Due to low enrollment and financial struggles, the school announced earlier this year that it was closing its doors. The 26 graduates of the 2022 graduating class received nearly $500,000 in grants and scholarships for college. The final graduation class of Bishop Maginn High School. Patrick Dodson photos for The Evangelist
Bishop Maginn High School celebrated its 44th - and last - Commencement Ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany on June 24. Due to low enrollment and financial struggles, the school announced earlier this year that it was closing its doors. The 26 graduates of the 2022 graduating class received nearly $500,000 in grants and scholarships for college. Family and friends document the day with their cell phones. Patrick Dodson photos for The Evangelist
Bishop Maginn High School celebrated its 44th - and last - Commencement Ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany on June 24. Due to low enrollment and financial struggles, the school announced earlier this year that it was closing its doors. The 26 graduates of the 2022 graduating class received nearly $500,000 in grants and scholarships for college. Imperess McDowell is surprised with balloons from her 9-year-old brother, Issa, at the 44th, and final, Bishop Maginn High School Commencement. Patrick Dodson photos for The Evangelist
Bishop Maginn High School celebrated its 44th - and last - Commencement Ceremony at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Albany on June 24. Due to low enrollment and financial struggles, the school announced earlier this year that it was closing its doors. The 26 graduates of the 2022 graduating class received nearly $500,000 in grants and scholarships for college. Salutatorian De’Mani Erice Moore receives her diploma. Patrick Dodson photos for The Evangelist