2025 Graduate Justin Pina
Popular Excel High senior, nineteen-year-old Justin Pina, can almost make it look easy. Graduating with a 3.7 grade point average, the oldest of four boys, he is headed to Bridgewater State University in the fall, one school among many where he was accepted. “I went to the Condon, 1-8, and then Excel, 9-12, so have only been in South Boston. [...]
Meet the Graduate: Brenny O’Brien
By Carol Masshardt Boston Arts Academy and South Boston’s Brenny O’Brien have proven to be one good fit. She graduated with Honors in Theatre and Community Service, and a proud record of achievement. “When I was 3 years old, I saw a play and said, ‘I’m going to do that.’ I started performing at 4 and had my first professional [...]
Meet the Graduate: Devoney DeBarros
By Carol Masshardt Eighteen-year-old Devoney DeBarros, from South Boston, is graduating from Madison Park Technical Vocational School with an impressive record. A Herald-recognized Scholar-Athlete, he will soon graduate with recognition/honors in Math, College Writing, Biology and History. There is more still to know about and celebrate this senior, headed to Wentworth in the fall. “My dream is to make my [...]
Councilor Flynn to Hold CPA Information Session June 11th, 5:30-7pm
City Councilor Ed Flynn will host his annual Community Preservation Act (CPA) Information Session in partnership with the CPA Team on Wednesday, June 11th from 5:30pm-7pm in the cafeteria of Tynan Elementary School. This session is an opportunity to explore how residents can use CPA funds and learn how to preserve or create impactful projects in their communities. While South [...]
2025 Graduate Callie Eastman
Graduating from the Boston Latin School, 18 year old Callie Eastman is headed to Louisiana State University (LSU) to begin a new adventure. Any sprots team would be fortunate to have her in the stands as a loyal and enthusiastic fan, and she expects her new environment will offer that and more! “I chose LSU in part because of the [...]
2025 Graduates: Meet Cate Martin
By Carol Masshardt “In my opinion, my class is the best in the world,” said Catherine “Cate” Martin. Soon to graduate from Excel High School with a 4.02 grade point average, her accomplishments and talents are beyond what grades can measure. It is easy to imagine that the spunk, thoughtfulness, wit, and artistic ability will carry this UMass-Boston bound and [...]