University . These achievements led to a career spanning the worlds of finance , operations , real estate , and law . He credits his success to his family and his Jesuit education .
“ I believe that the various educational and social experiences that you acquired at Fordham Prep have more than adequately prepared you for your college years and later as you pursue a career path that will ultimately lead to the realization of your passion . Bon chance ,” he continued , honoring his Haitian heritage , “ and God bless every member of this stellar Class of 2024 .”
Diplomas and special awards were conferred to the graduates before Petriello and Fordham Prep President Anthony Day took a moment to honor retirees Dr . Martin Carney , Teresa Faustini P ’ 06 ,’ 10 , Paul Homer , Pete McNamara P ’ 11 ,’ 12 ,’ 17 , and Dr . Patricia Morris . A ram sculpture was bestowed upon each retiree as a token of our appreciation for their combined 186 years of service to Fordham Prep .*
Before the recessional , Day reminded the Class of 2024 of their newly minted status and responsibility as members of the long maroon line of alumni .
“ Now we send you off to take all that you have learned and experienced at Fordham Prep into a world that needs your kindness , your compassion , your leadership , your spiritual grounding , and your intellect ,” he remarked . “ You are the hope we long to see .”
* Read more about our retirees on page 42 .
TOP : Ram statuettes were presented to this year ’ s retirees at graduation . MIDDLE AND BOTTOM : Graduates of the Class of 2024 pose on the steps of St . Patrick ’ s Cathedral .
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