June 26, 2025 Madison & Killingworth Vol. XXX Iss. 26
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HKHS Class of 2025 Looks Ahead By Aaron Rubin Staff Writer
The Haddam-Killingworth High School (HKHS) Class of 2025 celebrated their graduation on Wednesday, June 11, inspired by the words of their fellow graduates to persist through life’s challenges, strive for success,
and remember the community that helped shape them. The ceremony began with class leaders delivering brief speeches based on quotes that resonated with them personally and reflected on their four years at HKHS. The first to speak was Bryce Leiberman, who opened his remarks with the quote,
“You don’t have to save the world. Just be kind, be present, and help where you can.” Leiberman said the words stood out to him because they reflect what he sees as the most important takeaway from high school — that daily acts of kindness matter more than farSee HKHS Class of 2025 page 8
Digging In Participants dig for clams and oysters at Garvan Point, also known as the Surf Club’s Boat Beach, during the Madison Community Clam Dig on June 21. The annual event, hosted by the Madison Shellfish Commission, allowed up to a quarter bushel per person.
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Karina Mendez-Keil is bringing creativity and energy to her Spanish classes.............................2
Securing a Title The Hand boys’ tennis team took down Avon in the state championship match to secure its first state title in seven years........18
A Travelogue Liz Egan kicks off a multi-part series recounting her travels with Con Brio..............................29