As a result of a slight change in the usual Sayville High School’s character-recognition program, the fall and spring ceremonies were combined into one larger celebration in which thirty students were honored.  Nothing else about the lovely Breakfast of Champions ceremony had been changed except, of course, the names of the recipients. High School Assistant Principal Jillian Makris noted in her opening address that a significant portion of this year's nominees had siblings or cousins who had also received this award in the past, proving her point that positive family influences and support are strong in nurturing good character.

Still, “character is a choice, “Ms. Makris added. “Each and every student here this morning exemplifies outstanding character;” who have consistently demonstrated that they are “kind, compassionate, friendly, and hardworking,” within the High School community.” Extolling the virtues of the Spring Breakfast of Champions recipients, Ms. Makris spoke eloquently in her opening statement. “They are role models,” she continued, who “through their positive conduct have made a difference in the lives of others and provided the essential components for a successful High School Community.”

One at a time during the recognition ceremony, the educators called up their nominees and presented them with touching personalized statements, along with certificates and Breakfast of Champions plaques-- their portraits on a Wheaties Box background created by Tech teachers Cross and Vogel. 

After all the honorees were recognized, the breakfast—scrambled eggs, scrambled eggs’ n cheese, bacon, sausage patties, fresh fruit bowl, assorted bagels, and rolls along with beverages—was served with a smile by the Sayville Food Service. A special thanks go to the members of the Sayville String Quartet and Mr. Ari Kramer for the lovely musical interludes.

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