St. Philip Neri School held its eighth-grade graduation ceremony honoring the class of 2009. A graduation Mass was held at St. Philip Neri Church followed by a reception in the hall.

Of the 62 graduates, 16 were accepted into Catholic high schools.

Diplomas and awards were presented by St. Philip Neri's pastor and associate pastor, the Revs. Dale Picarella and John Lippold, respectively, Principal Shirley T. Wise and Assistant Principal Cynthia Stewart.

The following students were awarded for educational excellence.

The Presidential Award for Education Excellence was awarded to students who achieved a grade point...