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Arena Welcomes Ocean County's Unsung Heroes

High School East 2024 Unsung Hero Alyssa Garris
High School East 2024 Unsung Hero Alyssa Garris

High School North 2024 Unsung Hero Taylor Ardis
High School North 2024 Unsung Hero Taylor Ardis

High School South 2024 Unsung Hero Sandra DeBruycker

High School South 2024 Unsung Hero Sandra DeBruycker

Mike Citta and Geralyn Gallucci
Superintendent Michael Citta provided words of thanks and encouragement to this year's Unsung Heroes, while his administrative assistant Geralyn Gallucci played a huge role in planning, orchestrating, and setting up the event.

May 22, 2024-- Like last year, RWJBarnabas Health Arena was the site for Unsung Heroes, an event from the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office that recognizes and honors youth from Ocean County who have overcome adversity and/or who demonstrate a unique resolve and other commendable virtues.

Yesterday, 27 young adults were joined by their family members and their school-based advocate for a moving and inspiring ceremony. High School North's band provided music; pre-show patriotism was provided by the district's Junior ROTC program; and T.E.A.M. volunteers were on hand to help out.

Also on hand to document the affair was High School East teacher Allison Goodwin, whose photos are featured here.

Congratulations to the 2024 Unsung Heroes from High School East, High School North, High School South, and throughout schools in Ocean County!