Friday, June 26, 2026

Bogota High School Class of 2026

 
26-June-2026
  On Wednesday-24-June, the Bogota High School Class of 2026 held their Commencement Ceremony on Feigel Field. High School Principal Dr. Jeannie Paz welcomed the attendees to the 99th graduating class in the school's history with 97 Seniors.
 The program started with Mr. David Beria giving the Flag Salute. Next was Mr. Jared Clark leading the National Anthem.
This was followed by Principal Paz's message to the Students to stay curious, keep your integrity. Take risks, pursue your dreams and be kind & have compassion.
 Dr. Paz then introduced Superintendent of Bogota Schools Mr. Damian Kennedy. He opened about the challenges and worries of when this day will come…that the New York Knicks are NBA Champions. He congratulated the Students in saying that the 97 Seniors had 128 acceptances from Colleges, Universities and Technical Schools. With over 14 million dollars in Scholarships and awards. Superintendent Kennedy continued by saying each path has opportunities if you just show up. Be there for the people around you and yourself.
 The next speaker was the Salutatorian Mr. Hussain Salam. He talked about ending being nonchalant. This can be done by not worrying about the "what-ifs" and reflex on what has happen and what can happen.
  Next the Bogota Concert Band played “How to Train Your Dragon” under the direction of Ms. Bernadette Duran.
 This was followed by Mr. Ariel Ferrera BHS Class of 2016. He said he has gone from cooking French Fries, and organizing shopping carts, to designing rocket engines and working with nuclear fusion. He added that a way to be successful is to take a path that may seem harder, and find yourself during the journey, not when you get there.
 In her Valedictorian address Ms. Ana Michel had inspiration from her Parents for helping to guide her to this point. Ms. Michel also asked her classmates to let go the standards of others. Choose your own happiness. Believe in yourself, remember where you came from, even the smallest moments in your life.
 This was followed by the Bogota High School Choir singing " Time of Your Life" under the Direction of Mr. Michael Prachthauser.
 Then all the Seniors of the Class of 2026 would be presented with their Diplomas.
 Members of the Student Council, Ms. Serene Abdel-Aziz, Ms. Ana Michel, Ms. Jasmine Tineo and Ms. Cristina Ter-Meliksetian led the Graduates in the Ephebic Oath. Then they announced their class gift to the school will be a new podium to be used in the school Auditorium and other High School events.
 Ms. Alexandra Soriano led the Graduates in singing of the Alma Mater. 
 Then Class President Ms. Serene Abdel-Aziz led the Graduates in moving their tassels from the right to the left, as they counted down for the cap toss signaling, they have become the latest Alumni of the Bogota High School.

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Thursday, June 25, 2026

Fifth Grade Promotion Class of 2026

 
25-June-2026
  On Wednesday-24-June, the Lillian M. Steen School in Bogota held their Fifth-Grade Promotion Ceremony for the Class of 2026.
 With the Redistricting of the Elementary Schools for this school year the fifth-grade class had a total of 90 Students. They moved the ceremony to Feigel Field. With the stage place in the centre of the field, the seats for Family and Friends were placed on the playing surface.
 This year the Fourth-Grade class also attended the event while sitting in the Grandstand.
 The morning started with Principal Kelly DeCongelio welcoming those in attendance.
 Then Mr. Landon Martinez, Mr. Liam Sosa, Mr. Kayden Cabrera-Reyes, and Mr. Levi Hernandez led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. This was followed by all the Students singing, and signing, America the Beautiful. This included the Seven Teachers signing the words to the music.
 Superintendent Mr. Damian Kennedy asked the Students to consider the achievements of this year's Senior Class. He added that they should learn, work hard, try new things, dream big, and believe in themselves.
 In Principal DeCongelio said this year's fifth grade class, learned, took on challenges, and found strength with their fellow classmates. She asked them to bring the kindness, respect, and perseverance into the Middle School next school year.
 Then the Student Speakers addressed the audience. They were Ms. Emma Loza and Ms. Alvi Ahmed, they talked about their experience at Steen School. From their first days at the school making new friendships, learning new ideas, and watching each other grow-up. Plus remembering all activities, they shared during their Fifth-Grade year.
  Fifth Grade Teachers Ms. Pat Candelaria, and Ms. Kelly Jones stepped on stage, and asked a number of Students to come forward. Then groups of Students used the microphone to thank all the members of the Staff and Faculty for their work on keeping the building clean and safe, bringing them to the fieldtrips, making sure they received a healthy lunch, and helping them get a forgotten book, or instruments, that Parents needed to bring to the school. This was followed by the class singing "You've Got a Friend” accompanied by Ms. Arianna Dellosa on keyboard.
  Finally, the time came to have the 2026 Fifth Grade Class of the Lillian M. Steen school receive their Certificates of Promotion from Principal DeCongelio. When the final certificate was presented, Ms. Morgan Parente introduced Students Ms. Leilana Ortiz, Ms. Kali Holland, and Mr. Christopher Arguello to give the Parent Dedication while each Student was given a red rose to be presented to their Family. This was followed by the Students joining their Families after the recessional to begin the next phase of their Academic Careers.
                     

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Weekend Events

25-June-2026

Some events happening in and around Bogota and Ridgefield Park for the weekend starting Thursday-25-June.

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The Borough has started a Hometown Heroes Banner program. This will allow residents of Bogota to honor a family member who serviced in the Armed Servies. The cost of a banners will be $150.00 payable to the Borough of Bogota. For more information, and details please contact the Borough Clerk at 201342-1736 ex 235. or by email at:  clerk@bogotaonline.org


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Thursday25-June
The Bogota Public Library will host a Unearth a Story craft workshop.at starting 4:00p.
This will take place at the second-floor Senior Center. Registrations are required.  For more information about this and other Library events visit their website at:  http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org


  





The Borough of Bogota will hold their regular meeting starting at 7:30p. This will be in the Council Chambers on the second floor, located at 375 Larch Avenue. This is open to the Public
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Friday-26-June
Bogota

The Bogota Public Library will host Kids Bingo at 3:30p This will take place at the second floor Senior Center.  
Registrations are required. 
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The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. 
 
                



 The Bogota Public Library will have their Saturday Storytime at 11:00a. It will be held in the second floor Seniors Centre. It is open to the Public.  For more information please about this and other Library events visit their website at:  http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ.  
  
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Monday-29-June
Bogota
 Bogota Summer Camp will begin. This will continue until Tuesday- 7-August for Student ages 5 to 12 years. Times are Monday to Thursday 9:00a to 3:30p, Friday 9:00a to 1:30p. For more information contact: jmawer@bogotaonline.org 








Monday-29-June
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Monday-29-June
Bogota

The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. 
 
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Tuesday-30-June
Bogota
The Bogota Public Library will host a unique creaters event  starting  at 6:30p. Reservations required. For more information about this and other Library events visit their website at: http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. 
       
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 The Bogota Public Library will have "Tiny But Mighty" story time reading starting at 10:30a. This is for Children ages 3 three years and younger. This will include stories and songs. For more information, and to register please about this and other Library events visit their website at: http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. 
 
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 The Bogota Public Library will host the Crochet Club starting at 6:00p.  This will be held in the Senior Centre on the second fl. of 375 Larch Ave. For more information, and to register please about this and other Library events visit their website at: http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
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