Port Byron Central School District

As the Port Byron Class of 2025 prepares to graduate and step into the next chapter, we’re proud to celebrate the accomplishments and future plans of our top 10 students. Each of them will leave a lasting impact on our school community—and they're just getting started. (students listed alphabetically)

Richard Beach plans to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering. His favorite high school memory is competing at the indoor track state qualifiers at Cornell University.

Raegan Dillon is heading to SUNY Oswego to study Psychology and become a school psychologist. She’ll miss time spent with friends and teachers, as well as fun school activities like field trips and pep rallies.

Alex Doerle will study Landscape Architecture at SUNY ESF. One of his favorite memories is enjoying prom and after prom with friends.

Marlena Doerle, Salutatorian, is off to SUNY Brockport to study Kinesiology and eventually become an occupational therapist. She’ll miss seeing friends, her teachers, and playing sports. Her favorite memory is earning the Seal of Biliteracy.

Brennan Hare, Valedictorian, is heading to the University of Rochester to study History with the goal of becoming an archivist. Hare will miss seeing their teachers every day.

Raegan Harter is planning to pursue a BS in Forensic Science with a concentration in Biology at the University of New Haven. She then wants to go on to medical school to become a forensic pathologist. She has enjoyed every moment of the New Visions Medical Professions program and is excited about what’s next.

Dylan Howell plans to major in Mechanical Engineering at SUNY Polytechnic Institute. He’ll miss attending sports games and school music concerts.

Ella Jorgensen plans to attend Le Moyne College for Nursing. She’ll miss the excitement of sporting events and stopping by Mr. Barber and Mrs. Pirozzolo’s offices to chat—and, of course, grab some candy.

Bethany Jump will study Civil Engineering at Clarkson University and play softball. Her dream is to one day work for Disney. She’ll miss her teachers, friends, and all the clubs and sports she was involved in.

Jenna Jump will attend Dominican University to study Pre-Athletic Training while continuing to bowl and play softball. Her favorite high school memory? Watching teachers get pied in the face during a pep rally.