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M'town High School South on Parade
The Eagles were well represented in the NY St. Patrick's Day Parade
From Middletown High School South ...
Under the direction of Music Director Michael Raguseo, the district was well represented at Saturday’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade with the South marching band, color guard, and cheerleaders entertaining the crowds up New York City's Fifth Avenue.
The Screaming Eagle Marching Band, led by drum majors Billy Belke, Samantha Peterson, and Michael DeSocio, played “The Thunderer” and “The Galway Piper,” accompanied by the color guard and cheerleaders waving green flags and pom poms.
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All wore smart green scarves emblazoned with a shamrock and the South logo.
“We were proud to represent the Middletown school district in this great New York City parade,” said Raguseo. “We had a great time and the kids did a fabulous job. My thanks go to all of the parent volunteers who helped make it a memorable day.”
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Members of the South contingent also included Interim Principal Patrick Rinella, Color Guard instructor Ashley Belke, Assistant Band Director Steven Koumoulis, Thompson Middle School Band Director Katherine Raguseo and Lynn Torres, cheerleading coach.
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