3️⃣ | Graduating third in Binghamton High School's Class of 2026 is Miranda Chiguma! Miranda is headed to Harvard in the fall to study government & computer science. She kept very busy during her time at BHS: she was the founder of Advocates for Educational Equality, and was a member of Student Government, National Honor Society, Sisterz 4 Sisters, Orchestra, Band, and Tri-M Music Honor Society. Miranda also volunteered at the Prom Dress Fashion Show, Thanksgiving Community Dinner, Noah Farley Run, Binghamton High School Distinguished Graduates' Dinner, & worked on a local political campaign. She tells future BHS students to believe in themselves & their potential, no matter what. Congratulations, Miranda! #BPatriotProud
🎓 | Shoutout to Oliver Rouse, today's Senior Spotlight! Oliver plans to study Criminal Justice, Psychology, & Law as he works to become a police officer and then a lawyer. He says his favorite memories at BHS are visiting with Ms. Jackie in Mr. Clarke's office in the mornings. Congratulations, Oliver! #BPatriotProud
😮 THROWBACK THURSDAY | You've just traveled back in time 115 years to see the predecessor to Thomas Jefferson Elementary! The Helen Street School stood right next door to the location of the current building. The old school was abandoned in 1916; Thomas Jefferson was formerly dedicated in May of 1917. #BPatriotProud
Photo of Helen St. School courtesy of Historic Binghamton.
4️⃣ | Graduating at Number 4 in the Class of 2026 is Eva DiNunzio Welch! In addition to her tremendous success in the classroom, Eva is also a decorated athlete outside of it. She is a two-time Section IV champion in indoor track & this spring became the first girls runner in school history to win three individual track & field Sectional titles! Eva plans to run at Division I Lehigh University in the fall where she will study chemical engineering. She encourages future BHS students to get involved in as many activities at school as possible. Congratulations, Eva! #BPatriotProud
🎓 | Today's Senior Spotlight is Madyson Wilbur! Madyson is planning to attend college in the fall to study Human Services as she works towards her goal of becoming a social worker. Congratulations, Madyson! #BPatriotProud
🖊️ | Congratulations to our BHS students who are entering the workforce! 19 Binghamton students made their new jobs official at BOCES annual Signing Day. #BPatriotProud
5️⃣ | We've reached the top 5 in our Top 25 countdown! Cassidy Eckhardt is planning to study at the University of Virginia in the fall. At BHS, she was the Class of 2026 Secretary, and participated in Math Honor Society, Mathletes, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Science Honor Society, Science Olympiad, Tri-M Music Honor Society, and was captain of the Girls Varsity Tennis team. She adds that the people she's been surrounded by at Binghamton have pushed her to work harder and become more confident. Congratulations, Cassidy! #BPatriotProud
🖍️ | First graders from Thomas Jefferson are sending some colorful love to children in need. The students save 41 pounds of crayons; instead of going to the landfill they'll be recycled into new crayons which will be donated to children in hospitals across the country. Talk about TJ All Stars - way to go! #BPatriotProud
🎓 | The Senior Spotlight hits Noah Corey today! Noah is entering the workforce upon graduation from BHS, landing a job at BAE Systems. He participated in wrestling & volleyball at Binghamton and says a favorite memory from his time in high school is going to Sectionals in 2025. Congratulations, Noah! #BPatriotProud
🎓 | Congratulations to John Steed, the feature of today's Senior Spotlight! John plans to attend SUNY Broome in the fall to study Business. He was a member of National Honor Society & Business Honor Society at Binghamton High School. He also ran cross country, indoor track, & track and field during his time at BHS. Congratulations, John! #BPatriotProud
6️⃣ | Joshua Sharak is graduating at Number 6 in the Class of 2026! Josh played baseball & soccer and was also a member of National Honor Society at BHS. He tells future Binghamton students to make sure they don't take their time at the high school for granted. Josh will attend Binghamton University in the fall to study mechanical engineering. Congratulations, Josh! #BPatriotProud
7️⃣ | Another day, another Donahue in the Top 25! Joining her sister in the top-10 is Kaitlyn Donahue, who graduates 7th in the Class of 2026. Kaitlyn plans to study Biology at Binghamton University this fall. While at BHS, she was a member of the lacrosse & cheer teams as well as National Honor Society, Math Honor Society, Mathletes, SADD, & Student Government. She also volunteered with the Harper Stantz Community Clean-Up, the BHS Thanksgiving Dinner, & Freshman Orientation. Her advice for new BHS students: don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and try new things! Congratulations, Kaitlyn! #BPatriotProud
8️⃣ | Alaina Donahue is Number 8 in Binghamton High School's Class of 2026! A stand-out lacrosse player at BHS, Alaina is taking her talents to Lebanon Valley College where she will play for the Flying Dutchmen while studying to be a nurse. She was also a member of Student Government, SADD, National Honor Society, Mathletes, Math Honor Society, & Cheer at BHS. She says her time at Binghamton has helped her become more responsible and taught her the importance of community. Congratulations, Alaina! #BPatriotProud
🍦 | I scream, you scream, we all scream for the Class of 2029! Visit Sugar Lips this Monday and a portion of all sales will be donated to support the Class of 2029! #BPatriotProud
9️⃣ | Graduating 9th in the Class of 2026 is Hannah Jang! Hannah is headed to Binghamton University in the fall on a Pre-Med track. She stayed VERY busy at BHS as a member of Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Tri-M Honor Society, Medical Club, Polaris Press Newspaper Club, Asian Cultural Club, National Honor Society, and Mathletes. She reminds new & future BHS students to take advantage of the many opportunities the school offers. Congratulations, Hannah! #BPatriotProud
❤️💛💚 | On Juneteenth, let us all celebrate, reflect, & continue the march to a more equitable future for all. #BPatriotProud
🏛️ | Mrs. Vesci's class presented the annual TJ Living Wax Museum today! Students researched and performed as notable people throughout history including Cleopatra, the Wright Brothers, Rosa Parks, Bruce Lee, John Lennon, and of course Thomas Jefferson. Great work by our third graders! #BPatriotProud
1️⃣0️⃣ | We've reached the Top 10 in our Top 25 countdown! Hunt Chio is headed to Syracuse University in the fall. At Binghamton High School he was President of Asian Cultural Club, Vice-President of Science Honor Society, Secretary of Math Honor Society. Hunt also participated in several BHS music groups, Science Olympiad, Mathletes, volleyball, theatre, and Prom Dress Fashion Show. His advice to new BHS students is to give any extracurricular a try and stick with the ones that pique their interest. Congratulations, Hunt! #BPatriotProud
🎓 | We're highlighting Nazarah Henry in today's Senior Spotlight! Nazarah was a member of the Cheer team, Student Government, and National Honor Society while at Binghamton High School. She's planning to study biochemistry in the fall as she pursues as a career as a neurosurgeon. Congratulations, Nazarah! #BPatriotProud
1️⃣1️⃣ | Today's Top 25 graduate feature is Justin Katz! Justin was involved in volleyball, wrestling, Tech Club, Environmental Club, & Coding Club at BHS and is headed to college in the fall. He also volunteered his time with the Harper Stantz Clean-Up, voter engagement efforts, and organizing community events. He says being able to help place a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington, VA during a school trip is a memory that he will always carry with him from his time in high school. Congratulations, Justin! #BPatriotProud
