Taylor Perillo is being recognized for her leadership and for her excellence in academics, athletics, and service. Taylor is an Honor Roll student, who demonstrates perseverance in her studies and has particularly enjoyed Spanish and History. Athletically, Taylor has been a four year varsity member of the compete and cheerleading teams, as well as the softball team. This year, she is also the captain of both teams, and in cheering, helped the Rockets to once again win the Middlesex League Championship, where they scored the highest overall at this year’s competition. In softball, Taylor has helped the team qualify for the tournament in consecutive years–most notably winning the Middlesex League in 2015 and then making it to the State Championship. Playing 3rd base and pitcher, Taylor was recognized as a Middlesex League All-Star in 2016 and is excited about this upcoming season. Taylor also finds time to volunteer as a Pop Warner cheerleading coach and has helped the A cheer team to qualify for the National Competition at Disney World. Next fall, Taylor will be attending college and pursuing a career in nursing. Congratulations, Taylor!
Ben Fischer is being recognized for his leadership and for his outstanding achievement in academics, athletics, and service. Ben is an Honor Roll student, who embraces the rigor of all of his classes here at RMHS and has particularly enjoyed the discussions and topics of History. Athletically, Ben has excelled as a four year member of the baseball and football teams, helping the Rockets to successful tournament runs during his time here at RMHS. Ben was also named as a Middlesex League All-Star in football and serves this year as one of the captains helping to lead the team to yet another Super Bowl appearance at Gillette Stadium. Beyond the walls of RMHS, Ben finds the time to volunteer with Special Olympics, helping children with disabilities to enjoy fun events such as bowling among other things. He also gives back to his community by serving as a Eucharistic Minister at St. Agnes Church. Next year, Ben will be attending college and will be pursuing a major in finance. Congratulations, Ben!