Dighton-Rehoboth Grads Look to the Future

Dighton-Rehoboth High School Seniors Alexander Tomellini and Graeme Sullivan will address their fellow graduates on June 11.

Tomellini, the Valedictorian of the Class of 2022, will be attending Worcester Polytechnic Institute in the fall, where he plans to study computer engineering. Tomellini served as Captain of the school’s wrestling team as well as Captain of the volleyball team. He was also a member of the chemistry club and the National Honor Society.

Sullivan, the Salutatorian, will be attending UMASS Amherst College of Engineering. Sullivan is a four-year, three season distance runner and a three season Track and Cross Country Captain. “Everyone is driven to achieve similar things,” Sullivan explained. “Everybody pushes each other to their fullest.”

Tomellini experienced a lot of personal growth during his time at the high school. “I got a lot better at talking to people,” Tomellini said, noting he was proud of his ability to recruit new members for the wrestling and volleyball teams.

Sullivan advises next year’s seniors to “have fun” and “make the most of a great opportunity.”

Tomellini advises them to take elective classes and enjoy their final year of high school.

Tomellini and Sullivan realize they have come a long way in the last four years. They are ready to take on new challenges.

“I’m excited to graduate,” Tomellini said. “High school was a lot of fun but I’m ready for it to be over.”

Sullivan is “nervous” and “excited” about graduating from Dighton-Rehoboth. “I’m excited to see where the future takes me,” Sullivan added.