Connetquot High School is proud to announce the Class of 2025 Valedictorian, Alexander DeVita, and Salutatorian, Valentina Gutierrez, for their exceptional academic achievements.

Throughout his time in Connetquot, valedictorian Alexander DeVita stood out for his strong academic performance and leadership both in and out of the classroom. Alexander is an Eagle Scout, a National Merit Scholar Finalist and was also a U.S. Department of Education Presidential Scholar Candidate. He served as president of both the National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society. He was also the vice president of the Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society. Throughout his high school career, Alexander was also a member of the school’s chamber orchestra. Alexander will attend Stony Brook University in the fall, where he plans to major in Pre-Medicine.

Salutatorian Valentina Gutierrez demonstrated remarkable dedication across a wide range of academic and extracurricular pursuits. She served as the public relations officer for the Science National Honor Society and was a member of the National Honor Society, World Language Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society, Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society and English Honor Society. Valentina will attend St. Joseph’s University in the fall to pursue a degree in Nursing.

The Connetquot Central School District extends its heartfelt congratulations to Alexander and Valentina for their hard work, commitment and achievements and looks forward to all they will accomplish in the future!

Date Added: 5/6/2025