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Connetquot Class of 2024 Turns Asphalt Into Art On Senior Paint Day

Pictured: Connetquot High School seniors took part in the third annual senior paint day, creating one-of-a-kind parking spaces for the upcoming school year.

Photos courtesy of Connetquot Public Schools

On Aug. 24, Connetquot High School seniors gathered for the third annual senior paint day where students took to the pavement, creating colorful, creative designs on their individual parking spaces.

Connetquot Class of 2024 Turns Asphalt Into Art On Senior Paint Day

This year, with the help of brushes, stencils and paint rollers, 210 parking spots were transformed into colorful canvases. Paint day has become a highly anticipated event where oftentimes, students work together, along with family members and friends, to meticulously design and carry out their artistic vision.

Connetquot Class of 2024 Turns Asphalt Into Art On Senior Paint Day

Each student purchases their parking space earlier in the year, and the money raised helps to fund student activities throughout the school year.

Connetquot Class of 2024 Turns Asphalt Into Art On Senior Paint Day

Connetquot High School teachers and student government advisers Sal Piscitelli and Jennifer Piscitelli oversaw the day. “They’re really creative and take pride in their work,” said Jennifer, speaking of the students’ efforts. “It’s all student planned. They all collaborate with each other, and the parents get involved.”

Connetquot Class of 2024 Turns Asphalt Into Art On Senior Paint Day

The seniors are looking forward to using their spaces as they drive up on the first day of school on Sept. 6.

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