On Friday, May 5,16 preschool students in the LEAP Preschool graduated from the program, and were celebrated by their teachers and assistants, and by family and friends. Diplomas were conferred by José Ortiz, the LEAP Preschool Director, and by Professor Rochelle Newman. 

Student-athletes Brian Plummer (pictured at left), a member of the football team, and Kaila Charles, a member of the women's basketball team, served as commencement speakers, offering congratulations and advice to the graduates. Student acapella group PandamoniUM, provided live entertainment during the reception that followed the ceremony.

Read the BSOS featured story about LEAP Graduation here: https://bsos.umd.edu/featuredstory/3119!

For more information about LEAP and how to apply, visit: https://hespclinic.umd.edu/speech-language/apply-leap