On the 1-year anniversary of the tragedy in Parkland, we remember the 17 souls that were taken from us in a brutal act of violence. They were bright lights with bright futures – the kind of young men and women that made me proud to represent the state of Florida. #MSDStrong
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Today we remember Gina Montalto, 14. Gina was a freshman and member of the winter guard team. Gina’s father Tony Montalto is the president of Stand with Parkland, an organization founded by all 17 victims’ parents.
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Today we remember Joaquin Oliver, 17. Known as “Guac” to friends and family, he loved sports and graffiti and was a beloved son to his parents.
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Today we remember Alaina Petty, 14. Alaina had a servant’s heart. After Hurricane Irma, I met her family when they volunteered to help storm victims. Her father,
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Today we remember Meadow Pollack, 18. Meadow was an extremely smart young lady. Her father,
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Today we remember Helena Ramsay, 17. Helena was an incredibly smart young girl who participated in many school activities. She cared deeply about her community and other communities in FL. She went to Orl for a concert after the Pulse night club shooting to support the community.
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Today we remember Alex Schachter, 14. Alex was a great young man and a talented trombone player in the MSD marching band. His father Max has been part of the MSD School Safety Commission and has been a powerful voice to prevent future tragedies.
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Today we remember Carmen Schentrup, 16. Carmen was a dedicated student who was driven to become a medical researcher and find a cure for ALS. Both her parents Philip & April and her siblings Robert & Evelyn are all focused on activism nationwide.
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Today we remember Peter Wang, 15. Peter dreamed of being a soldier and was posthumously accepted to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. Peter risked his life to save his classmates and was awarded with the Medal of Heroism award.
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Nothing we say can bring back the lives that were lost. Nothing we do can replace the angels of MSD High School that were taken from us too soon. But we must honor their memory every day.
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