Dieran Ruggerio is an accomplished high school graduate level artist with works displayed throughout campus. Mr. Ruggerio focuses on sea creatures set against watercolor and oil portraits. With a keen eye toward the systems of biology and living things, still life remains his muse. A love for woodworking is the catalyst that drives his academic choices and motivates him toward attending school with greater enthusiasm. The sounds, smells and feeling of the wood shop gives the sensation of a home away from home. Mr. Ruggerio has a passion for history, video games, and a combination of the two. His inherent knowledge about many topics, from politics to global conflicts both historical and contemporary. Make him a worthy opponent in many intellectual conversations. He can be soft spoken around strangers but can speak well about an array of topics. As an introvert, Mr. Ruggerio prefers to stay quiet and observe to gain maximum focus. Those who know him as a friend or a family member recognize his sensitive nature as being both caring and guarded. Associates appreciate his honest and genuine disposition. Never one to hold grudges, Mr. Ruggerio appreciates his wonderful classmates who were always very accepting and welcoming of him. Currently, Mr. Ruggerio is in preparations to graduate and move on to the next chapter of his life.