District: Pittsfield Public Schools Graduating seniors: 195 Valedictorian: Benjamin Vengalil Quote: "As I stand in front of you today, Iâm going to make each and every one of you a promise. As I make my way to that final point, every breath that I take, every step that I manage, and every word that crosses my lips will all be with the intention of making this world a better place. Valedictorian Benjamin Vengalil speaks at the Taconic High School graduation ceremony in Pittsfield. Photos by STEPHANIE ZOLLSHAN â THE BERKSHIRE EAGLE "Iâm telling you this because I want this speech to be an invitation. Today, I challenge each and every one of you to strive to make this world a better one - with every breath you take, with every step that you have, and with every word that crosses your lips."