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Surprise Squad honors student balancing 4.0 GPA, cheer captain role, and part-time job
Surprise squadMay 27
Surprise Squad honors student balancing 4.0 GPA, cheer captain role, and part-time job
The Gary Rome Auto Group Surprise Squad broke tradition to honor a sophomore instead of a senior for its monthly Super Student award.
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Granby super student taking to the skies with Surprise Squad
Surprise squadApr 23
Granby super student taking to the skies with Surprise Squad
We held our breath as the super student walked through the door, met with overwhelming applause and love.
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Surprise Squad honors a natural born leader at Duggan Academy
Surprise squadMar 25
Surprise Squad honors a natural born leader at Duggan Academy
The Gary Rome Auto Group Surprise Squad is back to tell you the story of a senior at Duggan Academy in Springfield.
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Surprise Squad honors Chicopee student inspiring classmates through example
Surprise squadJan 21
Surprise Squad honors Chicopee student inspiring classmates through example
Martinez’s dedication to helping others began at age five when she wanted to raise money for Shriner’s Hospital.
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Surprise Squad honors Greenfield student for helping classmates, community
Surprise squadDec 17, 2025
Surprise Squad honors Greenfield student for helping classmates, community
The Gary Rome Auto Group Surprise Squad surprised Greenfield High School student Nate Woodard with a $1,000 scholarship and recognition as December’s Super Student for going above and beyond for his school, community, and city.
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