Enfield High School Senior Wins a Kia Soul

At Wednesday's class picnic, five Enfield High School seniors were given keys that would potentially unlock a brand new Kia Soul. Only one would work.

The winning key (after an initial false start) belonged to Nick DiProto, who received a loud ovation from his classmates as dealership owner Gary Rome swung open the door.

Criteria for eligibility included maintaining at least a "B" average, having no disciplinary action, excellent attendance and performing at least 40 hours of community service.

"I worked at Holy Family Church and played guitar in a folk group there," DiProto said. "I'm going to start at Asnuntuck Community College, and eventually I want to major in criminal justice and become a federal agent."

DiProto named Rob Barnes as the teacher who had the most effect on him; Rome presented Barnes with a $100 gas card.

Runners-up Brandon Andexler, Rebecca Labbe, Conor Sutphin and Ryan Zetterholm also received gas cards.

This was the fourth straight year Gary Rome Kia has sponsored the car giveaway; next year's contest will be conducted at Fermi High School.