Class of 2016 graduates from CISD
Photo by Britne Hammons
The Canton High School Class of 2016 throw their hats into the air at the end of commencement ceremonies May 27.
The Canton High School Class of 2016 held commencement ceremonies Friday, May 27 at the CHS Auditorium.
Graduation ceremonies started with the Class of 2016 taking a look back into their past.
A video presentation of graduates through their school-age years was presented by Layne Bagheri, Giovanna Guerra and Catherine Irwin.
CHS Principal Jarrod Bitter welcomed graduates and their guests to the ceremony by saying that the class of 2016 had definitely “left their mark on CHS.”
“From the numerous championships in our athletic programs; to the excellence of the Fine Arts Program, our theater and One Act Play, our great band program and many other extra-curricular activities, the Class of 2016 has definitely left its mark on CHS,” Bitter said.
After a recognition of graduating honor students, Samantha Oakley delivered her salutatorian address.
“Our time at CISD started in 2003, the year that “Finding Nemo,” was released, George W. Bush was president, the fifth book of “Harry Potter,” was released and we embarked on a journey of a lifetime. Over time, we as a class have progressed and I want to quote the movie “Tangled,” that we, as a class need to “Go, and live your dreams.” Dreams should bear no boundaries. Consider the journey of completing a dream as an opportunity for growth.”
Oakes concluded by saying, “I urge you to keep finding your dreams and chase them freely. And go find your dream.”
Valedictorian Emily Nicks offered a humorous and uplifting speech to her peers.
“Our class motto perfectly sums up the Class of 2016. If it is due tomorrow, then do it tomorrow,” she said.
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