On Sunday afternoon, June 10th at Cross Insurance
Arena in Portland, 235 students from Windham High School crossed the stage to
receive their high school diplomas.
“Today’s ceremony is a celebration for all
of our graduates. This rite of passage is both a solemn and joyous occasion; it
marks the successes and struggles that each student has met while at Windham
High School,” was printed in the graduation program. This was exemplified in
each student who sat on the stage with different colored stoles, a variety of
pins signifying achievements and honors, colorful cords and medals earned at
sporting events.
The guest speaker was George McCrillis, a
volunteer, coach and mentor for many of the athletes at Windham High. He spoke
about his experiences volunteering with various organizations and meeting
important people there, including presidents.
Speeches were given by salutatorian John
Burnell, Logan Cropper, Danielle Meader, Elizabeth McBride and valedictorian
Dominic Agneta. They spoke of the past, present and future of the class of
2018. And Agneta, along with his three sisters, thanked Tony, his dog, for his
support. In a moving number, the senior choir sang “Live for Tomorrow”.
Principal Christopher Howell, who was attending
his last graduation as principal, before moving to the central office as
assistant superintendent, presented the class of 2018 and distributed the
diplomas. He was joined by superintendent Sandy Prince, RSU 14 School Committee
vice-chair Diana Froisland, vice principals Deborah McAfee and Philip Rossetti.
The class of 2018 traveled to Thomas
College for Project Graduation fun.
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