GOOD JOB! — Graduate Marco Antonio Marquez-Bello gets a congratulatory hug following the ceremony at East Montgomery High School. (Hugh Martin/The Courier-Tribune)
By Hugh Martin
biscoewriter@yahoo.com
TROY — Montgomery County Schools held graduation exercises at the three high schools on Friday and Saturday, June 13-14, with 290 graduates receiving their diplomas.
The Montgomery Learning Academy held its ceremony Friday at the East Montgomery High School Auditorium; 29 seniors crossed the stage.
Senior Class Representative Aimee Altunar-Dominguez led the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by Cassidy Barnes, who shared some inspirational thoughts.
Principal John Beard welcomed those present and introduced the guest speaker, Attorney Walter “Butch” Jenkins of Biscoe.
Following the confirmation of the candidates, Ericka Shaw gave a closing prayer.
After dodging a severe thunderstorm Friday evening, West Montgomery High School awarded diplomas to 127 seniors.
Attendees were welcomed by Brad Absher. Salutatorian Kaylan Galloway and Valedictorian Lauren Morris each spoke to the Warrior Class of 2014.
Diplomas were awarded by Principal Jack Cagle, Assistant Principal Cindy Sweet, counselors Telena Gooch and Ken Neal, Montgomery County Board of Education Vice Chair Tommy Blake and Dr. Jeff James, assistant superintendent of Learning for Montgomery County Schools.
Closing words were spoken by Brandon Scott.
A warm and sunny Saturday morning greeted graduates at East Montgomery High School.
Senior Class President Madison Chappell led the 134 seniors in the Pledge of Allegiance. Meghan Johnson, Salutatorian, welcomed those in attendance, followed by the Valedictory Address by Mallory Blake.
Diplomas were awarded by Principal Heather Seawell, Assistant Principal Tim Addis, Dr. Jeff James and Montgomery County Board of Education Chair Steve DeBerry.
In closing, Marissa Alvarez wished for the graduates’ skies to “always be Eagle Blue.”
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