‘One Day Only A Lesson’
Bethany Hipple, Salutatorian, and Matt Reinhart, Valedictorian, lead their class in a procession during Montgomery's graduation June 6 at the Athletic and Community Center.
MONTGOMERY – Following the “Pomp and Circumstance” processional the 110th annual commencement exercises were held Friday evening for Montgomery High School at their Athletic and Community Center and welcomed 65 graduating seniors.
After the national anthem was sung by senior members of Virtuoso, Hannah Umpstead gave the opening speech with a challenging proposal for her fellow classmates to take every lesson and memory from Montgomery High and go onto a career, higher learning or the military. Be productive and live each day as if it were a life lesson. “Our 13 years here will soon be only memories.”
Valedictorian, Matt Reinhart quoted Dr. Seuss and gave accolades to his fellow students who made the most impact during his time in school. “Thank you for keeping me going throughout the day,” he told them. His words of wisdom expressed, “Regret nothing, have a story to tell, and don’t forget what these walls of Montgomery have taught you. Today is our day, and we part for the last time.”
Salutatorian, Bethany Hipple, took the stage and encouraged her peers to cherish and live in the present, slow down and appreciate things. “We won’t be here long,” she said. “You’re going to miss someone or something from the unity of a small school. Stop wishing to be somewhere else. Those around you are part of here and now, and not to be taken for granted.” She said these are lessons she learned early in life.
The ceremony concluded with some encouraging words for success from Superintendent Daphne Bowers. “Take action. You have the choice,” she said and compared their journey to a race, that of triple crown winner race horse winner, ‘California Chrome’. “A young colt that made history, and now you can begin the race of your life and be ready for the opportunity when it comes.”
Keynote speaker, Judy Kuhns-Hasting from the class of 1962 and a nurse for 50 years, drove 625 miles to address the class. “You have to show up for your life and meet the unexpected joys and sorrows,” she announced. She ended her speech by relaying four good qualities to possess: peace, clarity, compassion, and courage. “Try to live in the heart of life,” said Hasting.
‘One Day Only A Lesson’
Bethany Hipple, Salutatorian, and Matt Reinhart, Valedictorian, lead their class in a procession during Montgomery's graduation June 6 at the Athletic and Community Center.
MONTGOMERY – Following the “Pomp and Circumstance” processional the 110th annual commencement exercises were held Friday evening for Montgomery High School at their Athletic and Community Center and welcomed 65 graduating seniors.
After the national anthem was sung by senior members of Virtuoso, Hannah Umpstead gave the opening speech with a challenging proposal for her fellow classmates to take every lesson and memory from Montgomery High and go onto a career, higher learning or the military. Be productive and live each day as if it were a life lesson. “Our 13 years here will soon be only memories.”
Valedictorian, Matt Reinhart quoted Dr. Seuss and gave accolades to his fellow students who made the most impact during his time in school. “Thank you for keeping me going throughout the day,” he told them. His words of wisdom expressed, “Regret nothing, have a story to tell, and don’t forget what these walls of Montgomery have taught you. Today is our day, and we part for the last time.”
Salutatorian, Bethany Hipple, took the stage and encouraged her peers to cherish and live in the present, slow down and appreciate things. “We won’t be here long,” she said. “You’re going to miss someone or something from the unity of a small school. Stop wishing to be somewhere else. Those around you are part of here and now, and not to be taken for granted.” She said these are lessons she learned early in life.
The ceremony concluded with some encouraging words for success from Superintendent Daphne Bowers. “Take action. You have the choice,” she said and compared their journey to a race, that of triple crown winner race horse winner, ‘California Chrome’. “A young colt that made history, and now you can begin the race of your life and be ready for the opportunity when it comes.”
Keynote speaker, Judy Kuhns-Hasting from the class of 1962 and a nurse for 50 years, drove 625 miles to address the class. “You have to show up for your life and meet the unexpected joys and sorrows,” she announced. She ended her speech by relaying four good qualities to possess: peace, clarity, compassion, and courage. “Try to live in the heart of life,” said Hasting.
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