Highlights from the Graduation Ceremony

Aug 1, 2024

Graduation Commencement Ceremony Notes

Welcome

  • Principal: Mike Sherrill
  • Greeting to administration, faculty, staff, and student body.
  • Tribute to the class of 2024.

Ceremony Etiquette

  • Importance of preserving dignity and decorum.
  • Request to silence electronic devices.
  • Prohibition of noise makers.

Presentation of Colors

  • NJROTC Color Guard presentation.
  • Pledge of Allegiance led by attendees.

Honored Guests

  • Acknowledgment of platform guests:
    • Superintendent: Mr. Smith Leonard
    • School Board members: Ms. Patty Hightower, Mr. David Williams, Mr. Hill Slayton, Mr. Kevin Adam, Mr. Paul Fetzko.
    • Deputy Superintendent: Ms. Sheena Payne
    • Assistant Superintendent: Mr. Denny Wilson
    • Others including directors and principal.

Senior Class President Speech: Ava Kate Greganus

  • Reflected on community support and faculty guidance.
  • Plans to attend Auburn University for civil and environmental engineering and biomechanical engineering.
  • Emphasized Northview's unique character and community spirit.
  • Encouraged classmates to appreciate their shared legacy.

Salutatorian Speech: Maggie Rose Godwin

  • Expressed gratitude towards support from family and friends.
  • Inspiring call to focus on who graduates will be, rather than just what they will do.
  • Shared personal memories and moments that define the class.

Valedictorian Speech: Sarah Elaine Bailey

  • Thankful for support from family, friends, and faculty.
  • Emphasized the importance of hard work and making the right choices.
  • Shared personal experiences at Northview and noted the accomplishments of the class.
  • Encouraged classmates to hold onto memories while looking forward.

Class Achievements

  • 28 seniors at or above 4.0 GPA, 7 above 3.85 GPA, 16 above 3.5 GPA.
  • Six seniors completed AA degrees; 49 workforce program completers.
  • 16 graduates qualified for Bright Futures scholarships.
  • Total scholarships earned: over $1,180,000.

NJROTC and FFA Highlights

  • NJROTC achievements, including national competition placements.
  • Community service: over 10,000 volunteer hours.
  • FFA chapter successes and individual recognitions.

Athletic Achievements

  • Football team success in playoffs.
  • Softball team top eight finish in state.
  • Other sports achievements, including track and inaugural tennis team participation.

Principal's Closing Remarks

  • Reflection on the warm-hearted nature of the class.
  • Advice on navigating future challenges and successes.
  • Gratitude for having been principal and emotional farewell.

Graduation Ceremony

  • Certification of eligibility for graduation by Principal Sherrill.
  • Superintendent Leonard's confirmation of graduates.
  • Turning of tassels ceremony.

Conclusion

  • Reminder to exit promptly and drive home safely.
  • Closing cheer: "Go Chiefs!"