Hats Off to the Graduates

On June 7, 260 graduates processed onto the field at Chartiers Valley High School to receive their diplomas at the 52nd Annual Commencement ceremony.

Student speakers Grace Moraca, Samuel Rubenstein and Brendan Steinbock all had a meaningful final message for their peers before they officially joined the ranks of CV alumni.

Co-Principal Mr. Tom Samosky and Superintendent Dr. Brian White also addressed the graduates. Mr. Samosky told the graduates that life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react. He urged them to remember that ratio as they go throughout life.

Dr. White began by having a little fun with the graduates, who were popping up out of their seats every time the “Class of 2012” was mentioned.

“It is my pleasure and distinct honor to welcome all parents, family, friends, faculty, board members, distinguished guests and, of course, the class of 2012… the class of 2012… the class of 2012… to the 52nd commencement exercise at Chartiers Valley High School,” began Dr. White as the students popped up and down.

After the speeches, the graduates received their diplomas before leaving the field and beginning the next chapter of their lives.

What to know where the Class of 2012 is headed next? View their class map.

View photos of graduation on Flickr: From the ground | From the stands