Congrats Grads!

Class of 2013's Student Speakers

Another year has come to a close as the Class of 2013 toss up their caps in celebration of their graduation. This year marks the 53^rd Annual Commencement ceremony, however – due to less than ideal weather conditions – the ceremony took place in the high school gymnasium.

The graduation opened with an address from co-principals Mr. Samosky and Dr. Wodnicki, and superintendent Dr. White, along with a rendition of the song “Home” by Scotty McReery featuring the Chartiers Valley senior chorus members.

Student speakers, Shane Murphy, Heidi Schmidt and Colleen Bodnar, spoke on behalf of their class. With creative allusions to Disney movies and popular songs in their speeches, 2013’s top students expressed graduation as the start of a new beginning for their classmates.

As the last graduate accepted his diploma, the Class of 2013, tossed their hats and officially joined the ranks of their fellow Chartiers Valley alumni.

Congratulations to the 2013! Good luck with all of your future endeavors!  

View more photos of graduation on Flickr: From the Floor | From the Bleachers