The Daily Record Graduation Section 2018

CONGRATULATIONS Class of

Cape Fear Christian Academy Faith Academy Harnett Central High School

2018 Hobbton High School Midway High School Overhills High School South Johnston High School

Triton High School West Johnston High School Western Harnett High School

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Midway High School

Watch Out, World, Here Come The Midway Raiders

BY LISA FARMER Managing Editor

At left is Midway Valedictorian Kasey McLamb and right is Salutatorian Kara Holland. Kasey is going to Catawba College to study pre-med and Kara is going to N.C. State to study paper science engineering. Lisa Farmer | Daily Record

One-hundred and seventy-one Raiders rode off into the sunset — literally — Friday night in Clinton as Midway High School graduated its 59th class.

Parents Renee Moore and Manuel Rivera snagged seats second from the front along the aisle — one of the best spots in the Sampson County Agri-Expo Center to secure video. They waited for their son, Jake Rivera, to graduate.

“We’re excited,” Mr. Rivera said. “This is a one-time experience.”

“We’ll do it again in four years,” Ms. Moore said. That’s when Jake will graduate from Methodist College.

Senior Class President Cole Baxley was the first student to speak following the national anthem performance from the senior

members of the Midway band.

“At the conclusion of tonight’s ceremony we’ll continue our journey ... ,” he began. “We’re graduating and it’s our time to continue our education, to make a difference in the world.”

He went on to say education is not just school, but life.

He recognized the empty seat which would have been occupied

by Ryan Michael McFarland who died May 15, 2016. He died at home when a truck he was working on fell on him. A moment of silence was held for him.

Two school board members, both from the Midway district — Kim Schmidlin and Tracy Dunn — offered the invocation and benediction.

“As they depart from our care, I ask that you have grace and mercy on their lives,” Mrs. Schmidlin prayed.

Kara Holland, in her salutatory

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address, specifically thank her mother and individual teachers.

She also addressed her classmates.

“I’m humbled to stand before such a hard-working class,” she said. “These past four years we’ve worked toward the same goal — graduation. Today we become part of the real world.”

The all-girl quartet The Precious Jewels sang “Whenever You Remember.”

Principal Monty Strickland recognized students for outstanding achievements asking the top 10 in the class, Beta Club members, Academically Gifted, N.C. Scholars, Arts Education Honor Society members, Career and Technical Honor Society members and Career and College Promise graduates to stand.

He said Midway students were offered $4.5 million in scholarships.

One of the big winners — $114,000 — went to Midway Valedictorian Kasey McLamb. She’s going to Catawba College to study pre-med.

She talked about failure and how she was excited about being valedictorian, but afraid of giving the speech. She said you learn from failure.

“Everytime you fail, you are one step closer to success,” she said.

Blythe Best and Lindsey Holt addressed the audience in their roles as co-presidents at the student government.

“On behalf of the student body ... thank you,” Lindsey said. “Class of 2018, we did it!”

Mr. Strickland said, “This is a special close-knit class. Take the failure and make yourself a better person because of it. My wish is you all continue to be winners like you are tonight.”

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From left, Noah Benard, Sha’king Warren and Demonte Jones look over a video. At Midway, and all the other schools, the moments before graduation were filled with picture-taking. Lisa Farmer | Daily Record

Good friends Juan Jaquez and Rique Rojo show off their Midway High School diplomas. Lisa Farmer | Daily Record

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This family had T-shirts made for their Midway graduate, Sierra Williams. They are aunt Jessica Owens, sisters Camryn and Tamiah Williams, father Chris Williams and mom Tresa Owens. Lisa Farmer | Daily Record

Marco Cortez shares a quiet moment with Spanish teacher Rebecca Johnson prior to Midway’s graduation. He called her ‘one of the best.’ Lisa Farmer | Daily Record

A moment of silence was observed for Ryan Michael McFarland who would have graduated with his Midway classmates Friday night. He died May 15, 2016, at home when a truck he was working on fell on him. Lisa Farmer | Daily Record

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Triton High School

Triton High School Salutatorian Kathryn Elliott and Valedictorian Megan Pope pose for a photo prior to commencement. Rick Curl | Daily Record

JoDasya Lauryn Abney David Acevedo Tirado Gonzalo Acosta Jr. Ashley Nicole Adams Riley James Adkins Diana Yvette Aguillon Jeanette Aguillon Cinthya Alarcon Munoz Quaeshinn Brion Allen Christopher James Alston Kody Clarke Anderson Liliana Monserrat Andrade Itehua De’Asia Mo’nae Bailey Ocean Diamante Bailey Ramirez Kendall Elizabeth Barbour Guy Michael Fitzgerald Barefoot Brenden Cross Barker Darius Javonte Benton Jordan Alexander Benton Daniel Lloyd Festus Bigler Javonte’ Daeshaun Blue John Pershing Bobbitt IV Alexandria Logan Bradford Ana-Elizabeth Lance Brewer Alexis Lynn Brooks Alayzia Dasani Brown Megan Amber Brumbaugh Brianna Kaye Bynum Arturo Calderon Jr. MyKayla Brianna Cameron

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Triton High School class of 2018 graduates stand and prepare to take their seats prior to commencement Saturday morning. Rick Curl | Daily Record

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One of the special moments at Triton High School’s graduation is naming the top senior boy. This year’s winner voted on by faculty at the high school is Guy Barefoot. He’s seen here heading back to his seat after receiving his award.

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The Triton High School Army JROTC Color Guard stands at attention during the playing of the national anthem during Saturday’s commencement for the class of 2018. Rick Curl | Daily Record

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A chorus of graduates sing the national anthem during commencement for Triton High School Saturday morning.

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Triton High School grads Melanie Morales and Kathy Yaque share a high-five as they get ready to take part in Saturday morning’s commencement at Campbell University. Rick Curl | Daily Record

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Triton High School college adviser Tracy Autry helps Lydia Rogers keep her cap on her head as they prepare for commencement Saturday morning. Rick Curl | Daily Record

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JpDaya Abney becomes the first official graduate of the class of 2018 for Triton High School. Here she gets her diploma from Triton Principal Ryan McNeill during Saturday’s commencement. Rick Curl | Daily Record

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Members of the Triton High School Army JROTC were busy behind the scenes preparing for their roles in commencement. Arturo Moreno, Daniel Molina, Lucas Hammersley and Colby Kolath uncase the flag for the ceremony.

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Sharing a laugh as they get ready to receive their diplomas from Triton High School were Brandon Norria, David Kumpf Jr. and Christianna Howard.

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You have made us Extremely proud!!

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MyKayla Cameron Triton High School Class of 2018

Congratulations!

We are so very proud of you.

Continue to keep God first in all you do.

Love, Grandmother Ruth, Mom, Dexter, Bridget, Ron, Aryanna and Alarra

We are so proud of you!

We love you always, Mom, Dad and Colie.

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South Johnston High School Another Successful Year For South Johnston

Commencement sends class of 2018 to new challenges.

South Johnston High School class of 2018 Salutatorian Jacylyn Tuggle and Valedictorian Lauren Dodd pose for a photo prior to commencement Friday night. Rick Curl | Daily Record

Natalie Lourdes Pacheco South Johnston High School

Class of 2018 “Your hard work and dedication have made us feel proud of you, we congratulate you on your success.”

Love, Mom, Dad, and Grandpa

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BY RICK CURL Of The Record Staff For South Johnston High School Principal Dr. David Pearce, graduation is always a time for reflection, praise and above all marking the success of his graduates.

It was no different Friday night when the class of 2018 took to the school gym for the final time.

“I think it’s like any year, it’s bittersweet,” he said. “Some of these kids, I’ve seen them since they’ve been in kindergarten because I had them in elementary school.”

Dr. Pearce characterized this year’s class as one that has seen plenty of changes through the course of their young lives. He noted this both during commencement and while reflecting in the moments prior to the ceremony.

“It’s been a class that has seen a lot of change since they’ve been

in school,” he said. “I had a kid tell me the other day the iPhone wasn’t out when he started school, it was kind of an ah-hah moment for me. This group of kids has seen change faster than any graduates of them all.”

For most of the students, Friday’s ceremony was the first step to their future. Among them were a pair of friends who could be seen outside the building, laughing and talking as they got ready for the ceremony.

Chloe McFarland and Kaitlyn Grice were both in a good mood as they anxiously awaited their big moment. Both girls have plans of continuing their education, then give back to the school.

“I’m excited, I’m finally out of high school, which is amazing,” Chloe said. “I’m going to go to college and get my (teaching assistant) license so I can work at South Johnston.”

It’s the same story for Kaitlyn, she wants to give back and share what she has learned through the years, she was already to start the next chapter in her life.

“We worked our butts off and we got here to see us walk across the stage,” she said. “It’s about me being happy and graduating.”

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Class of 2018

We are extremely proud of you.

Keep reaching for your goals.

We love you!

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For Chloe it was just as gratifying.

“It was tiring, but it was worth it,” she said. “That’s for sure.”

When the class finally made it to the magic moment where they begin their transition to fullfledged adulthood, class Valedictorian Eryn Godwin said as the end of school loomed, it was when a realization was made by all.

“The first few months of school were a breeze, then November came,” she said. “It was the time for us to start thinking about our future. Whether it was applying for college, applying for jobs or enlisting in the military, it was the time when things started to get real.”

She summarized the final year of high school as one of memories and fun.

“Our last semester flew by in the blink of an eye,” she said. “We celebrated Unity Week and our very last prom. To senior night, to senior picnic, they were some of the best days of our lives.”

Joining the class of 2018 were the Junior Marshals who escorted them into their final moments as students.

Led by Chief Marshal Elizabeth Danger, the junior marshals were Kandis Adams, Logan Baker, Logan Blackmon, Marshal Blackmon, Nayeli Cortes, Seth Creed, Alexis Edwards, Paul Eldridge, Colin Fite, Lindsay Hall, Savannah Hines, David Honeycutt, Brendan Hudson, Emma Jernigan, Jessica Johnson, Carmen Keene, John Austin Lee, Brandon Lushene, Karson Massengill, Shelesie Melendez, Emily Murray, Dawson Norris, Phillip Powell, Jackson Raynor, Tracy Scism, Tyler Strickland, Savannah Wilson, Allison Wise and Brenna Wood.

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Jeffrey Parker Beasley Kaylee Danielle Beasley Emma Nicole Behrend Bailey Christina Benson Dalton Wayne Benson Asjanna Allesha Bethea James John Biggs ShaNyia Brayboy Rylee Morgan Brehmer Haley Elizabeth Brewington Josiah Daymon Burnette Alyssa Breyanna Burns Janna Ruth Butler Mollie Ann Butler Quaterrius D. Butler Madaline Nicole Byer MaKayla Chasity Byrd Alton Edward Cain Adalberto Armengol Callejas Cullin Ryan Capps Colin James Carberry Arturo Adan Carretero Gonzalez Brianna Astrid Carrillo Dustin Brian Carter Michael Josue Castro

Casey Lee Charbonneau Miccala Logan Church Vanessa Kathleen Coats Alyssa Breanna Coley Alexandra Faith Collins Quamel R. Collins Morgan EmmaLee Conley Hannah Marie Cook Matthew Cale Cook Erika Yaquelin Correa Perez Ashlyn Creech Jeremy Lee Creech Freddy Giovany Cruz-Vergara Alexis Kiana Davis Carson Maegan Davis Leslie H. Dawes Rodolfo Uriel De Jesus Pichataro Caleigh Michele Deaver Lauren Elizabeth Dodd Ana Maria Dominguez Jimenez Christina Marie Dorman Kelly Anne Dorman Syncere Douglas Amanda Gail Dunn Erin McKenzie Edwards

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Kelsie Paige Green Mikayla Cheyenne Gregory Kaitlyn Brianna Grice Gavan Spencer Guignard Austin Scott Haley Kevin C. Hall Zechariah G. Harrington Arik Decarise Harvey Andrew William Hernandez Cristian Ricardo Hernandez-Lopez Karla Yamileth Herrera-Arpero Jackson Blake Hockaday Carter Maxwell Hoffman-Edminster Dylan Shepard Honeycutt Kaylee Brooke Honeycutt Mackenzie Lee Honeycutt Kristen Nicole Hudson Andy O’Ryan Huerta Montravious Rasheed Daquan Ingram Anthony Latrell Jackson Jayvis Allen Jefferson Jatiyah Shanquel Johnson Dakota Leslie Jones

Another colorful design placed on one of the caps for the graduates of South Johnston High School class of 2018. Rick Curl | Daily Record

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Getting ready for the South Johnston High School graduation ceremony is a combination of fun and preparation. Friends Chloe McFarland and Kaitlyn Grice share a lighthearted moment before they become graduates.

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Kaylee Noelle Jones Derek William Jordan Justin Edward Jordan Brayden Alexander Kauppi Jessica Faith Kerns Omaisjah Jonae’ King Nicholas Alfred Raiquan Kornegay Jarrett Hatcher Langston Kobie David Langston Kassidy Denise Lassiter Morgan Caroline Lassiter Ke’Yhouna Patreece Leach-Sanders Adrian Christopher Leary Alesha Ann Lee Austin Keith Lee Austin Shaun Lee Arianna Alexia Lerma Ke’Ara Sade Lett Zoe Nicole Lewis Cody Dawson Lockamy Krystal Ruby Lopez Bryan Evanny Lopez Cazarin Cielo Noemi Lopez Gomez Tyler Jay Lucas Nathaniel H. Lucus Faith Marie Manuszak Kayla Lynn Martinez Xavier David Martinez Dayana Martinez Licerio Micaiah Ahmad Mason Hannah Ashley Nicole Massengill Cale Lewis Matthews Haley Reneè Matthews Olivia Paige Matthews Destiny Amya McBryde

Markayle De Quan McClain Daniel Elijah McDowell Chloe Elizabeth McFarling Kenneth Dale McGee James Wilton McKenzie III Kani McKinley Hunter Allen McLamb Janie Mahala McLamb Travis Wayne McLamb Zachary James McLamb Rodney Andrew McLean Tamya Evette Mcmillan Katherine Albertina Mendez Rodriguez Maricruz Mendoza Ally Nicole Messer Kimberly Dawn Messer Soki Mikanda Ronald Clayton Milburn Grant Allen Millay Brando Miranda Castillo Coty Andrew Mitchell Christie Elizabeth Montgomery Andrew Thomas Moore Ka’Niya KeAja Moore Haleigh Elizabeth Mooring Isaiah Morris-Sanders Sarahi Movis-Vargas Treavor Layne Murphy Dariel Maurice Nelson Charles Robinson Nichols ZaMaurie Dyshawn Meleek Nichols Michelle Jordan Niedwick Colton William Norris Nicholas Alexander Oaks

Margaret Taylor Overby Natalie Lourdes Pacheco Yolanda Padilla Roxana Paniagua-Espino Erika Pareja Garcia Cullin B. Parker Hanna Faye Parker Joey Lee Parker Shane Pierson Parker Mary Paschal Sophia Marie Pastrana Benjamin Patino Gisselle Esmeralda Rosales Pavon Haley Rose Pearce Michael Omar Pena-Ponce Christopher Perez Vanesa Perez-Rodriguez Cassidy Sierra Phillips Tiffany Ann Pilkington Alexander B. Pindell Sindy Alejandra Portillo Gamez Cody James Quick Jesus Quintero Lana Nicole Radford Bryan Ramirez Kyle Chandler Raulerson Katelyn Marie Ray Elizabeth Brooke Raynor Hannah Faith Register Joshua Lee Reyes Juan Carlos Rincon Cory Wayne Roberts Lyric Robertson Harold Ray Robinson III Rebecca Charles Rosenberg Justin Lamont Ross

South Johnston High School junior marshal Jackson Raynor helps senior Alexis Davis put the finishing touches on her gown before commencement began Friday night. Rick Curl | Daily Record

One of the newest traditions during commencement is to decorate the cap.

Many had slogans such as the one seen here. Rick Curl | Daily Record

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Getting ready for graduation was half the fun for seniors at South Johnston High School Friday night. Above, Marie Barefoot, Brian Williams Shawn Tresidder and Carson Davis share some time before the event. Rick Curl | Daily Record

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The first grads to get their diplomas from South Johnston High School watch as their classmates walk across the stage. Rick Curl | Daily Record

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South Johnston High School celebrated commencement Friday night. Part of the opening ceremonies was the singing of the National Anthem by soon-to-begraduate Layna Barefoot. Rick Curl | Daily Record

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Faith Education Academy

Faith Education Academy graduates for 2018 are, top row, JevantĂŠ Jayson Manigat; and bottom row, Elizabeth Kaitlyn Turner and Kailee Ann Gaster.

Graduation ceremonies were held June 7 at the Tabernacle at the Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church Headquarters on Long Branch Road outside Dunn.

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Faith Education Academy mascots for the class of 2018 are Johnathon Coleman and Sydney Souter. Contributed Photo | Barefoot PhotoDesign During graduation ceremonies, kindergarten graduates at Faith Education Academy were recognized.

They are, top row, Joshua Kayden Peacock and Gunner Ray Thornton; and bottom row, Chloe Elizabeth Colville, Gracie Lynn Bennett and Alyssa Naylee Depaz.

Recognized during Faith Education Academy’s graduation ceremonies on June 7 were eighth-grade graduates, back row, Hayley Brooke Barefoot; and front row, Devin Michael Radley and Ethan Dwight West. Not pictured are Brevon Michael Butler and Akayla Simone Spearman. Contributed Photo | Barefoot PhotoDesign

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Hobbton High School Hobbton Unleashes Its Wildcats Into The World

BY LISA FARMER Managing Editor

Hobbton High School English teacher Frances Pate was savoring the final moments. She was ending her 21-year teaching career, her 17th as a Hobbton High School teacher. It was Friday afternoon in the Sampson County Agri-Expo Center and Hobbton was graduating its 62nd year of seniors. There were 128 in this year’s class.

She was offering hugs and straigtening of stoles.

“This is my last group of babies,” she said. “This group is a very special group. They’re very close to each other. They look out for each other.”

Parents and students had arrived early and filled the center.

Janet Thompson’s parents, Ronnell Jones and Kim Williams, were seated near the front. Janet is going to Howard University.

Ms. Williams said she was “proud,” but Howard “is a long way from home.”

Tyrone Parker was waiting to see his daughter, Anaya Da’Nae Parker. “I’m very excited,” he said.

“She said she’s going to Fayetteville Tech and become a mortician.”

Following a spot-on performance of the “Star-Spangled Banner” by Angela Martin, Jennifer Daughtry, principal, welcomed everyone and recognized the top 10 seniors which included Valedictorian Sarah Allison Daughtry and Salutatorian Madison DeLaney Thornton.

The the theme of DeLaney’s address was from the Dr. Seuss book, “Oh, The Places You’ll Go.” “You are the you who will decide where to go,” she quoted.

“Today is our day ... Our introduction is waiting, so let’s get on our way,” she said. “This journey has been awesome.”

Sarah’s speech was inspired by the late N.C. Basketball coach Jim Valvano who famously said, “Don’t give up, don’t ever give up.”

“Today we get a glimpse of the many doors of opportunity that will be waiting on us,” she said.

“We’ve all faced moments where we’ve never given up. I believe that each and every one of you has great potential.”

Isaac James Best gave a speech titled “The Value of a Moment.” He said his most memorable times at Hobbton was his involvement in the FFA. He remembered riding to Indiana on a bus to compete and bonding with his classmates.

Alma Mater Hail to thee dear Hobbton High School Praises we now sing.

We will cherish and defend thee; Ever loyal be.

Hail to the finest school of all, The school we love so dear.

Let the name of Hobbton High School Ring out loud and clear.

“I’d like to thank you for the little moments we have together,” he said.

Ty Godron Meyer also spoke.

His subject was “The Value of a Memory.”

He pointed out this was the first class to graduate whose members were born in the 1990s and 2000s.

Parents and friends were urged to hold their applause until all the graduates received their diplomas.

And the minute that last graduate — Elizabeth Michelle Yost — crossed the stage, thunderous applause and yells filled the auditorium which went on for some time.

Ms. Daughtry gave the graduates some encouragement.

“Let your heart be your guide.

You are the light of the new day, so shine so everyone can see you,” she said. “Class of 2018, congratulations, and I love you.”

Hobbton High School valedictorian and salutatorian are, from left, Sarah Allison Daughtry and Delaney Thornton. Lisa Farmer | Daily Record Friday marked the 62nd graduating class of Hobbton High School. As student Ty Gordon Meyer pointed out, this is the first class with students born in the 1990s and 2000s.

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Soon-to-be Hobbton High School graduates await their queue. From left are Montrell Parker, Josh Polk and Gregory Morrisey. Lisa Farmer | Daily Record

Congratulations

Class of

2018!

You've had laughter, some tears and joy over the course of your 12 years of school.

Some say…”The Best Times of Your Life”

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Congratulations PFC. Tekia Ridges

A resident of Coats, NC was featured in the newsletter at Ft. Jackson, NC “What influenced me the most to join the Army was the structured and disciplined lifestyle. I’ve always wanted to join the Army and feel like the Army will teach me many valuable skills.”

“The Army was what I thought it would be before joining because I have family that briefed me on what to expect, but the food was better than I expected it to be.”

“The most challenging thing about Basic Combat Training was the Army Physical Fitness Test; those two miles were no joke.”

“I’m a 25B-Information Systems Operator Analyst.”

“In 10 years I see myself as a first sergeant or master sergeant.”

“I want to offer a few words of wisdom to any one thinking about joining the Army. Make sure you train, listen to those who have authority over you. Don’t use your hands to talk; it will result in you having to do push ups, and run before, during and after Basic Combat Training.”

The daughter of the late Michalenia N. Ridges of Coats, NC. Stationed at Fort Gordon, GA. She has since been promoted to Assistant Squad leader of her platoon. Also a IT Specialist.

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Hamzah Algazali Andy Almanza Jody Almanza-Moncada Alexus Alston Ricky Archer Raymundo Arellano Valenzuela Kenady Arnold Ayla Atkins Karina Avila Luis Avila-Sumano Brayden Babich Maeghan Badger Landon Baker Ashleigh Ball Arriana Ballard Joshua Barna Brynna Beach Britney Bell Eric Bell Kwanna Bell Amber Berry Rebekah Berry Ania Blackwell Dylan Bleyl Emily Bogan Samanatha Bogan Alexandria Bonertz Abigayle Bourdreaux Nicholas Boudreaux Ahley Brady Steven Brady Zackaree Brake Dakota Branson Jacqueline Brauer Jonathan Broussard Juwhan Brown Tarah Brown Monty Browning Mychael Bruner Rodney Burch Zachary Burns Madison Burroughs Jamar Butler Jennifer Cabrera Maddie Cameron Abigail Campbell Arianna Campos Destiny Carbajal Ryan Carlson Joshua Carter Darnell Carver Josue Castro Parral Jennifer Catanzaro Morgan Chastain Cameron Cissell Zachary Clayman Shanique Clegg Bianca Cobb Alyssa Cochran Trull Madelyn Collins Ryan Cooper-Dean Julius Corbin Valentino Cortez Kevin Cosme Aiyanna Cutler 2018

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Jasimine Holland-Adrian Micah Hooker Brenlyn Hudson Jackob Hurr Jonathan Hutchinson Brittney Jackson Alexander Jaggers Anthony Jefferson Brianna Jefferson Damonté Jessup Bianna Johnson Davionn Johnson James Jones Maina Jones Raziya Jones Andrew Kelly Aidan Kent Sydney Kestner Nathaniel King Alexander Kivett Alexander Kivett Carson Kulhanek Whitley Lasater Kamren Lewis Teresa Lewis Kyra Lewkowicz Elena Madrigal Jacinto Magadan Hanna Mallberg Dasha Mandigo Morgan Martin Jerry Martinez Cameron Mashburn Delante McAuley Alexandria McLamb Tequila McCoy Dylan McDaniel Dylan McDonald Ezabian McDougald Kevin McDougald Kevin McDougald Devin McEachin Elizabeth McGrath Joseph McKinley Tyshaun McLaughlin Raenell McMillian Marquez McNeill Jorge Medellin Stephen Mishoe Markita Moore Woody Moore Benjamin Morring Daisy Morris Rebecca Mustard Elisabeth Needham Bryce Nelson Gabrielle Nesbit Allison O’Hare Heather O’Quinn Arely Obregon Juan Olivares Emily Owen Jainelly Pacheco Samantha Page Damian Pearson

Shanaira Pena Rodriguez Christian Prez Maira Perez Christopher Petrone Devonte Pierce Jessica Lee Poe Shante Postles Myriah Powell Ruffin Asher Prince Jeffrey Quinn Rebecca Randolph Madison Ream Lauren Rhodes Monica Rios Anastasia Risano Sidney Roberts Kaleb Robinson Jamiel Rocha-Alves Megan Rogers Tyler Rolison Daivonn Rollins Aidan Rucker Jacob Rush Jordi Sancho, Devonté Alexis Schulte Shelby Schwegman Bayley Scott Joshua Scoot Michael Searle Devin Ignacio Serrano-Diaz Kaden Shaw, Meagon Shefka Shania Shinn Austin Shirron Makia Singleton Collyn Smith Jeremiah Smith Natalie Sosa Shayla Spriggs Tatyana Spruiell Sharneace Stewart Phillip Stiff Anni Stump Tommy Swann Hope Tavares Jada Taylor James Taylor John Taylor Steven Taylor Milana Terrock Chloe Thomas Darius Thomas Gordon Thomas Hunter Thomas Samuel Tolbert Bryce Torres Jasmine Trivette Walter Trogdon Junior Vang Jennifer Vazquez Kristina Venjohn Christian Waller Jean Walters Christopher Ward Summer Weaver Clifton Wheeler Logan Whitaker

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Corey White Jordan White Dacia Whittaker Christopher Wicker Nichoals Wicker Brandon Williams Katherine Williams Brooklyn Wilson Elijah Wines

Austin Wolcott Kayla Worden Brandon Wright SharondaWyche Autumn Yarborough Kaylah Young Meredith Yow Zaguru Zamani-Karffa AshelyZimmer

Hobbton High School seniors enter the auditorium at the Sampson County AgriExpo Center. They marched in in two columns, the one here and another parallel one on the right side. Lisa Farmer | Daily Record

Congratulations

Jarred P. Lee BENSON NATIVE EARNS JURIS DOCTOR DEGREE FROM NORMAN ADRIAN WIGGINS SCHOOL OF LAW, CAMPBELL UNIVERSITY RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA – Jarred P. Lee of Benson, NC has completed the Juris Doctor Degree at the Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law, Campbell University in Raleigh, NC. An official graduation ceremony and conferring of degrees and hooding was held on May 11, 2018 in Raleigh.

Mr. Lee is the son of Curtis and Beth Lee of Benson, NC and the grandson of Retha J. Lee and the late Julius W. Lee, Jr. and Herman Lee and the late Katie P. Lee, all of Benson, NC. He graduated from South Johnston High School in 2008 and earned a B.A. in History and Political Science from the University of North Carolina Wilmington in 2012. While at Campbell, he served as a legal extern for the Supreme Court of North Carolina and the North Carolina Department of Justice. He currently resides in Raleigh, NC. This year’s graduation marked the fortieth commencement for Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law. During the May 11th ceremony, 128 Juris Doctor degrees were conferred for the 2017-2018 year.

The Honorable Rod Rosenstein, the United States Deputy Attorney General, delivered the commencement speech.

2018

Harnett Central High School Central Graduates Largest Class In School’s History

Celebrated Saturday night in Buies Creek.

BY TOM WOERNER Of The Record Staff

Harnett Central High School Salutatorian Adam Scott Butler and Valedictorian Timmy Xiao are shown prior to graduation ceremonies Saturday night.

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Congratulations Alia Rachel Lynn Monk Class of 2018 Harnett Central High School

A ceremony for the largest class in school history at Harnett Central High School ended a day of celebration Saturday during the fourth graduation in two days at Campbell University.

A total of 366 seniors received diplomas at the ceremony. The students were excited as they prepared for the ceremony behind the stage at the John W. Pope Convocation Center on the campus of Campbell University.

The convocation center hosted all four Harnett County graduations.

“I am ready to go,” graduate Noah Huffstetler said.

Noah intends to attend Wake Technical Community College and play on the school’s basketball team.

“I have already signed up to go in the Army,” Jax Ginn said. “I am ready.”

Students weren’t the only ones celebrating as parents, grandparents and other family members filled the seats almost to capacity.

“I am very proud of my son, we finally made it,” parent Rosa Deltoro said.

“You are making history tonight,” Harnett Central Principal Cynthia Gordon said. “You should have pride in what you have accomplished.”

Both salutatorian Adam Butler and valedictorian Timmy Xiao addressed their fellow students.

“Harnett Central High School has taught us well,” Timmy said. “When people think of our school they think of quality and now we are part of the school’s history.”

“You have completed the tutorial and now you are ready for the rest of your lives,” Adam said.

Harnett Central was the only one of the Harnett County schools which had a guest speaker. This year’s address was given by former North Carolina State basketball player Scott Wood who now plays professional basketball in Europe. His wife is a former student at Harnett Central.

He told students to be ready for the roller coaster of life.

“Good and bad things happen to all of us, it is a part of life,” Mr. Wood said. “It is important to learn to control the things you can control.”

He also told students not to be afraid of uncertainty.

“I encourage you to take risks,” Mr. Wood said. “You will learn quickly that sometimes you will fail and sometimes you will succeed but you have to try new things.”

Congratulations

Nicolas Kallesten

and all the HCHS Junior Marshals!

We are so proud of you.

Continue to strive to do the very best in life.

Love, Tiffany, Lonnell, Marva, Harvey, Voun & Uncle Mont.

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In addition to the graduation speaker, Harnett Central also had musical presentations as part of the ceremony. The school renowned vocal ensemble presented the “Star Spangled Banner” for the event and then presented two songs for the group.

Jermaine White coordinated all the graduation ceremonies this week and was present at all of them. He said it was a day of success for all of the schools involved.

“There were a few little problems but you anticipate those,” Mr. White said. “Overall, it has been a smooth day.”

School marshals from the junior class led the celebration. This year’s marshals were Mitchell Blalock, Katherine Blanton, Lyndsey Brewer, Megan Burkes, Eric Chang, Kathie Culbreth, Alyssa Ellen, Hamilton Fowler, Elizabeth Godwin, Lauren Greenspahn, Anahi Guillen Cristo, Hannah Hodgins, Kiaunna Jenkins, Savannah Jones, Nicolas Kallesten, Zach Lynch, Hannah McLamb, Kolby Medlin, Valeria Ramirez, Ashley Resendiz, Maritza Rivera-Cruz, Samantha Rucker, Madeline Shewmaker, Zach Sippel, Hayden Smith, Kaitlyn Stocks, Rachael Stump, Hannah Sullivan, Elena Tapia Godinez, Shantelle Varmes, Xiao Wen Chen, Jane Whited and Fallon Wimberly.

Congratulations Graham Owen Abbuhl Harnett Central High School

Class of 2018

Becoming an Eagle Scout, #1 Fireman, and High School Graduate all make us proud. We love you and always will.

Nanny and Papa 2018

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Jax Ginn and Jessica Sippel, shown here, are members of the largest graduating class in the history of Harnett Central High School. The class graduated Saturday evening. Tom Woerner | Daily Record

Harnett Central High School senior Michael Alexander Castro finishes his walk across the graduation stage at ceremonies for the school, which were held Saturday.

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Harnett County Schools Superintendent Dr. Aaron Fleming leads his staff into graduation ceremonies at Harnett Central High School Saturday night. Central was the last of four schools that held graduations in Harnett County Friday and Saturday. Tom Woerner | Daily Record

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Anthony Paul Hayhoe Joshua Albert Hayhoe Caden Lane Henderson De’Angelo Aquemini Hensley Shannon Elizabeth Hering Kealealani Marie Herman Cezar Javier Hernandez Emmanuel Hernandez Palestino Gissel Hernandez Melgarejo Makayla Hernandez Elkins Colbe Joseph Hessman Greyson Noah Hicks Nicool Sarai Hilario Aguilar Darion Isiah Davon Hilliard Brennan Douglas Hodges Anna Rose Hogue Hannah Marie Holcomb Jessica Sallie Holder Justin Carl Holder Bailey Renee Honeycutt Stephanie Victoria Hubbard Camryn Mackenzie Huber Noah Alexander Huffstetler Christopher Julius Irvin Adam Lee Jackson Justus Noah Jakeman

Benjamin Truett Jernigan Yiselda Jimenez Elizabeth Anna Johnson Jaquanjalynn Johnson Jordyn D’Shae Johnson-McLean Seth Palmer Johnson Andreas Dashawn Jones Ian Alastair Jordan Kevin Lee Judd Zubada Elizabeth Khan Angelique Breana Kinard Nyah Patrice Kite Hannah Elizabeth Larson Dquawn Akil Ledbetter Colby-Co Vyshown Lester John Thomas Letuli Janiqua Lyschell Lofton Bryan Cole Long Thomas Benjamin Lopez Kaitlyn Nicole Lovette Devin Michael MacGregor Michael Solomon Machado Kayla Faith Madewell Allison Danielle Maldonado Lenar Leneal Mangum Emmanuel Islas Manzo

Yajaira Guadalupe Marin Ashley Elizabeth Martin Shelby Jean Martin Brian Martinez Sanchez Christopher Blake Martinez Edwin Bladimir Martinez Hugo Cesar Martinez-Alvarez Jessica Nicole Martinez Steven Martinez Darrell Lamont Matthews Jr. Dylan Keith Matthews Montrey Ishmar McAllister Hakeem Lamar McDougald Ronnie Deshaun McDougald Kalil Shakur McDow Zaria Lashae McDowell De’Amonte Alliana McEachin Chyann Elise Mckellar Hunter Mills McKinney Breon Nicholas McKoy Isiah Reashawn McKoy Ka’preshus Mone McLean Devin Lewis McMillan Tyesha Anshannett McNair Christopher Aaron McNeill Elizabeth Ann McNeill

Jeremiah Louis McNeill Laderique Ralene McNeill Sha’kiya Mona McNeill Daniel Hector McPhatter Francisca Itzel Mejia-Bautista Daniella Miranda Melillo Jacqueline Mendez Essveydy Torres Molina Torres Alia Rachel Monk Deante’ Trevon Monroe Sativa LaSheya Monroe Madison Brooke Moore Fatima Guadalupe Moran Martinez Emily Nicole Marian Moreland Isavel Rojas Moreno Emily Moreno Luna Rasmin Mujanovic Devlin Arthur Myhres Emily Nava Baker Robert Nelson Antonio Wayne Nesmith Jr. Jessika Savana Newtown Tymez Raekwon Nickson Robert Malcolm Nooney Bryan Antrevon Norris

Harnett Central grads Oliver Cole and Paul Thomas Gervase hold a flag they say outlines their immediate plans after graduation, to enjoy the weekend. Tom Woerner | Daily Record

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Harnett Central High School graduate Cezar Hernandez holds Sebastian Galvan before graduation ceremonies Saturday.

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Harnett Central High School graduate Allyson Buzzard, shown here, was one member of the largest graduating class in the history of Harnett Central High School. Ceremonies were held at the school Saturday night.

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Jhania York and Ashli Armour make their way into graduation ceremonies for Harnett Central High School Saturday night. They were part of the largest graduating class in the school’s history. Tom Woerner | Daily Record

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Cape Fear Christian Academy Cape Fear Graduates End Their High School Careers 16 graduates move to next stage of life.

BY TOM WOERNER Of The Record Staff Graduates of one of the area’s best known Christian education schools took their final walk across the graduation stage at ceremonies at Campbell University.

The 16 members of the Cape Fear Christian Academy class of 2018 became the academy’s 43rd graduating class since the school near Erwin was founded. It was a celebration of family and friends of the graduates and staff members of the schools.

Headmaster Karen Parker provided the welcoming remarks.

“This is a celebration of everything good about our academy,” Ms. Parker said.

The night was full of inspiring remarks from the school’s top two students and one of the best known television personalities in the area, WRAL television anchor and Harnett County resident Gerald Owens.

Mr. Owens encouraged graduates to be careful about their choices.

“Choices shape our lives and there is no way we can avoid that,” Mr. Owens said. “Easy choices will get you through each day and the hard choices you make will get you through a lifetime. I would encourage you to look inside yourself when you make choices.”

Salutatorian Collin Parker told his classmates to expect to make mistakes.

“Mistakes will provide valuable lessons that will make you a better person overall,” Collin said. “Mis22

takes don’t define you. It is how you respond to mistakes that is really important. When we get to the end of our lives we will only be judged for what we have done ourselves.”

Collin said the next step in his academic career will be pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering.

There was a similar message to students from Valedictorian Delaney Cumbie as she addressed the class for the final time.

“Without failure, there is no growth,” Delaney said. “Failure is the step ladder of success.”

Delaney plans to attend the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and play on the school’s softball team.

Students gathered with family members outside the D. Rich Building following the ceremony. The building houses Turner Auditorium where the graduation exercises were held.

One of those was Geremiah Olivera who will stay close by to continue his education next year. He plans to study physical therapy at Campbell University. He said he expects the major change in his life to slowly settle in.

“I probably won’t notice a lot of things different until I start going to class at Campbell,” Geremiah said.

“That is when it will probably hit me.”

The school presented the first Terry Godwin Legacy Award. The award was given to graduate Nakira Slater. The award was given in honor of the late Terry Godwin who passed away last summer. Mr. Godwin was a frequent volunteer at the school and his wife, Angela, is a long-time employee of the school and currently leads the middle school department.

Delaney Grace Cumbie Brittney JoAnn Denning Milos Galogaza Joshua Macon Gilliam Jace Edward Goldman Callie Pearl Johnson

Cassie Taylor McLamb Geremiah Anthony Olvera Collin Christopher Parker Jarrett Allen Powell Nakira “Kia” Brielle Slater D’Jante Isaiah Tatum

Cape Fear Christian Academy Valedictorian Delaney Cumbie and Salutatorian Collin Parker are shown just before their graduation. They were among 16 graduates of the school this year. Tom Woerner | Daily Record

Sarah Elizabeth Ter Meer Taylor Reid Thompson Hannah Morgan Tripp Morgan Renee Wheeley

Cape Fear Christian Academy graduate Whtiney Denning reaches for her diploma at graduation ceremonies last week. She was one of 16 graduates at the school.

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Cape Fear Christian Academy graduate D’Jante Tatum celebrates following the ceremonies with his parents William and Davida Thompson. Tom Woerner | Daily Record

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Western Harnett High School Over 300 Western Eagles Soaring On To New Heights

BY SHAUN SAVARESE Of The Record Staff

Nearly 350 newly matured Eagles took flight this weekend, leaving the nest to begin new lives.

Western Harnett High School held its graduation ceremony at the John W. Pope Jr. Convocation Center on campus, at Campbell University Saturday afternoon.

The Eagles’ senior class of 2018 earned $2.7 million in scholarships this year. There are 10 students who earned North Carolina Scholar distinctions, and 117 who graduated with honors.

Following the presentation of colors by Western Harnett High School JROTC members Adrian Campos, Fernando Villanueva, Clayton Emmett and Dante Kelly, Benjamin Mooring sung the national anthem to a senior class with 35 future military members.

The invocation was led by Dylan McDonald.

“Today is the day of celebration and a blessing,” Dylan said. “We look down the path that we have traversed this far and what colossal heights we’ve climbed.”

Before the ceremony began, the school’s principal, Chris Pearson, expressed his pride in the class of 2018, saying, “They have been a big part of helping Western take the next step, and there is a ton of potential in them.”

The arena was filled to capacity, prompting the principal to ask the crowd to make room for those standing to sit, per a request from the fire marshal.

Student Body President Jordin Sancho introduced the parent advisory board, as well as school board member Eddie Jaggers, Chief Technology Officer Jennifer Byrd, Assistant Superintendent of Auxillary Services 23

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Thank you is the best prayer that anyone could say.

”

—— Western Harnett Senior Class President and Salutatorian Collyn Smith, quoting author Alice Walker.

Brookes Matthews and Harnett County Schools Superintendent Dr. Aaron Fleming.

Before they delivered the biggest speeches of their young lives, Western Harnett High School Valedictorian Rebecca Layne Parker and Salutatorian Collyn Smith spoke briefly about their high school experience and their plans going forward.

Collyn, who is also senior class president, was “more excited than nervous.” He had a heavy hand in shaping Saturday’s ceremonies, as member of the senior class graduation committee.

Rebecca was also little nervous, but said she was ready to put graduation behind her. The valedictorian will attend N.C. State University in the fall, majoring in environmental science and plans to go on to graduate school.

One teacher, with whom she had never studied under before, made a special impression on Randolph, telling her to just be herself and to keep reading.

Alicia Ferguson taught AP literature to both Randolph and Smith, and has taught at Western for five years.

Near the end, Devin SerranoDiaz then sang the class song, “Today My Life Begins,” by Bruno Mars.

There were 35 commencement marhsals, lead by Myra Holder and Brayden Johnson. They were Keaton Shaw, Isabelle Preston-Crosby, Elaine Garcia-Estrada, Cody

Brown, Aaron Garcia, Noah Kessler, Trevor Dezso, Andrea Kelly, Ricardo Labra, Jasmine Wallace, Levi Basham, Colton Smith, Morgan Anderson, Sidney Lawton, Kaitlynn Wells, Shene Washington, Mackenzie Gallagher, Emma Jones, Aria Keyser, Madalyn Dickens, Jenna Malberg, Patrick Martin, Leah Roberts, Lindsey Matthews, Caleb Smith, William Smith, Taylor Wright, Justin Newsome, Daniel O’Quinn, Katherin Patterson, Connor Smith, Liam Culbretson, Tajmah Geter, Bradley Wilson and Lauryn Bowker.

At right, Western Harnett High School Valedictorian Rebecca Layne Randolph with Senior Class President and Salutatorian Collyn Smith.

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From left, Shante Postles, Sharonda Wyche and Dacia Whittaker briefly celebrate their accomplishments on Saturday.

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From left, Micah Hooker, Trevor Wicker, Connor Graham and Brian Chavis stand proudly a mere hour before they graduated from Western Harnett High School. Shaun Savarese | Daily Record

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Kenneth Mark Barfield Joshua James Barna Andre Rasheen Barnes Jr. Brynna Bethanie Beach Kolby Beck Britney Shaquanna Bell Eric Joseph Bell Jasmine Brewington Kwanna Briana Bell David Dre’go Belle Amber Marie Berry Rebekah Lynn Berry Ania Rae Blackwell Dylan William Bleyl Emily Ann Bogan

Samantha Leigh Bogan Alexandria Leighann Bonertz Abigayle Elizabeth Boudreaux Nicholas Hunter Boudreaux Ashley Janeen Brady Steven Conner Brady Maggie Alexandra Brafford Zackaree Lynn Brake Dakota Wade Branson Jacqueline Elizabeth Brauer Jonathan Michael Broussard Juwhan Devantae Brown Tarah Denay Brown Monty Keith Browning Mychael Evert Bruner

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Congratulations Congratulations Victoria Faith Barefoot

Leslie Brooke Barefoot

South Caldwell High School Hudson, NC

South Caldwell High School Hudson, NC

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We are so proud of you. God was in it and always remember whenever you’re in doubt, God will show up and show out.

We are so proud of you. God was in it and always remember whenever you’re in doubt, God will show up and show out.

Mom and Dad

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All 363 Seniors Walk Stage For Overhills Graduation

Graduate surprised by attendance of sister in military.

BY LAURA PATTERSON Of The Record Staff

Overhills High School’s valedictorian is Sarah Martin, right, and salutatorian is Haleigh Stackpole, left. Laura Patterson | Daily Record

Congratulations

Jordan G. Lee, D.M.D

DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS (May 01, 2018) – Jordan G. Lee, D.M.D., of Benson, NC, has completed the Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) degree at the College of Dental Medicine – Illinois (CDMI) at Midwestern University.

An official graduation ceremony and conferring of degrees was held on the Midwestern University campus in Downers Grove, Illinois on Thursday, May 24th.

It looked like a sea of baby blue when graduating seniors filled the floor of Campbell University’s John W. Pope Jr. Convocation Center. Dressed in their light blue cap and gowns with black and white stoles — the school’s colors — the Overhills Jaguars were the first in Harnett County to walk across the stage with their ceremonies Friday night.

“It’s been a pleasure to work with this year’s students,” said Principal Steve Matthews.

“We had 363 seniors and all 363 are walking across the stage tonight,” reported Mr. Matthews.

“Some are sprinting across the finish line and some are running.”

The class of 2018 valedictorian, Sarah Martin of Sanford, plans to attend North Carolina State University and study computer engineering. Salutatorian Haleigh Stackpole, also of Sanford, has committed to play soccer at Ole Miss (the University of Mississippi) where she plans to major in biology.

Haleigh actually graduated in January and came back to walk with her class during graduation ceremonies.

When speaking to her fellow classmates, Haleigh talked about procrastination. “Due tomorrow means due tomorrow,” she said.

“Do not procrastinate on any of your dreams,” she encouraged graduates. “We cannot procrastinate on living our lives.”

In her valedictorian’s speech, Sarah said, “We have been waiting for this day forever thinking it would not come soon enough.”

“Don’t forget to live in the present,” Sarah said. “We get so caught up in the future that we don’t take time to appreciate the present.

Think about each step you take ... take time to appreciate it.”

DéShawn Hooks had even more reason to become overcome with emotion during the processional when he heard screams from his family and spotted his older sister, Desree Davis-Hooks, who traveled to Harnett County from Fort Drum, N.Y., where she is stationed while serving in the military. DéShawn had not seen his sister in a year and a half.

Before the graduation ceremonies actually began, there was a lot of celebrating going on and many photos taken.

Camryn Grissom and parents

Michelle and Erick Grissom of Spring Lake celebrated with family and friends at Sports Zone in Lillington prior to graduation.

Camryn and her friends and fellow graduates, Skyler Farrar and Malia Hess, posed for pictures together before heading to the Convocation Center.

Malia said she plans to study nursing when she starts as N.C. Central University. She already earned her certified nursing assistant certification while in high school and will start at NCCU as a sophomore. Camryn and Skyler have both joined the National Guard and plan to attend East Carolina University.

Teacher and soccer coach Sydney Gordon posed for photos with two of her players Christin Donovan, a junior marshal, and graduate Sidney Dyer. “Top 10,” said Sidney, who noted she graduated No. 10.

“Academics and athletics,” Ms. Gordon said proudly of her players.

Overhills’ junior marshals also included chief Stephanie Decker, Robert Brown, Makenna Brunson, Bethaney Deuschle, Ariel Drewry, Hannah Flick, Cheyenne Goldwire, Ayres Grice, Kayleigh Linder, Kanan Maeda, Gabriel Morehead, Carolyn Oakley, Isaiah Perez, Linda Rodriguez, Hadley Stewart, Zackary Swisher, Edwin Velazquez and Aja Wilson.

Dr. Lee is the son of Benson residents Curtis and Beth Lee and grandson of Retha J. Lee and the late Julius W. Lee, Jr and Herman Lee and the late Katie P. Lee. He graduated from South Johnston High School in 2005, earned a B.S. in Biological Sciences from North Carolina State University in 2009 and a M.S. in Physiology from North Carolina State University in 2014.

While at Midwestern he served as Class Vice President, received the Dean’s Award for Academic Achievement and is a member of the Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity. Dr. Lee had the honor of being hooded by his wife Dr. Margret Gardner Lee, D.P.T., of West Jefferson, NC. After graduation from Midwestern University, Dr. Lee plans to practice dental medicine at Smiles of Cary Family Dentistry in Cary, NC.

Overhills High School seniors anxiously await graduation ceremonies to begin. Laura Patterson | Daily Record

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Overhills High School graduates pose for a group shot before lining up to make their way into the John W. Pope Convocation Center at Campbell for the graduation ceremony Friday.

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Junior marshal Christin Dolovan, left, gives her soccer teammate Sidney Dyer a high-five. Sidney graduated among the top 10 in her class. Laura Patterson | Daily Record

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West Johnston High School’s 2018 salutatorian is Zachary Langness, left, and the valedictorian is Brody Hall, right. Contributed Photo

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Different Ways To Showcase A Diploma (MS) — After all the pomp and circumstance of graduation festivities, graduates are left holding a highly symbolic piece of paper that has the potential to impact the rest of their lives. Graduates can exhibit pride in their academic accomplishments by prominently displaying their diplomas in their homes.

The following are some ideas about how graduates can showcase their diplomas, whether those diplomas were earned in the recent past or decades ago.

Frames One of the more traditional ways to display a diploma is to have the document professionally mounted and framed under glass. Consider framing with UV-protective glass to prevent the diploma from fading through the years. Avoid having your diploma permanently affixed to the back of a frame or plaque so it can be removed should the frame or plaque become damaged.

Much like a cherished piece of artwork, diplomas can be displayed on walls in a 30

home. They can fit in well as conversation pieces in a sitting room, home office, hallway, or library setting.

Surround With Molding Framed diplomas can be made to look more ornate when built into the design of the room. Coordinate it with bookshelves or molding laid out throughout the space. Some accent lighting can draw further attention to the document.

Bound Books For those who would rather not display their diplomas on the wall, consider sealing the diploma in a photo album or have it classically bound in a decorative book.

Include photos of graduation or other special accomplishments in one’s school or professional career to complete the book.

The diploma also can be scanned and digitally reprinted before being added to a custom-made photo memory book, with the real document tucked away for safe keeping.

Personalized Tables Work the diploma into home decor in another fashion. Graduates who do not plan on moving the diploma can place it into a display case or in a glass peekaboo coffee table.

It also can be affixed to a wooden side table

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and clear-coated so that it becomes another source of conversation in a sitting room.

Diplomas are hard-earned and worthy of display. With some creativity, grads can incorporate their diplomas into their home decor.

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Congratulations, Graduates!

Cape Fear Christian Academy graduate Jace Goldman celebrates his accomplishment with his parents John and Sherry Peregoy.

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Janet Thompson gives a thumbs-up.

The now Hobbton High School graduate will attend Howard University. Lisa Farmer | Daily Record

Kenneth Mark Barfield recieves his diploma cover from Western Harnett High School Principal Chris Pearson.

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Class of 2018!

Overhills High School graduate DéShawn Hooks was overcome with emotion when he spotted his older sister, Desree Davis-Hooks, who arranged to surprise him at graduation traveling from Fort Drum, N.Y., where she is stationed while serving in the military. The siblings had not seen each other in about a year and a half. Laura Patterson | Daily Record

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Nearly 350 Western High School seniors earned their diplomas on Saturday. Of those, 117 graduated with honors (3.25 GPA or higher) and 10 are North Carolina Scholars. Shaun Savarese | Daily Record

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