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Michael Clements | Durant Democrat This Durant High School senior cruised out of high school and into his future in this vintage Corvette. This classic convertible was one of many vehicles that participated in the drive through commencement exercise
Cruising into their future Durant Class of 2020 holds historic drive-through commencement BY MICHAEL CLEMENTS michael@durantdemocrat.com The Durant High School Class of 2020 topped off an historic school year with a firstof-its-kind, drive-through graduation ceremony. As he waited for the parade of graduating seniors to arrive at the High School, Superintendent Duane Merideth expressed optimism at the event’s popularity. “We think this is going to be more special than any (graduation ceremony) before,” Merideth said. Merideth, Durant High School Principal Cheryl Conditt and other Durant Independent School District staff came up with the novel commencement exercise to make up for a school year effectively cut short by the COVID-19 Coronavirus. The Oklahoma State Board of Education voted on March 25 to close Oklahoma’s public schools to stem the spread of the virus that originated in Wuhan China. The closure meant that the 2020 graduating class would have no prom, no spring sports, no band, choir, debate or academic competitions, or club activities, nothing other than online classes and checking in with teachers until the year ended. Conditt said District leadership was determined not to let the graduating class miss out on everything. “This is a milestone in their
life,” Conditt said. Merideth said they looked for something unique for Durant’s graduates. Many schools, including Southeastern Oklahoma State University, opted for virtual ceremonies. Merideth said that was a good idea, but he didn’t feel it was quite enough. He said that students and their families deserved something as close to a traditional commencement as possible in the age of social distancing, hand sanitizer and protective masks. It was important to keep the ceremony on the original graduation date because the graduates and their families had been planning for a May 21 graduation since the year began. Merideth said they had only a few weeks to pull of the ceremony which included a parade and radio broadcast. Merideth said district staff, the City of Durant police and fire departments, the Durant Area Chamber of Commerce, KLBC radio and many others have pitched in. “We have a community that has come together. I could not be prouder of our district,” Merideth said. The ceremony began at 4 p.m. with an online video featuring honor graduates making speeches, reciting poetry, and making other presentations. The feature was hosted online at www.fbcdurant.
Durant Independent School District Superintendent Duane Merideth presents a future Oklahoma State University Cowboy with her diploma during the Durant High School graduation ceremony for 2020. The event is the first drivethrough graduation ceremony that anyone can recall and was organized to honor the class that missed out on many of the staples of a high school senior’s final year.
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EMMA KATE SHELTON Durant High School ACTIVITIES: Pride of Durant band member and section leader, Sparkler, HOSA, Student Council, FCA FUTURE PLANS: Attend SOSU SCHOLARSHIPS: Colton Sherrill Memorial, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma College Scholarship
Emma,
We are so proud of you for the wonderful person you are as well as your accomplishments! Stay true to who you are and keep your eyes on the Lord in all you do. Your family will always be here to support you. We love you so much! Love, Daddy, Mom, & Mara Nanny & Pops, Nana & Grandanny
Mason Phillips will be attending SE and will major in aviation. He was selected to be in SE’s President’s Leadership Class. Mason’s dream is to be a pilot. He currently works at the airport and is working on his flight hours every time he gets a chance. Mason was in Youth Leadership Oklahoma his Junior year and also attended Oklahoma Boys State his Junior year. Mason was active in Durant High School Student Council during high school and was in FFA his freshman year. Mason loved playing lacrosse his Freshman, Sophomore and Junior years and got to go with his team to the IMG National Tournament in 2016. Mason was on the varsity tennis team his Junior and Senior years and went to the state tournament his Junior year. We are so proud of Mason and are excited about his future.
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CAYDEN ABRAMS
SALMA ACOSTA
PAYDEN AGUIRRE
JAMEELAH AHMED
MORGAN AKIN
TIMOTHY ALIAZAS
ADRIAN ALLEN
KYLEE ARNDT
ALYSSA ARNOLD
BAILEE ARTHUR
CHET AUSTIN
DILLON BACHMANN
GRACE BAKER
RACHEL BALLARD
JESSIE BARKER
EMILY BARNHART
BRADEN BATES
ARIANNA BERTIS
KYLIE BOLERJACK
KAIJA BRYANT
MADISON BRYANT
CALEB BUCHANAN
HOLDYN BURCHFILED
BLAKE BURKHALTER
CONSTANCE CANNON
KAITLIN CARRILLO
KIERSTEN CARTLEDGE
RUSSELL CHENEY
SARAH CHLOUPEK
JACOB CHRISTIAN
KENSLIE CLARK
KOBE CLARK
ZYARIUS CLARK
ZANDER CLARKSON
MIKAYLA COLE
LAUREN COLLINS
TRINITY COOK
MINDY CORBIN
REAGAN CORBIN
CARLIE CORDELL
HOLLIE COX
ISABELLE COX
WHIT CREASON
SYDNEY CROUSE
ALEXANDRIA CUBLEY
HANNA CUESTA
JOSIE DANIELS
HAYDEN DODSON
TALOA DODSON
RHYS DUDEK
AREN EARLES
CHEYENNE EISEL
KELSIE ELROD
LAZARO ESTRADA
PRESTON EVANS
PAIGE FARLEY
CONNOR FAUSSETT
PARKER FERNANDEZ
RYAN FEUERHELM
LUKE GAINES
PEDRO GARCIA
NATALIE GASKILL
STEPHANI GATLIN
DESTINY GIBBY
SAMANTHA GLINN
JAYKOB GOOLSBY
FULTON GORGES
MEGAN GRAY
PAIGE GREGORY
CALEB GUZMAN
KYLAN HADDOX
HUNTER HAISLIP
APRIL HALL
KATHERINE HALL
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SAMUEL HARRIS
TRISTAN HART
BRANDON HAWKINS
MEAGHAN HAYES
PEYTON HAYES
COURTNEY HEIDLEBERG
KATELYNN HEIDLEBERG
KAYLINN HELMS
TY HENDRIX
KURT HERNANDEZ
SALOMON HERNANDEZ
KATHRYN HERNDON
CHRISTOPHER HICKS
CODY HICKS
CAITLIN HOLLEY
NAOMI HORNER
PEYTON HUDSON
SARED HURTA OLVERA
JACE HUTCHING
JAXON INGRAM
BRIAN JOHNSON
ALXANDER JOHNSON
RYLEE JOHNSON
ANNALEE JONES
JAYSON JORDAN
ALLISON KEEL
MADISON KEEL
DEVON KELLEY
CHYANNE KNOPES
HAYLIE KREITZ
DYLAN LAMB
KACEY LANGSTON
AARON LATHAM
TIMOTHY LAUGHLIN
KAYLE LAWSON
MACKENZIE LAYMAN
MADISON LAYMAN
NOAH LEONARD
SETH LEONARD
COLTON LEWIS
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DANIEL LONG
BRYSON LYDAY
ROBERT LYNCH
KAYLEE MAKKE
BRIAN MANDEVILLE
ISIAH MARRIS
BENNY MARSHALL
JERAMIAH MARTINEZ
CODY MCCARTY
COOPER MCCOY
DAERK MCDONALD
JILLIANN MCELROY
JAZEN MCKEE
JOSHUA MCKIM
KADEN MELTON
SAMMY MIGUEL
DARIUS MILLER
CADENCE MOORE
OLIVIA MOORE
KADEN MULLENS
BRENDON OSBORNE
VIANEY PADILLA CASTRO
MORGAN PAGE
SEBASTIAN PERRY
MASON PHILLIPS
JARED PIERCE
BROOKLYN PILGREEN
RAYVAN POLK
BALEE POLSON
AUTUMN POST
JOSEPH POTEET
BRADEN RAINES
AUSTIN RAPIER
ELENA RAYMUNDO
ANDREW REDMAN
AUSTIN REINECKER
JAMES RHYNES
MADILYN RHYNES
LEXTON RIDENOUR
BRADY ROBISON
RYAN ROBISON
KALEE RUSH
TRINITY RYMEL
SAYRA SALINAS
SUMMORA SANSOM
JACKSON SEAY
JEFFREY SEIDEL
ALLISON SHEFFIELD
RAINNIE SHEFFIELD
JAYCIE SHELBURNE
EMMA SHELTON
D’AVION SHIELDS
KALEB SHIELDS
MYA SMITH
EMMA STAFFORD
SAVANNA STILWELL
SIERRA STURCH
LOGAN SULLIVAN
VIVIAN TAYLOR
CINTHIA TERRON
TANNA THOMAS
HARMONY TRAUTMAN
BRENDA UGALDE
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TREW WALDROP
BRYLAN WANDEL
TRSTIAN WARREN
HEATH WATKINS
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CHARLES WHITE
ZACHARY WHITE
WILLIAM WHITLEY
EVELYN WILKERSON
COLTON WILSON
KYRA WILSON
SETH WILSON
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MICHAEL WINGFIELD
JASON WOOD
ISAIAH KAHILL DEJORA WRIGHT
JEFFERY YOUNGBLOOD
JAMES ADAMS
BEN HOLT
BRETT DIMAS
DYLAN MEYER
BRITAIN POSEY
EMILEE SCOTT
CADEN CHOATE
CALLIE DIGGS
CHAYTON NED
LEONARD LITTRELL
MIA KNIGHT
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Bailee Arthur Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, OK Honor Society, OK Academic Scholar
Jessie Barker Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, OK Academic Scholar, Academic All-State Nominee
Kylie Bolerjack Honor Graduate, National Honor Society
Academic Accolades
Cayden Abrams Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, Oklahoma Academic Scholar
Jameelah Ahmed Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, OK Honor Society, OK Academic Scholar
Morgan Akin National Technical Honor Society
Sarah Chloupek Oklahoma Honor Society
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Lauren Collins Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, OK Honor Society
Mindy Corbin Honor Graduate, Oklahoma Honor Society, OK Academic Scholar
Carlie Cordell National Honor Society, Oklahoma Honor Society
Isabelle Cox National Honor Society
Sydney Crouse National Honor Society, Oklahoma Honor Society
Alexandria Cubley National Honor Society, Oklahoma Honor Society
Josie Daniels National Honor Society
Cody Hicks Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, Oklahoma Honor Society
Jaxon Ingram National Honor Society
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Luke Gaines National Honor Society, Oklahoma Academic Scholar
Natalie Gaskill Oklahoma Honor Society
Steven Hall Oklahoma Academic Scholar
Kathryn Herndon Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, Oklahoma Honor Society
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Kai Liwai is the daughter of Jack and Dottie Liwai. She was a member of the Durant Band program for 5 1/2 years playing Alto Saxophone and the Oboe. Kai was also a member of the Durant Choir organization for 7 years. She qualified for State Solo and Ensembles for several years. Kai also had the opportunity to travel with Oklahoma Ambassadors of Music in the summer of 2017 performing her way across Europe. She has also been involved with the Oklahoma Shakespearen Festival for 13 years, performed in two High School musicals and three Broadway Lights productions. Her future plans are to have a career in healthcare.
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Sara Liwai National Honor Society
Bryson Lyday Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, OK Honor Society
Robert Lynch Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, OK Honor Society
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Joshua McKim Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, OK Honor Society
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Balee Polson National Honor Society, Oklahoma Honor Society
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Joseph Poteet O Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society
Elena Raymundo National Technical Honor Society
James Rhynes National Honor Society, Oklahoma Honor Society
Vivian Taylor Academic All-State, Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, OK Honor Society, OK Academic Scholar, National Merit Finalist.
Brenda Ugalde Honor Graduate, Oklahoma Honor Society, National Honor Society
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Madilyn Rhynes National Honor Society
Kalee Rush Honor Graduate, Oklahoma Honor Society
Rainnie Sheffield National Honor Society
Emma Stafford Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, Oklahoma Honor Society
Sierra Sturch Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, Oklahoma Honor Society, Oklahoma Academic Scholar
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Brylan Wandel Honor Graduate, Oklahoma Honor Society
Karli Westmoreland National Honor Society
Zachary White Honor Graduate, National Honor Society, OK Academic Scholar
Seth Wilson Honor Graduate, National Honor Society
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Bailee Jo Arthur is the daughter of Jerry and Shannah Arthur. Bailee is the Senior Class President for the class of 2020 and is proud to have served in the Student Council at DHS for three years. She is a member of the National Honor Society and the Oklahoma State Honor Society. She is a three-time Oklahoma State Powerlifting Individual Champion and a two-time Oklahoma State Powerlifting Team Champion. She also holds a championship award at the national level in USAW Youth Weightlifting organization. One of many of Bailee’s highlights from her senior year was the honor of representing the Fellowship of Christian Athletes as their homecoming queen candidate. She is proud to have been so involved with FCA throughout high school as well as her youth group at FBC Durant. Bailee will be attending Oklahoma State University in the fall of 2020. She has plans to pursue a degree in Physiological Pre-Med and attend Medical School thereafter. She has been accepted into the Oklahoma State University Honors College and will participate In the Freshman Research Program. Her parents and extended family would like to wish her luck as she begins her next adventure. We love you and know God has big plans for you.
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The 2020 Band seniors are a special group of students. We’ve had a memorable year and an unusual ending; however, they will succeed because of the work ethic and skills they learned by being a band team member. As their director, I am proud of their accomplishments in high school and I know they will be successful in their chosen field. Thank you for sharing the last 7 years with the Pride of Durant.
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EMMA SHELTON
KALEB SHIELDS
CINTHIA TERRON
OLIVIA WILSON
SIERRA STURCH
Over the last 7 years, we’ve watched the DHS Band seniors grow as musicians and become strong young men and women. It has been our honor to support their activities and to be their cheerleaders from the sideline. Always remember the lessons you learned by being in an award-winning band. You’ve won accolades on the field and on the concert stage, now go take what you’ve learned and apply it to your chosen field. DHS Band Booster Club and the DHS Band Director Staff 2020
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Ashlynn Weatherford-Emert
Austin Landrum
Brady Edwards
Cassidy Horn
Chance Reed
Charles Quaries
Dave Quarles
Haylee Hampton
Jackie Todd
Jonathan Harris
Justin Howard
Karah Manry
Koby Faulkner
Kyle Strobecker
Leah Kelly
Mason Bowers
Natalya Cook
Paxton Hutchings
Sierra Morris
Stran Sisemore
Trent Gibby
Zac Howard
Zediah Westbrook
College Bound Mason Bowers KTC
Natalya Cook-Macia SOSU
Karah Manry KTC
Brady Edwards College or KTC
Charles David Quarles SOSU
Trent Gibby Electrician Apprenticeship
Jackie Todd SOSU
Cassidy Horn KTC
Ashlynn Weatherford-Emert KTC
Zachary Howard SOSU
Zediah Westbrook SOSU
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The Class of 2020 then paraded through town beginning at 12th and Main proceeding down Main before taking a left on 1st Street, then to Gerlach Drive. The graduates followed Gerlach to the main entrance loop of the high school. Once there they lined
up to receive their diplomas in their cars. Much of the event was livestreamed on the Internet. Thursday night Conditt said she was happy that her students would get something special for their sendoff. As she waited for the parade to arrive, Conditt said that
while the commencement was unique, her wish for the graduating seniors was the same she’s had for all her graduating classes. “We wish them all the success in the world,” Conditt said. “Just don’t forget us, come back and see us.”
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COLBERT HIGH SCHOOL
ALEIGHA COBLE
ANGEL PEREZ
AREIL LOVE
BRADEN MUELLER
BRENDEN BARNETT
BRIDGETT HORN
CAITLIN SCHEMMEL
CALEB GRAVES
CARLOS SEGURA
CARSON YOUNG
CHELSIE THOMISON
CODY BAKER
COLBEN CUMMINS
COLBY CUMMINS
CORY BLACKSTOCK
DAKOTA HOGUE
DANICA OLGUIN
DENNIS BOES
DILLON WINGER
DUSTY PEEBLES
ELIAS MIGUEL
EMERALD STEWARD
ETHAN WHITE
GRACIE MCMAHAN
JACOB CROWSON
JIMMY SHORES
JORDAN PESINA
JOSHUA HERRICK
KASSIE PENDERGRASS
KAYLEE BACKEST
KEANNA ADAMS
Way to Go! What is a gap year? And should grads take one? Members of the class of 2020 have many decisions to make in the coming months. Many high school students enroll in trade schools or colleges
after graduation, while college graduates start their careers or begin their pursuit of advanced degrees when their undergrad days draw to a close. But
more and more high school and college graduates are taking gap years. According to the SEE GAP, PAGE 20
May your graduation be the beginning of many more achievements to come.
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It’s time to throw up your hats and celebrate. Congratulations, Class of 2020!
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KINZEE COKER
KYLELYNN SNEED
LEVI SINOR
MADISON GARNER
MARINA DALLY
MCKINLEE WEGER
PRESTON PACE
RANDEN GIBSON
REYNALDO GONZALEZ
RONALD HERRICK
SHALEY GIBSON
TANDA USREY
WESLEY BOOTH PANEL
ZACHARY JONES
Schools closed, but the work went on BY MICHAEL CLEMENTS michael@durantdemocrat.com According to his mother, Connor Wade thought he had hit vacation pay dirt when the Oklahoma State Board of Education closed schools on March 25. The Durant Intermediate School student had just returned from Camp Goddard and saw an extended summer before him. “Getting back into (a classroom) routine was a little bit of a struggle,” said his Mom, Terri Nixon. Connor’s older sister, Olivia Wilson, had a different kind of struggle. While Connor dreamed of breaking the classroom chains, Olivia was coming to grips with all she was missing. She was a graduating honors student concurrently enrolled in classes at Durant High School and Southeastern Oklahoma State University. While her little brother focused on getting his school work done quickly so as not to miss any
Matt Swearengin | Durant Democrat Olivia Wilson, right, picks up her cap and gown in preparation for the Durant High School drive through graduation. Wilson and other students had to adjust to completing school at home while missing many of the activities and milestones that graduating seniors enjoyed in past years. bonus vacation time, Wilson tried to focus on her college courses and not the canceled band, choir, academic and social activities she had been looking forward to.
“She went into a little bit of a funk, but then she realized she’s got bigger fish to handle,” Nixon said. Charlotte Hamil’s sons, Drew, and Zacha-
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ry, also had to cope with the unexpected time on their hands. Like Wilson, the Hamil brothers, are honor students. The Durant Independent School District adminis-
tration decided that students would end the year with the grades they had when everything shutdown unless they wanted or needed to improve their grades. Students who needed to pass, or who simply wanted to improve their GPA, could receive work packets each week and do online classes. Under this plan, a student could only improve their grades. Any work that had a negative impact would not be counted. As honor students Wilson and the Hamils opted not to do the extra work. Hamil said her sons took advantage of the time to hone their skills in some of their favorite pursuits. Zachary, who will be a senior next year, spent much of his time working on animation and maintaining his YouTube channel. Drew is preparing for his sophomore year, and focused on music. Connor, like many of his classmates, took the work packet. He made
the most efficient use of his time by completing all the work on Monday, leaving the rest of his week free. Nixon said both her kids were helped by teachers who checked in with them regularly. In Connor’s case they ensured he stayed focused and provided the assistance they would have provided in the classroom. For Olivia, they helped her remain connected to the school life that she was missing. Hamil and her husband operate a home health business and Nixon works for the Choctaw Nation. Both have been working from home. Hamil was impressed with how well her sons took the change stride. Both Moms were initially concerned over how they would handle the time at home. “My boys probably handled it better than I did, it was like a shock to my system. They were like ‘It is what it is,’” SEE CLOSED, PAGE 22
CONGRATULATIONS As you turn the page to the next chapter, the future is yours to write. Fill it with new experiences, good people and rewarding choices that help make the world a better place.
Best wishes to all of the dedicated seniors who are celebrating their graduation today!
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SILO HIGH SCHOOL
IRIDIAN AGUINAGA
GRACIE CATER
SAMANTHA CROSS
CARSON ATWOOD
BLAZE CRYER
HALLY BOLLIER
MIKAYLA DOUGLAS
SEBASTIAN CASTRO
BRITT DUNCAN
KORBEN FORD
BRETT FORGY
DELANI FRANK
SARAH GOINS
MADISON GORDON
MADDIE HAYES
ABIGAIL HICKS
LUKE JESTIS
HALLIE JONES
HANNAH JONES
CASEY KASS
SKYLER LUNDY
HANNA MANNERS
AMETH MARTINEZ
GABRIELLA MARTINEZ
THOMAS MATEJKA
TEERONIE MCCANN
CORD MCDONALD
MADILIN MCKAY
RANDI MCLARRY
COLTON MILKS
MADELINE MILKS
TARA NELSON
TREVAN NELSON
MEGAN NORTHCUTT
KIERSTEN OAKES
LAUREN PHILLIPS
KEVIN POSEY
JUANA RAMIREZ
HEATHER OLANESE
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As you celebrate the culmination of your academic efforts, we’d like to extend our warm congratulations. May your diploma open all the right doors on your path to success.
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ASHLYNN SALSBURY
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ANGEL WAUGH
ANGEL WILSON
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American Gap Year Association, a gap year is defined as an experimental semester or full academic year taken between high school and college grads in order to deepen practical, professional and personal awareness. Students often take a break from school as a chance to travel or gain some professional experience. Others use gap years as a chance for personal exploration before moving on to the next chapter in their lives. Gap years may once have been looked at unfavorably, but they have evolved from such perceptions into oppor-
tunities to volunteer abroad, learn a new language in a foreign land, visit one’s ancestral homeland, or work as an intern. While many students take gap years prior to entering college, even college graduates can benefit from taking time off after earning their degrees. Gap years are now seen as a way to improve a curriculum vitae and gain relevant work experience in a particular field. The resource GapYear.com indicates employers actively employ people who have taken a gap year, prefering candidates who have real-world experience. Preparation is necessary before diving head first into a gap
year. Students can speak with people who have already taken gap years and ask questions. Graduates should approach the decision of whether or not take a gap year just as they would any other large, life-changing decision. Experts say that it can take between nine and 12 months to plan a gap-year itinerary. Finances are a consideration, and gap years require ample savings and a carefully constructed budget in order to be transformed from a dream into a reality. Gap years are a growing trend that can help students improve their résumés, see the world and gain invaluable experience.
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Hamil said. Nixon said the biggest issue was often computer access with both Wilson and Conner needing the online time. Hamil said that once they got into a schedule, they found some positives. She said they have always tried to have dinner as
a family. Since everyone was working from home nightly family dinners was almost guaranteed. She said Zachary told her he was grateful for the family time. “We’re kind of lucky we’re getting this extra time with (Dad),” Zachary told her. Nixon is appreciative of the drive-through graduation ceremony Durant hosted for the
senior class. She said it helped Wilson and her friends to salvage at least one special memory from their milestone year. Driving down Main Street and hearing people cheer and encourage them reminded the young people that their families, community, and school district were standing behind them. “It was amazing,” Nixon said.
Congratulations Daughter of Grady and Angela Smith and Scott Waddell. Sage moved from her Huntington Beach house in Southern California and moved to Durant Oklahoma in 2014 loving the country living! Sage has been part of Rock Creek High Schools Academic Team for 4 years. She has also been part of the Pirtle House of Nightmares haunted house for the past 6 years helping raise money for the community center. Her involvement with the Oklahoma Shakespearean Festival for the past 5 years has helped her grow and guide her to her future endeavors. She would love to have a career in Theatre because to her, The Arts Do Matter!!
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Gift ideas for high school graduates High school graduation is a significant milestone in the lives of teenagers. The moment a teenager receives a high school diploma marks the culmination of years of hard work, and many parents and extended family members reward that hard work with gifts. The transition from high school student to college student or working professional is significant, and various items can help make that transition go as smoothly as possible. • Travel gear: Whether it’s utilized during road trips with roommates or on those handful of occasions when students come home on holiday breaks, travel gear can make for a useful gift for new high school graduates. A sturdy backpack/ duffel bag combo can be ideal. It’s great for college students who might not be ready for more expensive luggage, and it can be ideal for high school students taking gap years to do some overseas traveling before enrolling in college. • Coffee machine: A pot of fresh coffee can make late-night cram sessions or hours spent typing research papers into the
wee hours of the morning more manageable. For students who will be living in crowded dorm rooms, opt for small coffee machines that don’t take up much space, such as those that are traditionally found inside hotel rooms. • Television: Parents want to imagine their college-bound teenagers spending hours holed up in the library. But college kids watch plenty of television, too, so a new television can make for a great gift that figures to get ample use. • Academic planner: College course loads tend to be considerably more demanding than high school coursework. An academic planner can
help new college students manage the rigors of their coursework by encouraging them to plan their days and weeks, ensuring no classes are missed and no assignments go unfinished. • Cash: Cash can make a great gift whether a grad is heading off to college or entering the workforce. Cash can help college students pay for their books and help those entering the workforce purchase a reliable car that will help them get around. Gifts for newly minted high school graduates can help them transition to the next phase of their lives, whether that will begin on a college campus or in the workforce.
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SOBBY SINGH SOSU Victory Life Academy congratulates Sahib "Sobby" Singh as a 2020 Senior. His online commencement will take place on May 8, 2020. Sobby is an athlete and enjoys basketball at VLA. He was crowned basketball homecoming king this year. His future plans are to attend Southeastern Oklahoma State University in the fall.
Enjoy every moment of this milestone day, as you celebrate your graduation with the friends, family and teachers who have encouraged and supported you along the way. Today is just the beginning of a bright future ahead for you, and we look forward to celebrating your continued success.
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Graduation season is a bustling time of year. Not only are there many school-sanctioned, graduation-related events to attend, but also job fairs or other opportunities for grads to contend with. Many soon-to-be graduates also host parties of their own. Even though the school lessons may be finished, there is still much to learn — especially as it applies to throwing a successful party that marks the end of school. 1. Set a budget. As with any other party planning, a budget is key to determining the scope and affordability of what you may have in mind. It may dictate whether you’re hosting a party at home with some finger foods or hosting something more elaborate. 2. Speak to your graduate. Ask the future graduate what he or she desires of the party. After all, this is about the grad and not necessarily the parents. Does he or she want a party at all? If so, should it be an intimate gathering or a come-one, come-all event? 3. Pick a date carefully. If your town’s school has graduation in May
or June, you’ll be fighting the crowds and competing with many other people for vendors and services. Think about hosting the graduation party after party season slows down, such as in July. This reduces the likelihood of scheduling conflicts. 4. Send invitations early. The experts at Shutterfly.com advise sending invitations at least a month in advance of the party. This way guests can mark the date and plan accordingly. Formal invitations are fitting for a formal occasion, so skip the casual invite text and use a paper or digital invitation instead. 5. Clue in neighbors. If the idea is to have a party at home, don’t leave neighbors in the dark about a large group of people descending on the street. Be courteous and let them know you’re expecting crowds and noise. Better yet, invite some neighbors to join in the fun. 6. Provide extra seating. Give guests plenty of places to congregate. Borrow or rent extra tables and chairs to maximize comfort. 7. Consider catering. Whether you host a
party at home or at a venue, professional caterers can take a big load off of your shoulders. Let the experts calculate how much food is needed and then be on call to set up chafing dishes or buffet bars. If your grad prefers fast food, many franchises now offer catering as well. 8. Set up beverage stations. Chances are you’ll have a mix of adults and underage guests in attendance. Set up alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverage stations that are clearly marked. Enlist the help of someone to monitor the spirits so that everyone drinks responsibly. 9. Share the memories. A photo board or another way to highlight photos of the graduate can take guests on a trip down memory lane. 10. Plan some activities. Whether it’s a DJ, a favorite game like volleyball or a karaoke machine, give guests something to do to stay engaged. Graduation parties are something to think about well in advance of the big day. With planning and follow-through, special occasions can be successful.
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CONGRATS, CLASS OF 2020. We are proud to call a town with such smart, dedicated, and ambitious students home. We wish you the best of luck on the road ahead.
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