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Roosevelt High presents diplomas to 100th graduating class; school, students celebrate scholarships and CTE certifications
Summary
Roosevelt High School celebrated its centennial graduating class with speeches from school leaders and the commencement speaker, announced more than $967,800 in scholarship offers, presented an alumni scholarship, and recognized students who earned industry certifications and internships.
Roosevelt High School presented diplomas to its 100th graduating class during a commencement ceremony that combined speeches from school leaders and students with announcements of scholarship awards and career-technical education (CTE) certifications.
The ceremony included remarks from Principal Ina Dancy, who thanked district leaders, staff and families for supporting students, and from the district superintendent, who framed the event with the school's chosen theme. "Elevate is more than just a word," Superintendent Dr. Boricsay said, urging graduates to sustain curiosity and civic engagement. Salutatorian Samaya Glover told classmates, "This is not the end, but the beginning," and valedictorian Wally Ahmad Ibrahimi described Roosevelt as "more than just a building" that served as a foundation for students' next steps.
Why it matters: The event publicly acknowledged academic and career achievements and announced material financial support for graduates, factors that…
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