It's GRADuation Time!!!

🎓 Embracing the Moment: Reflections on Graduation Day

There’s something uniquely powerful about the sound of a name being called, the applause of loved ones, and the feel of a tassel being moved from one side to the other. Graduation day isn't just a ceremony—it's a celebration of effort, growth, and transformation.

For many, this moment has been years in the making. It’s the culmination of sleepless nights, last-minute deadlines, unforgettable friendships, personal setbacks, and triumphant breakthroughs. It marks both an end and a beginning—a farewell to the familiar and a step into the unknown.

But graduation isn't only about the individual. It's about the people who helped make the journey possible: teachers who challenged and inspired, families who supported, friends who stuck around through highs and lows. It's a collective achievement.

As caps fly into the air and photos are snapped to be remembered forever, one thing becomes clear: you are no longer who you were when you started this journey. You’re stronger, wiser, and ready to take on what comes next.

Whether you're heading into college, the workforce, or taking some well-deserved time to explore, remember that this milestone is proof that you can do hard things—and that your story is just beginning.

Congratulations, Alicia K. Perry and Class of 2025! The future is yours to write.