Pocahontas High School Graduation Ends With Humor
Twenty five Pocahontas seniors, led by co valedictorian Chad Allen Miller and co salutatorian Kenneth Levi Howell, received diplomas Friday. Miller quipped stick a fork in us while Howell likened four years to a four course meal ending with a plan to attend the University of Virginia at Wise. Principal Michael Truman urged classmates to have courage to act on their dreams.
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150 Blue Tornado seniors graduate at Richlands High
In Richlands Virginia 150 seniors from Richlands High School Class of 2002 received diplomas Friday night at Richlands Middle School gym. Valedictorian Jennifer Whittington recalled fears as sixth graders and vowed graduates pursue their dreams. Principal Karen Webb praised growth and thanked parents for support amid trials.
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Mercer County teachers honored at 2002 recognition luncheon
Retirees totaling 1,326 years of service were honored at Mercer County Schools Recognition Luncheon held at The Douglas Center. More than 200 staff gathered to celebrate colleagues leaving the profession with smiles and memories, while detailing each retiree’s assigned schools and roles.
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