North Ridgeville Class of 2009 Graduates Despite Accident
About 250 graduates at Stocker Arts Center received diplomas while classmate John Lesko, involved in a morning car crash, could not walk. Officials said he was not seriously injured. Valedictorian Kristen Rohrer urged focusing on core life values. The ceremony featured scholarships totaling about 1.42 million dollars and continued with festive reflections from students and staff.
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Clearview grad thanks adoptive parents and mentors
Clearview graduate Juan Washington thanked his adoptive parents amid emotional remarks about a difficult childhood in the projects. He noted being only the sixth in his family to finish high school and the second to attend college as National Honor Society members urged peers to persevere and pursue education.
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Class of 2009 graduation remarks urge service and perseverance
Keystone High seniors share thoughts on effort and purpose. Evan Kolodey urges focusing on the journey not the destination and supporting family and community. Johnson jokes about adulthood and finances while Hardin honors a resilient grocery worker as a symbol of dedication. Contact Cindy Leen at 929-7245.
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Surprise graduation for hospitalized student in Elyria
Sarah Green, 17, bounces back from devastating injuries after being struck on Route 57 in Elyria. Her MetroHealth care team arranged a surprise graduation at Lorain County JVS with family, friends, and staff attending to celebrate her perseverance.
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