Patterson High holds commencement

Patterson High Schools Class of 2023 walked across the gym floor to shouts of excitement Friday evening as the commencement proceedings began with the top graduates bring in the traditional cedar rope.
Senior Class President Zaire Gore was mistress of ceremonies for the evening. School Counselor Rachel Auenson announced the multitude of awards and scholarships that each graduate earned.
Representing the senior class as speaker was Emily Ackman, who in her closing statements said, "We may not change the world, but we can sure try!"
Principal Courtney Andrews followed with her inspirational speech and ended by reminding the graduates, "You can always call this place home ... once a Lumberjack, always a Lumberjack!"
The presentation of diplomas followed by Andrews and Gidget Everitt.