Gettysburg Area High School Class of 2026 Graduation

Added: 2026-05-31

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[00:35:19]Welcome to the commencement ceremony for the Gettysburg Area High School's class of 2026. If you are able, please join me and my classmates in standing for the singing of our national anthem performed by Brog Grody Granger, Max Glass, and Logan Schwarz. And please remain standing for the singing of our school's alma mater.

[00:35:51]Our colors are presented by the high school's JOTC Warrior Battalion.

[00:36:23]Where you guys Oh, say can you see by the dawn's early light, what so proudly we held at the twilight last gleaming.

[00:36:54]Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous fight? Or the ramparts we watched were so gallently streaming.

[00:37:11]And the rockets red glare.

[00:37:16]The bombs bursting in air gave proof through the night that our flag was still there.

[00:37:33]Oh, say does the star spangled B yet wave for the land of the free and the home of the brave.

[00:38:02]The brave.

[00:38:18]Oh Gettysburg and all h to you. We pledge to thee our loyalty, our alma m true. As school days and and years roll by, will faith and faithful be. Oh Gettysburg and white, all honor be to thee.

[00:39:20]You may be seated.

[00:39:28]Good evening, friends, family, faculty, and most importantly, the class of 2026.

[00:39:34]This still doesn't quite feel real real.

[00:39:37]In just mere minutes, we will have officially graduated from Gaysburg Area High School, stepping into a new chapter of life. So, if you're not excited, get excited now. I stand here before the class that didn't get a full middle school experience. We are the class that missed an important stepping stone at the time. It may have felt like a huge setback. How will the class of 2026 ever be prepared for high school? But that's the funny thing. Whether we felt prepared or not, we still did it. We adapted. We learned. We grew. And now just look around. Every single person sitting here on this turf field is about to graduate.

[00:40:18]So, if there's one thing I hope everyone remembers, it's this. Don't let something small throw off your direction in life. There will be setbacks. There will be misstepping stones. The path ahead will not always be straight. But don't give up. Don't let one missed stepping stone convince you that you can't reach where you're meant to go.

[00:40:36]Hold on to your dreams even when the path isn't straight. Keep stepping forward even when things don't go as planned. Because if the class of 2026 has proven anything, it's that we are capable of overcoming challenges we never expected. It's been an honor to serve as your co-president for the class of 2026. Now, let's finish this journey and celebrate something truly special.

[00:40:59]Thank you.

[00:41:07]On behalf of Gayesburg Area High School's graduating class of 2026, it is my pleasure to welcome Milani Johnson.

[00:41:21]Good evening everyone. A special one to my peers, the class of 2026.

[00:41:28]As I stand here before you, I'd like you to reflect on the doors you've passed through in order to get here. To gain completion of an education is an honor worth celebrating with immense gratitude. After all of the laughter, the tests, the friendships, the FNLs, we're finally here. Even though our sixth grade year was cut short, and in seventh grade, we could only see each other with huge masks on our faces, we continued to be a close-knit community within the Gettysburg Area School District. Now, we can go on to exaggerate the CO 19 pandemic to our children, show them videos of old Black Friday, and say that's what it's like trying to get toilet paper.

[00:42:14]Graduation marks the beginning of the rest of our lives which are to be filled with much prosperity and it represents that the process of growth can happen quickly. I mean quietly and finally show itself at the most pivotal moments arriving to this day that marks a drastic change in our lives. I'm sure you all have important individuals within your lives that you're grateful for and who helped you get to this moment. I'd like to take a moment to thank my friends who stood by me through thick and thin and who found all types of ways to rage bait me. Shout out to the Bob City group chat.

[00:42:54]Um I I'd like to thank my aunt Diniana, my brother Joshua, Carol, and the rest of my family for continuing to believe in me and support me through the multiple losses that I face. And my co-workers for providing me with much support and love.

[00:43:12]I'd like to further thank my mother who I wish could physically be here today, but I know she's here in spirit. She believed that I go on to achieve great things and I'll leave I'll live my life in her honor, continuing to do things that would make her proud. Lastly, I want to say thank you to all of the teachers, administrators, and adviserss who helped us get to this day. You played such a huge part in our journey.

[00:43:39]Take a moment to be proud of yourselves because you've worked your way here and you've earned the right to claim yourself as an individual of Gettysburg High School's class of 2026.

[00:43:51]Congratulations, Warriors.

[00:44:01]At this time, I'd like to invite our student committee choice feeder speaker, Nico Ocean, to the stage.

[00:44:29]Good afternoon everybody. This feels weird. Not just because we're all dressed in caps and gowns, but because I never imagined myself speaking in front of this many people. Despite this, I feel honored to be your 2026 class speaker. And I can't thank my peers enough for their support throughout the years we have spent together. Hopefully, I can do our high school experience justice with the speech. To our teachers and coaches, thank you for motivating us, challenging us, and pushing us to become the best versions of ourselves. I was hesitant to mention anyone specifically because I didn't want to leave anyone out since all of you played a role in helping us reach this moment.

[00:45:13]But there are two people I especially want to thank. Thank you, Mr. Armor for not only writing me a letter of recommendation, but for helping me decide my future career path. I also want to thank my running coaches, especially Coach Chris, for always writing for also writing me a letter of recommendation, but for seeing my running potential and then helping me expand and harness it.

[00:45:36]Finally, my biggest gratitude goes out to our parents and families, especially the families who sacrificed everything for their children's education and opportunities. Some families left behind their homes, cultures, languages, and loved ones to give their children a brighter future. And those sacrifices should never go unnoticed.

[00:46:22]Hopefully today we can make every parent in the stadium proud.

[00:46:29]Today we are here to celebrate our graduation, the finish line of our high school journey. Before continuing, I want to ask every graduate a question.

[00:46:41]How have you changed since kindergarten?

[00:46:44]Ignore physical changes because that answer is clear, but rather try to figure out how your values, dreams, and aspirations have changed. I'll boldly say that they've changed drastically in the past 13 years. Over the past 13 years, we've experienced moments that forced us to adapt in ways we never expected. A pandemic changed the way we learned and connected with others. Wars and conflicts around the world created fear and uncertainty about the future.

[00:47:11]We also witnessed the rise of AI and the way it continues to shape our world, including making homework a bit easier sometimes.

[00:47:19]Many of us have also faced personal battles, struggles with mental health, loss, fear, or challenges that at times felt impossible to overcome. And along the way, we lost people we loved, parents, grandparents, friends, and even a classmate who deserved to be walking the stage with us today. Zach, we will never forget you.

[00:47:45]We cannot just focus on the hardships of the journey because the journey provides us with something positive. Change. Too often people fear change because they fear the unknown. But throughout our lives, we've learned that change can open doors, create opportunities, and help us grow into stronger individuals.

[00:48:04]That doesn't always mean changing who you are. Sometimes it means changing your mindset, your goals, or finding the courage to try something new. Using myself as an example, I was afraid to start running after quitting a sport that I played and loved for years. But despite this fear, I allowed this change to occur. And so far, this has been the the best decision of my entire life. And I've achieved so much with running thanks to support from my coaches and peers. Change teaches us resilience, compassion, empathy, and adaptability.

[00:48:39]All qualities vital to success in the future. But to grow, we have to be willing to take that first step into the unknown. Class of 2026, as we embark on a new different journey after graduating, we are more ready for it than we realize. Because throughout our 13 years of school up until this moment, change has allowed us to sharpen our ambitions, our values, and has given us a better perspective on who we want to become. So finally, this is what I want every single person in this stadium to take away from my speech.

[00:49:18]Embrace change. Embrace it with confidence. Change is inevitable and we need to welcome it instead of fearing it. No matter where life takes you next, whether you enter the workforce, serve in the military, or attend college, I encourage all of you to become agents of change. Take advantage of new opportunities. Stand up for your values.

[00:49:40]Support others. And never be afraid of the unknown.

[00:49:45]South African former president Nelson Mandela once said, "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." Today, we complete one chapter of that education as wiser and more confident individuals. And we are one step closer towards changing the world ourselves, allowing change and overcoming our fears. For 13 years, we began each school day repeating the same words together. Now it is our turn to be those agents of change that could give those words meaning, bringing liberty and justice for all by showing kindness, compassion, extending opportunities, and creating a better future for everyone.

[00:50:29]So, class of 2026, as we take off these caps and gowns tonight and step into a completely new chapter of life, remember this. The future is going to feel weird.

[00:50:44]It's going to feel uncertain. It's going to challenge us, but it's also going to change us. But if the last 13 years have taught us anything, it's that we are capable of adapting, growing, and over overcoming far more than we think.

[00:51:04]Congratulations, class of 2026. Let's step into the unknown with confidence.

[00:51:11]Thank you.

[00:51:30]At this time, I'd like to invite our valet dictorian for the Gettysburg Area High School class of 2026, Kieran Platt, to the stage.

[00:51:59]Good evening everyone. Before I get started, I want to take a moment to thank all the families, friends, faculty, and guests that came out today to celebrate the Gettysburg Area High School class of 2026.

[00:52:11]It really means a lot to have you here and it's an honor to be up here and have the opportunity to speak with you.

[00:52:19]I've recently been reminiscing a lot on the past few years and thinking about what I might say to my classmates about our collective experiences and I've realized that aside from the obvious stuff, I can't really speak for all of you. But that's not a bad thing.

[00:52:35]A big part of what's made this time important is how we've grown as individuals. In addition to what we've experienced as a group, everyone has had their own interactions here, their own relationships, their own memories. And ultimately, it's memories coming from unexpected moments that stuck the most for me rather than the hours of classes every I had every day. Sure, those classes were still important, and I remember plenty of them. I remember dissecting fetal pigs or making homemade rockets.

[00:53:08]But what I remember just as well is getting the entire middle school cafeteria to start clapping while Paul ran around a crayfish mask handing out candy.

[00:53:19]I remember making absolutely disgusting looking soup to the lunch table. I remember bringing a microwave to school on anything but a back backpack day only for Mr. L to warn me not to try to take it apart because I could get lethally electrocuted.

[00:53:37]And while I was able to share those moments with some of you, I'm sure you all have your own unique, vivid memories from your time here that don't just come from learning in class, but from the random moments in between.

[00:53:51]Now, for a while, school has taken up most of our lives. Whether you're continuing in college or working or whatever it is you decide to do, it might feel like your entire life is dominated by that path.

[00:54:06]And in a way it is. A lot of your time will probably be taken up by that one big thing.

[00:54:12]But I can't really speak much as to what goes on after high school. What I can say is this.

[00:54:18]Life can be very unpredictable. And often what you're left remembering is the random stuff. So yeah, work hard, study, that's still important, whatever.

[00:54:27]But don't forget about everything else.

[00:54:29]Don't forget to keep making memories.

[00:54:31]Goof off a little. Take risks. live your life and spend time with the people you care about.

[00:54:40]I'd now like to thank a few of the people that I care about. I'll promise I'll keep this short. My parents, my friends, my brother Devin, my grandparents, and the rest of my family.

[00:54:53]I'd also like to thank my teachers that not only excel at teaching, but at being friendly and supportive and overall just nice to be around. And I can't say all that without, of course, mentioning Mr. Godc.

[00:55:10]Now, these are the people that got me here and made me who I am today, but I don't want this to only be about me. So, when you get the chance, extend some gratitude to the people that did the same for you.

[00:55:23]I imagine everyone has a lot of mixed emotions right now. You might feel excited, you might feel sad, or maybe you feel a mix of both. Things may feel random and out of place. So, embrace it.

[00:55:36]Be random. Be spontaneous. There's a good chance that's what you'll remember best. And when you leave here today, enjoy yourself. You've earned it. Thank you.

[00:56:14]Good evening. I'm Jeremy Lusk, principal of the Gettysburg Area High School.

[00:56:17]First, I'd like to praise our student singers, the JOTC color guard, the band way in the back, and our student speakers, William, Milani, Nico, Kieran.

[00:56:29]Thank you. Before we go any further, I'd like to continue a tradition I started a few years ago. It's one I'd like to see continue well after my time here because it's important.

[00:56:40]like to ask all of you around Warrior Stadium who served or have served in our nation's armed forces to please stand so we can say thank you for your service and sacrifices.

[00:57:07]You may be seated. And thank you again.

[00:57:10]I started that a few years ago when my theme of my speech was service, but I don't plan to stop as I said and hopefully it continues uh long beyond my time. Next, I'd like to recognize another important group. Would our Gettysburg Areas High School alumni please stand?

[00:57:31]Round of applause for them as well.

[00:57:40]You may be seated.

[00:57:42]Alums, it's important that we do that because it's essential for these students to keep in mind that they are part of something bigger. An institution that's been here for 140 years at this point. Graduates, you've built on that legacy over the past four years. Be proud of that. This institution has stood for a long, long time. And that will certainly continue. Though it cannot be taken for granted, it requires investment and care from all of us. Let tonight in this celebration of success be a reminder that the need for care is real. There are many who deserve credit for all that care. They've given a lot to the class of 2026.

[00:58:27]So students, look around.

[00:58:31]I mean, look around.

[00:58:35]parents, guardians, educators, administrators, schoolboard members, support staff members of all sorts, administrative assistants, custodians, food service teams, grounds crews, maintenance teams. Let's not forget bus drivers, and the community as a whole. They care.

[00:58:57]Each year leading up to this moment, my mind naturally searches for the right message for our graduates. And regardless of the theme I settle on, each year it's important for me to travel back to 2018 when our valadictorian at the time, Katherine Wagner, taught us all a valuable lesson about mindset with one line. It was a sunny day.

[00:59:19]I'll continue to bring that up each year, not just because it's a tradition for me, but because there's an incredibly valuable lesson in what she shared. The truth is, not all days are sunny where we stand, but each day the sun still shines.

[00:59:37]Katherine's reminder always seems to connect. In some ways, it's a sunny day today. I think some ways it's not.

[00:59:48]We do have an empty chair on the field.

[00:59:51]Empty chair is a reminder that this graduating class has experienced loss. a lost friend never to be forgotten.

[00:59:59]And tough losses can inspire us, remind us, motivate us. Whether it's sunny or not, it's up to us.

[01:00:12]No matter the kind of day you wake up to, I challenge you to do this. Go about it like a warrior.

[01:00:19]All these students deserve significant praise. They are indeed warriors.

[01:00:24]As they walk across the stage this evening, you'll notice that they are adorned with stoalls, cords of different colors, metals, and pins, and decorated caps. These represent their stories.

[01:00:35]Each of these individuals has a story to tell.

[01:00:40]Cloudy days overcome, sunny days enjoyed, times of struggle, and eventual success.

[01:00:48]Ultimately, their story led them here tonight about to graduate.

[01:00:54]But the question that remains is this.

[01:00:58]Where do they go from here?

[01:01:00]Or maybe a better question.

[01:01:03]How do they go from here?

[01:01:06]Students, since about half the age that you are now, we've been encouraging the warrior way. Being here, being involved, being committed, being kind. You've also heard me say hundreds of times, "Go warriors." Those two words have become a thing of sorts for me.

[01:01:25]I'll encounter graduates years removed from our school and they'll say, "Mr. Lusk, say good warriors." So I will.

[01:01:32]Earlier today, I actually wore a t-shirt that a group of students made in a class a couple years back. My face was on it, my signature. And those words, those two words resonate because they aren't just words.

[01:01:47]They're a celebration.

[01:01:49]But much more than that, they're a call to action.

[01:01:54]With those words, I challenge you to be here, and often you were, even on those days that weren't so sunny for you. With those words, I challenge you to be involved in your work throughout your time here is a testament to what you've done. With those words, I challenge you to be committed to your personal pursuit of excellence.

[01:02:15]And look at you now.

[01:02:17]With those words, I challenged you to be kind to those around you. And more often than not, you responded.

[01:02:25]Each year, I write something for the graduates. Class of 2026, this one's for you, and it's titled Go Warriors.

[01:02:37]Go places you've never been.

[01:02:40]Go with purpose, intent to win.

[01:02:44]Go with a goal and a plan to succeed.

[01:02:48]Go with an attitude ready to lead.

[01:02:52]Go with commitment, leaving doubt behind.

[01:02:56]Go after it all, willing to grind.

[01:03:00]Go with a focus to achieve your dream.

[01:03:03]Go on your own or take a team. Go with a heart full of desire.

[01:03:09]Go without fear into the fire.

[01:03:12]Go as a warrior willing to fight.

[01:03:16]Go as a warrior in defense of what's right.

[01:03:21]Dr. Master, before we begin awarding diplomas to the class of 2026, I'll challenge them with those two words one last time before they stand and prepare to become graduates.

[01:03:39]Go Warriors.

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[01:05:58]Landon David Blocker, Magna Cumlad, Nicholas Luke Oceanernadi, Magnakumlady, >> Claire Appalene, Journey Magna Kumlady presented by her parent teacher at high school.

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[01:07:19]Phoebe Rose Windover Kaufman Kumlady Eliza Marie Matthews Kumlad Ava Katherine Far Cumlad Olivia Jean Perry Kumlady, Charles Straley, Shaw, Kumlady, Milani Elizabeth Johnson, Kumlad, Ashley Marie Richwine Kumlad Lauren Elizabeth Holtzabo Kumlad Sophia Ia Brooke Ocean Kumlad Nicholas Barton Parner Kumlady Morgan Nicole Turner Kumlad Parishi Britti Bahanu Kumlady.

[01:09:26]Owen Eugene Aldridge presented by his mother, assistant kitchen manager at the middle school.

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[01:09:57]>> Maria Helen Farah Herzler Male Lee Wright, Franco Marcelo Menace, Amaya, Abigail Josephine Arts, Ashley Gabriella Alvarada Kadinas Delani America Alvarez Orwella Colton Lee Anders, Landon Patrick Andrews, Alexander Angel Corona, Nicholas John Amond, Jolene Katherine Bailey, Mason Allen Bailey, Marco Arturo Barona presented by his mother, kitchen manager at the middle school.

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[01:12:54]>> Tyler Allen Black, Ty William Black, presented by his mother, kitchen manager at James Gettys.

[01:13:26]Men Nicole Bowden, Gavin S. Brat, Amina Brown, Stratton Randolph Brown, Preston Stefan Fernett, >> Michael Joseph Cannon, Benton Corey Salis, >> Jonathan Allen Salis, >> Katherine Abigail Charn Matthew James Chips, >> Gregory James Christian, Ava Lynn Christensen, Alan Kingston, Cleckner, >> Alexa Morgan Kadori, Colin Samuel Conway, Samuel Joseph Kuba, presented by his mother, Secretary at the middle school, >> Carlos Antonio Corona Lucas Matthew Cortina Sandra Yarley Cota Martin, Christian Brent Cotman, >> Lucio Kuo Ramirez, Logan Kramer, Michaela Lynn Crosley, McKenzie Leanne Crosley, Ariadna Morero De Laos A Ralpho Diaz, Oscar Diaz, Hernandez, Christian Salvatore, Dample Samuel John Dickerson presented by his father. former board member.

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[01:20:14]Christian Andrew Foster, >> Guy Thomas Foster, Tayana Meline Monae, A Franklin Riley Kristen Garber Madison Kylie Fay Garcia Ty Matthew Garrettson, >> Sophia Elise Gilmore, >> Elliot P. Glass, Maddox Pierce Glass, >> Elizabeth Marie Gleam, Bailey Morgan Gokenau, Kevin Gonzalez, Selenus, Brody Michael Granger, Mary Jane Danielle Grants, Katherine An Green, Javon Kobe Griffin, >> Dana Azusenna Guen Hernandez, Maximilliano Gutierrez Zapeda Zire Lee Hadllock Kaimani Quali Hagen Emily May Haynes Kristen Hall, >> Olivia Ellen Hall, >> Parker Hine.

[01:23:52]Hanky, >> Zachary Michael Han, Roman Joseph Harik, Riley Lynn Harris, >> Giovani Moises Hernandez, >> Elizabeth Hernandez, Hinoa.

[01:24:50]Wyatt Michael Herring presented by his father, emotional support teacher at the high school, Gavin Edward Hodgeges, Lauren Julia Hodgeges, Rehea Rafferty Hogan, Alexander Glenn Holloway, presented by his father, paraprofessional at Franklin Township Elementary.

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[01:26:36]>> Isaiah Patrick Jackson.

[01:26:53]Tiffany Lynn Jameson, Justin Maximus Jenkins, Alyssa Johnson, >> Ethan Joseph Johnson, >> Amelia Lynn Jones, Lacy Ray Coller, >> Brooke Lois Kckler, >> Austin Steven Keller, Reagan Ashton Kellerman, >> Cash and Twistle, Kessle, >> Adeline Sandra Kerman, Brady Nathaniel Clingler, Michaela Lynn Knox, Chase Michael Coun, Wyatt N. Kricked, >> Jacob Joseph Kz Haley Aken Comp, Kaden Matthew Lar Rochelle, >> Addison Lynn Lver, Joseph Tyler Lial, >> Cassandra Paige Lester, Dylan Scott Louu, Kyle Nicholas Louu, >> Jacob Lewis, Justin Daniel Lightner, Remington Wyatt Long >> Estabban Mazuno Mac Rachel Elizabeth Martinez, >> Alexa Haley Martone, >> Brooke Martin Masonheimimer, presented by her mother, art teacher at Lincoln, Riley Jade Matthysse, Grady William Mcgru, Haley Jaylen McCain, Ava Karen McClean, Wyatt Damon Michaels, Alexandra Fay Miller, Cameron Joseph Miller, Lonnie Christine Miller, Troy Matthew Mullikin, >> Alexandria Fay Meyers, Emma Jane Nichols, >> Ariana Rose Nunaker, Isabella Marie Honorado, Emmy Louise u Lilana Margarita Padilla Jalisa Paracro Leslie Monae Paris Row, Anthony Peralta, Sinuses, Marcos, Antonio Jose, Azus Perez, Marilena Perez, Cardona, Wyatt Thomas Peters, Lillian Ian Grace Pigeon, Ian James Plank, Denise Chandel Pon Mensia, Kira Susan Papovus, Cabell Eli Powell.

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[01:36:30]Isabella Price, >> Marcus Todd Prit, >> Sierra June Raleigh, Amelia Jane Ramirez, Joseph Anthony Rayville, Matthew Curtis Robert, Chase Michael Redden, Chloe May Reese, >> Karen Rico Chimopa, Brody William Riddle, Nancy Rivera Salazar, >> Rebecca Lynn Roberts, Carmela June Rock, Ava Elizabeth Romero, Khloe Isabelle Roser, Bennett Christopher Rutil, presented by his mother, A William Sanchez, San Jose.

[01:38:58]Allison Helena Satderfield, Carlin Jane Schumacher, Katherine Patricia Eon Schwarz, Logan Matthew Schwarz presented by his mother, high school substitute teacher.

[01:39:52]Brody Vincent Cidle, >> Kaden Quinn Sharer, Reese McKenzie Shedder, Nicole Elizabeth Shirley, Abigail Anna Shorb, Austin Nicholas Schultz, Leila Anne Schultz.

[01:40:58]Aaron Smith. Presented by Mother Food Service at the middle school.

[01:41:21]Kaden Lee Smoker Castle, Adam Joshua Spielman, Jackson Marcellis Stanton, Riley Joe Stewart, >> Caleb Allen Stit, >> Jerick Robert Stoddale, Leighton Kain Stove, >> Blake Christopher Staltz, Trey Elizabeth Tarbach, Windish, Becket Taylor, >> Noah Jaden Taylor, >> Matteo Ramiro Torres Martinez, Odre, Janet Valdez, Marcado, Antony Morero, Valet, Roberto to Vargas Hernandez, Jason James Lore Fischer, Nicholas Scott Waller, Julie Tyra Warren, Lucy Jane Watkins, Jeffrey Lee, Catherine Anne Wikert, Tristan James Wert, Levi Garrett Winganger, Colton Michael Wangren, Kaden Matthew West, Nishida Nigia Williams, Sophia Lee Williams, Amanda Amanda Marie Whitmer, Jaylen Marie Wolf, Trenton Cole Wolf, Kennedy Noel Yepson, William Harrison Yordy Chase McCormack Zurk.

[01:46:16]>> Okay.

[01:46:19]>> Aubrey Elizabeth Kohler We would like to recognize two high school graduating students studying abroad this year. Kaia Jean Bougler, Laney Gray Jonas, Good evening, members of the school board, faculty and staff, friends, families, and especially the class of 2026.

[01:47:19]As I stand here this evening, I have the privilege of serving as superintendent, but more importantly, I have the distinct honor of recognizing a class that represents the very best of our community and what it means to be a Gettysburg Warrior. Over the course of this year, I've had the opportunity to visit classrooms, attend events, talk with students, and watch this senior class lead our schools in so many ways.

[01:47:44]I've seen your talents, your kindness, and your ability to support one another.

[01:47:50]You have demonstrated not only academic effort, but perseverance, resilience, and adaptability.

[01:47:57]Those things matter just as much as any grade, award, or accomplishment.

[01:48:04]Your class has helped reignite engagement across our schools and reminded us that success is about more than achievements alone. It's about growth, relationships, character, and the impact we have on the people around us. Tonight marks the end of one chapter, but it is also the beginning of another. Some of you are headed to college, some to the workforce, some to military service, and others are still figuring out exactly what comes next.

[01:48:35]The truth is, you don't need to have your entire future mapped out tonight.

[01:48:41]Very few people do. But here's what I want you to know. You are ready. Not because you have all the answers, but because you have learned how to ask the right questions, navigate challenges, adapt to change, and continue to move forward.

[01:48:59]As you leave Gettysburg, I hope you continue to reimagine success in your own lives. Not by measuring yourself against others, but by finding purpose and making a positive difference wherever you go. With that, I encourage you to carry three things with you.

[01:49:18]First, stay curious, continue to learn, to explore, and to grow long after today. Second, stay connected. The relationships you have built here with classmates, teachers, and your community matter.

[01:49:36]They will continue to shape and support you in ways you may not yet realize. And third, stay grounded in who you are.

[01:49:45]Your character, your values, and your willingness to make a positive impact will define your success far more than any title or accomplishment.

[01:49:56]To the families and supporters here tonight, thank you. Your guidance, encouragement, and unwavering support have helped make this moment possible.

[01:50:06]And to the class of 2026, be proud of what you have accomplished.

[01:50:11]Be confident in where you are going and never underestimate the difference you can make. Congratulations on this amazing accomplishment.

[01:50:27]At this time, the president of our board of education, Miss Alice Broadway, will place the academic medallion on the school flag.

[01:51:17]It's going down.

[01:51:24]Now, will the Gettysburg Area High School's class of 2026 please rise?

[01:51:48]in accordance with the standards of the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the policies and regulations of the Gettysburg Area Board of School Directors and the authority vested in me by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is my honor and pleasure to declare the 140th class of Gettysburg Area High School graduates. You may now move your tassels to the left.

[01:52:21]Congratulations.

[01:52:33]You guys ready?

[01:53:14]family and friends of the Gettysburg High School class of 2026.

[01:53:19]As Mr. Lusk has referenced earlier in this evening. The students have always heard the familiar rallying cry of go warriors. As the class of 2026 prepares to leave ghss for the final time, please stand if you're able and let's give them their final go salute on the count of three.

[01:53:45]Everybody stand.

[01:53:47]One, two, three, go Warriors.