Students have put in the hard work required for success
Hard work got two students the honor of speaking at graduation.
“It feels great,” said Megan McCormick, the valedictorian. “Don’t let anyone doubt you. If people are doubting you, just use that to keep going.”
Student Boston Teague, who earned the position of salutatorian, agreed
“It’s just a great privilege,” he said. “There’s a lot of hard work getting to it.”
The valedictorian and salutatorian are the first-ranked student and second-ranked student respectively.
For their achievement, they receive the honor of speaking at graduation of the class of 2026. This year, it will be Thursday, May 21.
The salutatorian gives the opening address, and the valedictorian gives the final address.
During his time in high school, Teague has developed a passion for math. He is also grateful for close friends that made class fun.
McCormick said English language arts was her favorite subject in school.
“There’s so much freedom in it,” she said.
After they graduate, Teague and McCormick both have big plans.
They both hope to go to the University of Georgia for college.
McCormick advised current students to stay in class so they can succeed.
“If you don’t show up to class, you will regret it, even if it feels like it’s not a big deal in the moment,” she said.