By Rachel Ohm, Morning Sentinel FARMINGTON — As the Class of 2018 at Mt. Blue High School gathered in the school’s gymnasium Sunday afternoon, they were called on to think about their future and how they want to define themselves. “Consider the traits you are most proud of and forget the ones you dislike,” said […]
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Grads told humor and bravery are keys to success
By Valerie Tucker, Special to the Sun Journal SALEM TOWNSHIP — Courage and laughter were words of advice given to the Class of 2018 at Mt. Abram High School as they received their diplomas Friday night. “Always have the courage to write the narrative you long for,” Valedictorian Kelsey Wood said. Throughout high school, others […]
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Spruce Mountain High School graduates encouraged to exceed expectations
JAY — Spruce Mountain High School’s 83 seniors listened intently at Sunday’s graduation ceremony as retired U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Helaina Lake challenged them to set high expectations for themselves. Lake, who was seriously wounded during her military service in Afghanistan, spoke of the obstacles she had overcome after she was wounded. She told the […]
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Leavitt grads told it is time to get involved
MacKenzie Treadwell smiles at Justin Day as the pair march into the Leavitt Area graduation Sunday afternoon at The Colisee in Lewiston. (Andree Kehn/Sun Journal) LEWISTON — Leavitt Area High School opened in 1897, thanks to a concerned resident, James Madison Leavitt, who wanted to make a difference in his community. On Sunday afternoon, Principal Eben Shaw addressed the newest […]
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Oxford Hills graduation speakers urge gratitude, love
PARIS — The sound of bagpipes and a warm, sinking sun set the scene for 207 young men and women to graduate from Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School on Saturday evening. Both the graduates and those in attendance were treated to some insightful advice from speakers. “The sheer act of gratitude causes happiness and social […]
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Mt. Blue seniors dedicate 2018 yearbook
FARMINGTON — Students in the Mt. Blue High School Class of 2018 dedicated the 2018 yearbook to Tom Ward, retiring superintendent of Regional School Unit 9. The theme of the yearbook is The Last to Leave. Students and staff highlighted Ward’s commitment to the school and his daily presence at the school. They assembled for […]
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Telstar graduates urged to 'get lost'
BETHEL — Graduating seniors at Telstar High School on Friday evening were urged by top scholar Gaelan Boyle-Wight to “get lost.” “There’s usually a negative image that goes with that phrase, but tonight it has a different meaning,” Boyle-Wight said. “When you get lost, you find out new information and meet new people.” He encouraged […]
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Spruce Mountain seniors greet pupils in Livermore
Spruce Mountain High School Class of 2018 marshals Kiarra Richards and Peter Bussiere lead a march through the halls at Spruce Mountain Primary School in Livermore on Friday. (Pam Harnden/Livermore Falls Advertiser) Pupils at Spruce Mountain Primary School in Livermore give high-fives to class marshal Peter Bussiere, right. Class marshal Kiarra Richards is second from […]
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OHCHS val, sal and top 5 percent recognized
PARIS — The Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School graduating class of 2018 presented its Top 5 Percent students at the June 4 Board of Directors meeting. “It’s a great group of kids,” said Principal Ted Moccia before each of the students, accompanied by family members, introduced themselves to the board at the June 4 Board of […]
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Buckfield's top honors students plan health careers
BUCKFIELD — The valedictorian and salutatorian for Buckfield Junior-Senior High School’s Class of 2018 both plan to become health care providers. Valedictorian Seneca Jacobs of Buckfield is planning to study nursing this fall at Central Maine Community College in Auburn, while Salutatorian Madison Porter of Sumner plans to attend Husson University in Bangor to study physical […]