High school seniors across Chautauqua County this weekend are celebrating the transition to the next chapter of their lives, with commencement ceremonies taking place this weekend. Dunkirk High School's graduation ceremony for the Class of 2022 was held Saturday morning at Karl Hoeppner Field. Superintendent Mike Mansfield congratulated the graduates for their accomplishments, and told them that they will "always have a home in Dunkirk"...
Mike Mansfield: you always have a home in Dunkirk
Class President Sebastian DeGolier spoke about the challenges his class has faced. He referred to the school year as a "wild chapter" in their lives, which included dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic...
Sebastian DeGolier: we defied the odds
Class valedictorian Genesis Cosme and salutatorian Natalie Norton were also among the speakers during Saturday's commencement.
Fredonia High School will hold its commencement ceremony today at 1:30 PM.