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MINOOKA – Excitment was in the air Sunday evening as Minooka High School Class of 2015 stepped into the Minooka High School Central Campus athletic stadium.
Family and friends filled the bleachers and cheered as the 626 graduates proceeded to their seats to start the ceremony.
Despite the windy conditions, the sky was clear and the sunset was brilliant. The ceremony, which was originally scheduled for 2 p.m., was postponed until 7 p.m. due to the threat of inclement weather.
The ceremony began with the senior choir members singing “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Principal Matt Wikoff then welcomed everyone to the 2015 Minooka High School Graduation Ceremony.
Senior Olivia Salazar, the salutatorian, delivered a spirited address to her fellow students.
“We will change the world!” Salazar said and further added, “The opportunities are endless.”