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Joseph Mihevc, 18, takes a moment to reflect before the start of the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Delaney Wellington, 17, hugs English teacher Heidi Dunn in the auxiliary gym before the start at the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Julia Craddock, 17, left, and Brianna Velasco, 18, cool off in an auxiliary gym before the start of the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Abdelaziz Aboshadi, left, and Cody Aldworth stand before the start of the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Mason Brakefield smiles after receiving his diploma at the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Alyssa Brown reacts with emotion after Principal Jeff Prickett reads a farewell address to the Class of 2018 during the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
The Class of 2018 throws their caps after the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Cayla Simpson poses for a portrait with her mom, Sharon Love, after the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Emmanuel Villasenor stands after being recognized for recently enlisting in the military at the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Lucas Begrowicz leads his classmates in a final fight song during the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Delaney Wellington delivers an honors address to her classmates and faculty during the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Principal Jeff Prickett reacts after Delaney Wellington finishes a speech during the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Principal Jeff Prickett pauses to recognize and thank present and former military during the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Teacher Kathi Freiberger stands along with other faculty while students and guests applaud at the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Matthew Cantwell, center, listens to the closing words delivered by Principal Jeff Prickett during the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Krysta Cichy receives her diploma during the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Lindsay Huff hugs Principal Jeff Prickett before receiving her diploma at the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Jennifer Miller takes the stage before receiving her diploma at the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
The Class of 2018 is applauded by faculty after receiving their diplomas at the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
May Mohr smiles after walking out with her diploma during the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.
Denise Beyer poses for a portrait after the 98th annual commencement ceremony Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at McHenry East High School.