Jordan’s High School Graduation
From Manheim Central
Friday, June 5
The auditorium of Lancaster County Bible Church is a great place for a large graduating class of 260+ students, as there are large screens which make it possible for the audience to see speakers, musicians, and students.
Prior to the opening ceremony, there was a PowerPoint presentation on the side screens. All of a sudden, there was a picture of Jordan with his senior project – a gun cabinet. If you follow my blog, you will remember that Cerwin was his mentor for this project.
I was surprised and pleased that I captured this picture, as they didn’t stay on the screen very long – and because there were so many students, we didn’t see it a second time.
Jordan (left) and his walking partner entering the auditorium to Pomp and Circumstance.
He probably won’t like this picture, but it was one of those times when there wasn’t a second chance to take a picture.
Walking onto the stage.
A screen photo during the Star Spangled Banner.
Welcome by Mr. Arlen W. Mummau, High School Principal
A few of the graduates on stage.
There were several musical performances, which were all excellent. However, Xylophonia, a duet on the marimba and piano, was my favorite.
We were glad for the auditorium screen, because the girls were on the opposite side of the stage from where we were sitting, and hidden by the graduates.
The seniors whose responsibility it was to speak, did great jobs on their orations.
The Challenge to the Class of 2009 was by Mr. Jospeh Wells – a Manheim Central teacher for thirty-two years.
He has been the “voice” of Baron Football for the past thirty years, and the locals will also recognize him from Strasburg Railroad and WDAC Christian radio.
“Risk going out on a limb, because that is where the fruit is.”
“If you want to make the best choices, make choices that meet your core values.”
His main thrust to the graduates was on finances…
1. Savings Matter
2. Find the fine print
3. Focus on the total cost
4. Debt is the great divide
5. There is a permanent record
I love this picture I captured of Jordan looking toward us just after his row stood, prior to receiving their diplomas.
Receiving his diploma
I was disappointed that I wasn’t prepared to take a picture when everyone threw their caps in the air, but I did get this of someone throwing his a second time.
Jordan and his walking partner leaving the same door they entered two hours earlier.
He and his parents agreed on a meeting place – which was important because there were close to 2,000 people in the audience.
A hug from Mom
A bear hug from Dad
With his dad and mom – our son Jeff and daughter-in-law Chris.
With his other grandma, Lois.
With his adopted grandma and neighbor, Mary Jane
His brother, Nate, tried to be cool with a turned up collar – and tall by standing on tiptoes. Jordan pretended he didn’t know him!
Since I missed the cap throwing, I asked Jordan to throw his in the air.
High school graduation is now behind him.
He is checking on the requirements and possibilities of beginning a career in the financial field.
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Congratulations, Jordan!
We love you and are proud of you.
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