Washington High School’s 123rd commencement was held Thursday, May 23, at Washington High School’s Scanlan Stadium.

There were approximately 315 seniors in the Class of 2024 who received diplomas.

Washington High School Principal Dr. Eric Turner welcomed guests to commencement and introduced administrators and Board of Education members on or near the stage. He also gave the closing remarks.

The WHS band performed “Pomp and Circumstance,” by Elgar Polyhar.

The WHS NJROTC was on hand for the presentation of colors.

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by senior class officers.

The WHS choir performed the school song and the national anthem.

Assistant Principals Ben Strauser and Mary Kleekamp announced students earning honors and high honors.

Assistant Principal Shawn Wallace announced the graduating seniors who gave addresses during the ceremony. Those students were Lacy Monzyk, Hailey Barton, Jillian Huellinghoff, Olivia Zastrow and Elizabeth Reed. Students giving pre-recorded video messages were Mia Mahon, Zoey Ziegler, Isaac Lough, Kendra Bliss and Jacob Pentz. Click here for the video messages.

School District of Washington Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Kephart gave the superintendent’s message.

Kelly Brinkmann, Vice President, spoke on behalf of the Board of Education and presented the diplomas.

Tim Branson, retiring WHS instructor, presented the Class of 2024.

Board of Education members presented diplomas.

Victor Hoang, Senior Class President, led the seniors in the turning of the tassel.

Class of 2024 Officers are:

Victor Hoang, President

Jack Gerdiman, Vice President

Brynne Pearcy, Secretary

Carter Hall, Treasurer

Shawn Tidwell, Student Council Representative.

Senior class sponsors are Amanda Kuntzman and Jessica Fitzgerald.

This year’s class song is “You’re Gonna Miss This” by Trace Adkins.

The class flower is Dahlia.

The class motto is, “Take pride in how far you’ve come. Have faith in how far you can go. But don’t forget to enjoy the journey,” by Michael Josephson.

Click here for the video broadcast of Washington High School’s 123rd commencement, which was shown via live stream. Click here for the commencement program.