Thirteen graduate from Rosalia's Class of 2023

Roger Harnack, Whitman County Gazette | Jun 15, 20230

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All thirteen of Rosalia's graduating Class of 2023 throw their hats at the end of the ceremony, taking the first step toward their post-high schools lives.

ROSALIA – The 13 members of the Rosalia High School Class of 2023 graduated Saturday, June 10, with advice to stay positive.

Keynote speaker Terry Boxleitner and Valedictorian Riley Daniel Gehring both offered that advice before a packed gymnasium at the school, 916 S. Josephine Ave.

Before receiving the words of wisdom on attitude, Salutatorian Erik Xavier Lazcano and Principal Matt McLain welcomed commencement-goers.

"It's been a long 13 years," Lazcano said, with McLain following him up saying the class is "really special."

In addition to being principal, McLain also served as the class' Sp...