001[Music] Okay. [Music] I [Music] can't go down. for Happy birthday. [Music] Number n. I [Music] never Nice. [Music] Please rise for the class of 2025. [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. Heat. [Music] Happy I [Music] am crazy. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Applause] [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Applause] [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. Heat. Heat. [Music] [Applause] [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. Heat. [Music] Heat. [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] Thank you, Mr. Heayirs and members of the band. Parents, friends, faculty, graduates. Good afternoon and welcome to the commencement exercises for Rusber High School class of 2025. We are honored that you could join us to celebrate this special occasion. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Rusber community, school board members, our superintendent, Dr. Clay
002Stanley, parents, grandparents, and extended families for your dedication to today's graduates. Now, it is my pleasure to turn over the program to our SCA president, Ben Thomas, who will lead us in the pledge of allegiance. Thank you, Dr. Shields. I now ask that all of you join me in reciting the pledge of allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. You may be seated. [Music] Before I get started, I want to give a quick shout out to my brother Landon Barowski for that nice arm pump this morning and helping me calm my nerves before getting up here. I want to thank all of you for coming. I am honored to have
003the opportunity to speak at this monumental event. What is the best way to create an engaging and memorable speech? This was the question that I found myself typing into Google as I stressed over writing this speech. In my search, I found a variety of answers. Write a speech that is funny, a speech that is emotional, a speech that is relatable and personal. Be exciting, dramatic, shocking. These answers did not help me. At that moment, I resorted to closing my browser, walking away from my computer, and staring at myself in the mirror. And then it hit me. The one commonality between the affforementioned criteria was how different they all were. Variety. That's what I was after. The power of variety is a concept that I believe characterizes the class of 2025 perfectly. This body of students
004sitting before all of you today contains incredible individuals from all areas of categorization. Artists, athletes, gamers, scholars, scientists, hunters, musicians, actors, visionaries, caretakers, speakers, comedians, performers, and I would be here for hours if I continued. Throughout the last four years of high school, these students have shown time and time again why they are so magnificent. No matter where they are, who they're with, or how they feel, these graduates are unapologetically themselves. Years ago, as a freshman entering the high school sphere, I'll admit I did not like to be around people all that much. I saw myself as different due to my interests and my personality. I did not enjoy being mixed in with hundreds of students that behaved and dreamed differently than I did, as I thought the lack of commonality would prevent us from
005forming any meaningful connections. I saw these differences as a barricade to experiencing close relationships with my classmates and a barricade that often deterred me from seeking new friendships and even building upon the ones that I had already formed. As a senior standing here on this stage, eagerly waiting to receive my diploma and move on to the next stage of my life, I realized that I was wrong. Those differences between all of us are special. The incredible variety of personalities, friendships, passions, and dreams have created this remarkable group of individuals sitting here before all of you. this group of individuals that have achieved high levels of accomplishments in academics, athletics, and other extracurricular activities. This group of individuals that I am proud to call friends. Class of 2025, I am honored to have had the opportunity
006to grow close with you over these past years. In that time, I have seen how truly incredible you all are, and I cannot wait to see what each each of you is able to accomplish in the following years. Looking out over this sea of all too familiar faces will live on in my mind as one of the most beautiful sites I've ever seen. Before I finish up here, I want to ask a favor of all of you. Even if you have been zoned out this entire time and have not listened to a single thing that I've said, I ask that you listen, and I mean really listen to what I am about to say. No matter where you are going, no matter how ambitious your plans for the future may be, and no matter what
007challenges you may face, I want you to always remember who you are. Everything that makes you you makes you capable of overcoming anything that life could possibly throw at you. I want you all to know that I truly believe in each and every one of you. I believe in your ability to succeed and I believe in your ability to live your life to the fullest. Thank you class of 2025 for these past four years and thank you all for listening. Thank you, Ben. Each year, the faculty of Rusber High School selects a senior to receive the HUT Pendleton Award for Excellence. This is the highest award given to any Rusberg senior. The recipient of this award demonstrates the qualities of loyalty, achievement, scholarship, and character. A trophy is presented and the recipient's name is engraved
008on a permanent plaque that is displayed in our school. At our annual senior awards assembly, Lance Burton was awarded the 2025 QT Pendleton Award for Excellence. Lance, would you please stand to be [Applause] recognized? Thank you. I will now recognize the top 10 of the class of 2025. These students are wearing a white cord in honor of their academic achievement. Please stand to be recognized. Bryant Maddox, Tylie Abbott, Benjamin Thomas, Tristan Davis, Caitlyn Hunter, Laura Dalton, Emily Hines, Nala Bigum, Sage Roser and Melinda Holly. Congratulations to each of you. I will now recognize Rusber High School honor graduates. These students are wearing yellow stoalls and have a 3.5 grade point average through the end of their senior year. Please stand to be recognized. Audience, please hold your applause until all students have been recognized. Tyl
009Abbott, Payton Archer, Brooke Arthur, Gracie Bagby, Addison Barnes, Audrey Bennett, Eva Beverage, Landon Bowski, Nala Bigum, Evan Booth, Laya Boon, Sydney Brandt, Ryan Brindle, Alexis Burks, Lance Burton, Hunter Carlson, Carly Carwall, Cindy Cawthorne, Shawn Clark, Taylor Clark, Hayden Kofheer, Michaela Coffee, Sophia Kohl's, Michael Collins, Jacob Crawford, Cassidy Cruz, Sha Culver, Laura Dalton, Tristan Davis, Ashlin Dejarnette, Davendelis, Ashton Dixon, Jada Dixon, Kevin Dryden, Emma Elder, Cameron Elliot, Parker Giles, Thomas Goff, Haven Ginstead, Cameron Grubs, Jordan Gunnar, Annayiah Harris, JC Harris, Emily Hines, Jaden Hogan, Melinda Holly, Caitlyn Hunter, Sarah Hurt, Talia Jones, Kevin Klene, Kinsey Knight, Khloe Kolazar, Brooke Langondorfer, Daffhne Lawhorn, Taylor Lawson, Jonathan Leot, Azie Lindberg, Stevie Mashado, Bryant Maddox, Sarah Maga, Isabella Marshall, Tyreek Marshall, Jeremy Mason, Emily Maize, Alyssa Mills, Nathan Morris, Macy Nance, Evan Neighbors, Natalie Nelson, Derek Ashanosy, McKenzie Overreet,
010Brennan Palmer, Steven Pomemetto, Samantha Porterfield, Skyler Precious, Sage Rosser, Eric Santiago, Jillian Santiago, Madison A. Scott, Benjamin Thomas, Lillian Torrance, Haley Tyrie, Olivia Tyrie, Cruz Vaia, Grace Wilson, John Wingfield, Scarlett Wit, and Rian Wagala. Congratulations to each of these students. Thank you. You may be seated. I will now recognize the special award recipients for this school year. When your name is called, please stand. Citizenship awards, Audrey Bennett and Bryant Maddox. The Lloyd C. Abbott Awards, Lauren Dalton and Benjamin Thomas. Teacher of the Year, Tracy [Applause] Burell, and our Red Devil of the Year, Miss Angie Lacy. Congratulations to each of these awards recipients. You may be seated. The UT Pendleton Award for Community Leadership honors individuals whose lasting impact, selfless service, and dedication to public education have strengthened the foundation of our community. Each year,
011the RHS faculty and staff nominate and vote on an individual in our community that exemplifies these qualities. This year, we are proud to recognize a leader who has faithfully served our community for over 25 years. Would Mr. Barry Jones, please come join me on the stage. Mr. Jones, a steadfast advocate for students, families, and educators, has served on the Campbell County School Board for an incredible 25 years. In recognition of this remarkable milestone, he was recently honored with the prestigious Virginia School Boards Association Quarter Century Award at the VSBA annual convention. There he was celebrated for his unwavering commitment to public education and community service, an acknowledgement that speaks to the respect he has earned across the Commonwealth. In his own words, Mr. Jones reflected, "Being a part of a board that works together, striving
012to see every student succeed is rewarding. Watching our students succeed at all levels and ultimately walk across the stage at their graduation knowing they're prepared for whatever they desire to do is tremendously gratifying. A constant presence in our school community, Mr. Jones can often be found at Concord Elementary School and Rusburg High School events, showing up, supporting students, and championing all programs with genuine care. In the words of an RHS staff member's nomination, Mr. Jones is an outstanding member of the Rusber community. He serves on our school board and has for many years. His opinion is well respected. He supports our students by coming and supporting school events and assemblies. He is a face students see and he is intentional on speaking with the young adults. He is a prime example of hard work, dedication
013and integrity. He is always willing to listen and take into account others ideas or issues. He is a great role model for the youth of today. His leadership has been instrumental in maintaining modern student centered learning environments and building productive partnerships within superintendent the board of supervisors and the county administration. His vision, consistency, and heart for students have left a legacy that will be felt for generations. It is with deep appreciation and admiration that we present the Pendleton Award for Community Leadership to Mr. Barry Jones. Tyl Abbott, please come forward to be recognized as a saludiatoran of Rusburg High School's class of 2025. Tylie graduates from Rusber High School and the Central Virginia Community College Early College Program with an impressive impressive cumulative grade point average of 4.5179. Ty will attend Liberty University in the
014fall to study nursing. Congratulations, Tylie. We know your future will be very bright. Congratulations. Thank you. [Applause] Good afternoon. I want to welcome and thank all of the teachers, staff, proud parents, and friends who've come to celebrate us today and all we've accomplished. And of course, a huge welcome to my fellow graduates, the class of 2025. We did it. I am extremely blessed and fortunate to stand before you today as your class of saludiatoran. I truly could not ask for a more remarkable group of individuals to share this moment with. Each of you has brought something unique, inspiring, and unforgettable to these past four years. And it's been an honor to grow alongside of you. Behind every graduate in this room is a story of support, encouragement, and love. So, let me take a moment
015to honor those who helped me in my story along the way. First, I want to give the biggest thank you to my amazing parents who are the epitome of hard work and support. Thank you, Dad, for always showing me how to stand up for what's right and what I believe in and for spending countless hours working with me of my athletics. Thank you, Mom, for showing me daily what it looks like to be a strong, intelligent woman who leads in a healthcare profession. I truly aspire to be half as good of a nurse as you are. Thank you to my best friend, my sister, for always being there for me and truly being my biggest cheerleader, even after I kicked you out of my room numerous times while I was studying for physics test. Thank
016you to the early college program for pushing me to excel academically and helping me find some of my now closest friends. Thank you to my coaches for pushing me to excel athletically on the softball field and volleyball court, giving me unforgettable memories over these past four years and many postgame locker trips. Of course, a spe a special shout out to my girl Nala for sticking by my side all four years. And above all, I am all my thanks to Jesus Christ for leading me to where I am in life today. We have finally made it to this long awaited day where we get to be recognized and celebrated for the great achievement that is graduating high school. And wow, has it snuck up on us. In the fall semester of my political science class, my
017professor, who many of you may know, Mr. Michael Naggie, told my classmates and I that before we knew it, we would be sitting in the Liberty Vine Center in May graduating. And I hate to say it, but he couldn't be more right. When we started the school year, I don't think any of us imagined how fast this moment would come. These past few weeks and even days have been consumed with senior festivities that we haven't even had a moment to fully sink in. So, right now, I ask that each of you in this room look around and truly grasp your last moments of being a high school senior. Because after we walk out these doors, many of us will be starting the next step in our lives and want to move on quickly to the
018next biggest and brightest thing. However, we must remember our journey and where it began. Where we made lasting friendships and created core memories because time flies as all of us have now learned. As Tennessee Williams once said, "Life is all memory, except for the one present moment that goes by so quickly you hardly catch it." So, with that being said, let's catch this moment, be present, and relish in today and all we've accomplished. So, here's to us, the graduating class of 2025. Let's go do big things. [Music] I'm dreaming right away. This is the life I make. Don't need a holiday to make me feel this way. Listen up. Take a chance. You can sing. You can dance. You can live like there's no tomorrow. Give it time in the fight. There's a rule. There's
019a rhyme. Moving along and the rest will follow. I want you to know. Oh yeah. We shine like stars. Oh yeah, we shine like stars like [Music] What are we waiting for? What are we waiting for? It seems we still want more. It seems we still want more. No one can take away the dreams we have today. You can go with the love of see. Don't you know there's a light? Let it burn inside you. You can shout, let it out. Let it down. This is it. Let the moment guide you. I want you. Oh yeah, we shine like stars. Oh yeah, we shine like stars. Like stars. Woah. Woah. We shine. We shine like stars. We shine. We shine. We shine. We shine like stars. We shine. We shine. We shine. We shine. Oh
020yes. [Applause] We shine bright. We shine. We shine like stars. We shine like stars. We shine. We shine like stars. Oh yes. We shine my star. [Music] [Applause] Brian Maddox, please come forward to be recognized as the valadictorian of the Rusburg High School, class of 2025. [Applause] With a stellar commum community cumulative grade point average of 4.5246, Bryant also graduates from the prestigious STEM Academy. Bryant will attend the University of Tennessee in the fall to study biomed engineering. Congratulations, Bryant. We know you will do great things in your future. [Applause] Good afternoon, friends, family, esteemed faculty, and most importantly, my fellow graduates. It is my honor to stand before you today as your validictorian. Even though when I first told Coach Brown, he didn't believe me. This is an incredible graduating class and I feel
021so incredibly lucky to be the one representing us today as we celebrate this group's accomplishments of the last four years. We are moving on to the next chapter of our lives. When they gave us our t-shirts in elementary school that read class of 2025, that day seemed so far away. But here we are today. We made it. I would like to thank all of our teachers that have gotten us here today. But I'd like to give a special shout out to a few and what they did for us. Like Mr. Smith's thorough emails that I know most of you probably didn't read, Mrs. Slate's daily words of wisdom, and of course, as she would say, Slate says, "Don't trip when walking across the stage, and lastly, Mrs. Blanks for teaching us all everyone's favorite subject,
022geometry. We've gained so much knowledge over the last four years, but I think one of the most important things we've learned is it's not always about the destination, but more about the people surrounding us and the memories we make along the way. With that, I would like to recognize the people who have made a great impact on my life and the reason I'm on this stage today. Thank you to my parents for always pushing me to be the best version of myself and showing me what a great example of what it means to work hard and always supporting me through everything I do. Thank you to my sisters for being my first best friends, for always cheering me on and being there for me. And let's be honest, the main reason I'm on this stage
023today, because I always want to be better than them. Thank you to my grandparents for always cheering me on, no matter the situation. And lastly, thank you to all my best friends for always making me laugh and making these last four years worth it. Looking back on these past four years, I'm sure we have had all had our own difficulties and faced obstacles that challenged each of us. For me, that was the many nights I spent studying for anatomy and fizz, working for that A. But I'm sure we can all say we're grateful for the lessons learned and the memories we've made along the way. With that, I would like to share a few of my favorite memories from senior year. First, our field trip to DC, where we got to go to the Arlington
024National Cemetery and the Capitol, where we learned to read the signs that say no objects on your person because you could be subject to a search. Our senior walk, where we all got to take one last trip down the hallways that got us started on the road to where we are today. Prom, where we got to dance one last time together. Shout out Miss Blanks, so if you got on the dance floor with us. getting to play my final season of baseball with all of my best friends and decision day where we all declared our future plans and where my friends and I got dragged into the color war which ruined my brand new shoes. Today isn't just a ceremony. It is a celebration of growth, of becoming, of every challenge we've overcome and every
025lesson that has shaped us. We didn't all take the same path to get here. Some of us always knew what we wanted. Some of us are still figuring it out and that's okay. What matters is that we show it up with courage, with curiosity, and with the determination to keep moving forward. We have faced uncertainty and turned it into opportunity. Let us not leave behind this chapter and close the book, but let us carry it with us. Let the lessons we learned in RHS about perseverance, empathy, and leadership be the foundation we build upon in whatever we choose to do next. I would like us to remember a quote from Dr. Seuss. You're off to great places. Today is your day. Your mountain is waiting. So, get on your way. Although I'm excited to be
026starting a new journey by going to Knoxville to study engineering, I know I'll always have RHS in my corner and the people that I've met along the way. And you know, I couldn't walk off this stage without quoting Drake. So, sometimes it's the journey that teaches you a lot about your destination. Thank you, class of 2025. [Applause] I would like to now welcome to the stand our guest speaker, Mrs. Wac. [Applause] Good afternoon, friends, family, teachers, staff, and of course, our graduates. It is an honor to stand here with you today as we celebrate this milestone. Graduates, take a moment, turn, and look around. I'm going to copy Miss Slate from Balorat. Find the people in the crowd that you care about and wave to them. [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] There are several
027key moments. ments in your life when people who really matter to you will gather to celebrate you and your achievements. Remember this moment and look at who is here for you today. As I was reflecting on what to say to you all, I had to ask myself what I thought were the most important truths, advice, or values that I wanted to leave you with. So, here we go. First, people remember how you make them feel. You remember someone who encouraged you, who was there for you, who helped you over the course of these last four years. How you treat people matters. Remember this because you are now citizens and leaders in our community. People will remember how you make them feel. So live by the golden rule. Treat others the way that you want to
028be treated. Pay kindness and mercy and grace forward to someone else. You never know how you could impact another person's life for good. My second point is this. Leo Toltoy, a famous author, wrote several parables. One was about death. The narrator in the parable asks an old man who is plowing a field what he would do if he knew death was coming to take him away within the hour. Let me repeat that. The narrator in the parable asks an old man who is plowing a field what he would do if he knew death was coming to take him away within that hour. Now I know what some of you are thinking. Wow, Mrs. Wulmarmac, that's a little dark and dramatic for graduation. Yes, I am an English teacher and we can be a little dramatic.
029However, the man answers in this parable, I would keep plowing. He says that he would keep doing the thing that he is currently doing. See, the parable is not about death, but it's actually about the man's life. My hope and prayer for each one of you is that you will choose something good in which you will spend your days. So good that you too will have the same response as this man. No regrets. You would keep do you would keep doing the good work that you are doing. There are many things that it could be. Teaching or caring for children, putting out fires, counseling someone, caring for the sick and elderly, fixing a machine, making someone look or feel beautiful, stocking shelves, serving others, and creating things. This parable leads to my final point. Where
030your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Matthew 6:21. What do you treasure? Only you can answer this. Do you treasure relationships, acceptance, money, fame, faith, family, success? We treasure you all here at Rusber High School. And from here on out, you will have endless possibilities in front of you. Choose good things and do them well. We here at Rusber High School will be cheering you on as will the rest of your community. Thank you for making Rusber a special place and good luck to you all. Thank you. Thank you, Miss Wulmarmac. Good afternoon, families, faculty, and friends. This afternoon, we celebrate your accomplishments, but more than that, we celebrate your journey. The Rusber High School class of 2025 is a class defined by determination, pride, and quiet strength. And above all, you are
031a class that understands the power of consistency. Consistency isn't glamorous. It doesn't make headlines, but day in and day out, it is the most powerful voice force in shaping your character and your future. It's easy to be motivated when things are exciting, but it's consistency, the decision to show up, to work hard, and to stay focused that leads to lasting success. Success comes not just from having talent, but from using it consistent consistently. There's a well-known parable that speaks to speaks to this idea. In the story, three individuals are each given a certain number of talents. We can think of these as gifts, opportunities, or resources. One is given five, another two, and the last just one. The first two go out and put their talents to work. They take what they've been given, stay
032committed, and over time they grow and multiply their results. The third, however, hides their talent. out of fear, hesitation, or doubt. They do nothing with it. And in the end, they are left exactly where they started, unchanged. The message is clear. It's not how much you're given that determines your success, but what you do with it. You see, talent is not enough. Everyone has some natural ability, some skill, some passion, but the people who achieve meaningful success are just those who are gifted. They're the ones who put in the work, keep showing up, and refuse to let that gift go to waste. That principle is at the heart of your high school experience. From 2021 to 2025, you've used your time, your talents, and your grit to leave a mark on Rusber High School. On
033the field, our teams battled through tough seasons and earned championships with unforgettable Friday night lights, buzzer beaters, and finish line sprints. In the fine arts, our students brought the stage and sound to life, showcasing what dedication to your craft can look like. In our classrooms, students achieved top academic honors, led science and business competitions, and pushed the boundaries of what it means to be prepared for the future. Beyond awards, you served your community. You supported one another. And you made this school stronger. Whether it was tutoring a classmate, leading a fundraiser, or practicing one more time when no one else was watching, you made a difference. And every single single success we've seen didn't happen overnight. It happened because individuals like you chose to keep going. You used your talents, not once, but every day.
034That's what real growth looks like. Now, as you prepare for the next chapter, whether it's in college, the workforce, the military, or another path entirely, remember this. Each day is an opportunity. Not every day will feel like a big one. Some will challenge you. Others may feel ordinary. But every day gives you the chance to take a step forward. Life will surprise you. Things won't always go as planned. And in those moments, remember nothing is ever as good as it seems and nothing is ever as bad as it seems. The highs will pass and so will the lows. What stays is your approach. Your ability to stay steady, stay positive, and keep showing up with purpose. So my message to you is this. My one last thought for the day. Be consistent. Be consistent with
035your effort. Be brave with your talents and be mindful of your perspective. The future isn't about waiting for the perfect moment. It's about making the most of the moment you're in. Class of 2020 25, we are proud of you and excited for who you're becoming. Keep moving forward one purposeful, consistent step at a time. I am honored to have served as your principal. Congratulations on all of your achievements and thank you for leaving Rusber a better [Applause] place. Dr. Shields. The seniors before you have met the graduation requirements of the Virginia Department of Education, the Campbell County School Board, and the faculty of Rusber High School, and are eligible to receive their diplomas on this 31st day of May, 2025. Honor marshals, please escort the class of 2025 to the podium. [Applause] Hello. Bryant Allen
036Maddox. Tyl [Applause] Abbott, Benjamin Ay Thomas, [Applause] Tristan Elizabeth Davis, Caitlyn Brienne Hunter, [Applause] Laura Blair Dalton, [Applause] Emily Paige Hines Nala Jules Bigum [Applause] Sage Elaine Roser, [Applause] Melinda Nicole Holly [Applause] Joshua Aaron Steven Brown, Devin James Johnson, [Applause] Good job. Joseph Andrew [Applause] Taylor. You got it. [Applause] Gabriella Payton Allen Christian Lee Anderson, Payton Claire Archer, [Applause] Brooke Heaven [Applause] Arthur, Gracie Jane Bagby, [Applause] Addison Lynn [Applause] [Music] [Applause] Barnes, Audrey Cherries Bennett, [Applause] Samantha Leanne [Applause] Bernoir, Eva Claire, beverage. [Applause] [Music] Landon James Barowski. [Applause] Ayanna Naomi Bonds Evan Gray Booth [Applause] Tavon Lamar Boyd, Leila K. Boon, [Applause] [Music] Sydney Anne Brandt, [Applause] [Music] Ryan Naa, Brendle [Applause] Marley Jeremiah Allen, [Applause] Lenny Pauline Buck, [Applause] Alexis Marie Burks, [Applause] [Music] Terrence Orion Burks, [Applause] Lance Christian Burton, [Applause] Dewey Benjamin
037Buyers, Marcus James Campbell [Applause] Hunter Maddox Carlson [Applause] Christian Bryce Carter, [Applause] Carly Renee Carw Kase Marie Carwhile, [Applause] Cindy Milani Lee Cawthorne, [Applause] Michaela Lynn Clark. [Applause] Sean Anthony Clark, [Applause] [Music] Taylor Reese Clark, Aiden Charles Clemenson, [Applause] Hayden Elizabeth Kofheer, [Applause] Michaela J. coffee, [Applause] Sophia Gray Kohl's [Music] [Applause] [Music] Michael Wayne Collins Jr. [Applause] Jacob Russell Crawford Cassidy McCayen [Applause] Cruz. Good job. Sean Ryan Culver. Kayn Victoria Cunningham, [Applause] [Music] Trevor Randall Deal, [Applause] Ashlin K. Dejarnet, [Applause] Devin Jude Delos, Ashton Winston Dixon, [Applause] Jada Monique Dixon, [Applause] Jenna Elise Donald, Ethan, Alexander Driscoll, [Applause] [Music] Casey Dayton, Druan [Applause] [Music] Kelvin Lee Dryden, [Applause] [Music] [Applause] Destiny Star, Dudley Severs, [Music] [Applause] Kayla Patrice Dunn, [Applause] Emma Gail Elder, [Applause] Cameron Braxton Elliott, [Applause] [Music] Sydney Marie Elliott, [Applause] John Cameron
038[Applause] [Music] Eperson, Avery Sabbron Ferguson, [Applause] [Music] Molly Elizabeth Fertig [Applause] [Music] Garrett Douglas [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] Ford. Thank you very much, Daniel Reed Thunderberg. [Applause] Brian Anthony Garner, [Applause] [Music] Somaya Briana Garner, [Applause] Parker Montgomery Giles, [Applause] [Music] Thomas James Goff III, [Applause] Jacob Mitchell Goodman. [Applause] Joel Calvin Goodman [Applause] Annie Colleen Goen, [Applause] [Music] [Applause] Steven Christian Gray, [Applause] Haven McKenna [Applause] Ginstead Cameron David Grubs [Applause] Holly Marie [Applause] Will Jordan York Gunter [Music] Logan Daniel Gunter. [Applause] [Music] [Applause] Skyler Lawson Hamlet. [Applause] [Music] Tyler Ray Hammock, [Applause] Aiden, David Hammock Jackson, [Applause] Annayiah Marie [Applause] [Music] Harris, Jaci Lynn Harris, [Music] [Applause] [Music] Jaden Brian [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] Hogan Adley. Reigns Holland. Darion Sincere Hunt, [Applause] Sarah Francis Hurt, [Applause] [Music] Trinity K. Herby, [Applause] [Music] Briana Dawn Jenkins, [Applause]
039Jesse Lee Jennings, [Applause] Nadia Renee Johnson, [Applause] Talia Elizabeth Jones, [Applause] Katherine Jolene Keys, [Applause] Kristen and Marie [Applause] [Music] Kid, Kendall Rose, Kinc Kade, [Applause] Kevin Carl Klene Jr. Teresa Kineszlia Kova [Applause] Kinsey Mary Knight, [Music] [Applause] Riley Corenza, Knight [Applause] [Music] Chloe Elizabeth Kolazar, Connor William Kaminski [Applause] Brandon Busto [Music] [Applause] Labrada, Brian Ray Leer, [Music] [Applause] Brooke Lynn [Applause] Langdorfper Elena Bill Lawhorn [Applause] Daphne Simone [Applause] Lawhorn Taylor Adams Lawson, [Applause] Jonathan Douglas, [Music] [Applause] Legette, Alexander Oswald, Lindberg, [Applause] Hunter Grayson [Applause] [Music] Lewis, Logan Wayne Liberty, [Applause] [Music] Stevie Cruz Machado, [Music] Sarah Catherine Magi [Applause] Brendan Lee Maltz. [Applause] The class of 2025 would like to take a moment to recognize one of our classmates, Landon Ji Martin. This time we'll have a moment of silence in memory of our
040beloved friend. Thank you. [Applause] Isabella Sinclair Marshall, [Music] Tyreek Khalil Marshall [Applause] Aiden James Mason, [Applause] Jeremy Cole Mason, [Applause] Jake Thomas Mayhew, [Applause] Jaden Benjamin Mayhew, [Applause] Emily Kate Mazize, [Applause] [Music] Nadia Graciana [Applause] Mendes, Katon Matthew Msina, [Applause] [Music] [Applause] Savannah Ray Miles, [Applause] Trey Monroe III, [Applause] [Music] Kylin Dante Mormon, [Music] Christian Alexander Moran, [Applause] [Music] Nathan Michael Morris, [Applause] Emma Danielle Moses, [Applause] Macy Lynn Nance, [Music] [Applause] Evan Roger Neighbors, [Applause] Natalie Evelyn Nelson, [Applause] Frederick Devon, Keith Nan Derek Matthew [Applause] Oanosy, McKenzie Hope overre [Applause] Caroline Abigail Owens, Alejandro Palasios Escobar Jr. [Applause] Brennan Elijah Palmer, Calvin Eastston, [Applause] [Music] Panel. Let's go. Marshall Payne Phillips, [Applause] Steven Stacy Pomado, [Applause] Samantha Michelle Porterfield, [Applause] Skyler Marie Precious [Applause] Aaliyah Ali Radwan [Applause] Jasmine Nicole Rice Gishaw, [Applause] [Music] Alex
041Hayden Richardson, [Applause] Ethan Tyler Roberts, [Applause] Annayia Enz Robinson [Applause] Marshon Ivant Trill Roser [Applause] [Music] Eric Antonio Santiago Jr. [Applause] Jillian Marie [Applause] Santiago, Naa Joy Smith, [Applause] Madison, Amaya, Scott, [Applause] [Music] Madison May, Scott [Applause] Gavin Taylor Sharp. [Applause] Gavin Parker Smith. [Applause] [Music] Tiana Jalia Smith, [Applause] Victoria Elizabeth Sorrels [Music] [Applause] [Music] Rachel Elizabeth [Applause] [Music] Sprayberry, Aiden William Stton. [Applause] Brendan Thomas [Applause] Stevens, Andrew Levi Stinson, Michaela Lache [Applause] Stone, Xavier Marcus Thompson, [Music] [Applause] Proud of you, [Applause] Lillian May Torrance, [Music] Seth Thomas Trent, [Applause] Sir, Jayla Monae [Applause] Tucker, Daisy, Nicole, Tweety, [Music] [Applause] Haley, Faith, Tyrie, [Applause] Olivia, Cadence, Tyrie, [Music] [Applause] [Music] Michaela and [Applause] [Music] [Applause] Vance, Cruz, Addison, [Applause] [Music] Maya, Ashley [Applause] Vagos, Samantha Marie Vuselich [Applause] Vincent Augustus Wills [Applause] [Music] Caleb Wayne
042Wheeler. [Applause] [Music] Devin Ryan White, [Applause] [Music] [Applause] Grace Nicole Wilson, [Applause] [Music] [Applause] John William [Applause] Wingfield, Kayn Annie May, Wit [Applause] [Music] Scarlet and Marie Wit, [Applause] Rian Grace Wajula [Applause] AJ Word, [Applause] [Music] [Applause] Brian Parker Works. [Applause] Sincere Christopher Urina Barney. [Applause] [Music] [Applause] Yes, sir. Class of 2025, by the authority vested in me by the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Campbell County School Board, I hereby declare you graduates and alumni of Rusburg High School. Congratulations, graduates. [Applause] [Music] [Applause] Families and guests, please stand and remain standing as the graduates recess out. After the recessional, please meet your graduate outside of the Vine Center so Liberty University can prepare for the next graduation. Students, congratulations. [Applause] [Music]