Students, faculty, dignitaries and families gathered at the St. Anthony’s School Gymnasium as a cohort of young Drumhellerites crossed the threshold into their next adventure in life.
St. Anthony’s School held its annual graduation ceremonies on Saturday morning, June 7. 20 students received their Alberta High School Diplomas and were sent on to the next stage of their lives.
Father Lukas Drapal gave the invocation and congratulatory messages were shared by Christ the Redeemer Trustee Mark Chung, Drumheller Mayor Heather Colberg, Christ the Redeemer Superintendent Dr. Andrea Holowka and Principal Celeste Schrock. MP for Battle River-Crowfoot Damien Kurek was not able to attend, but did send a message.
Graduate Andi Calon delivered the Salutatorian Address, and Hayes David Armstrong was present with the Governor General’s Medal by Principal Schrock. Armstrong then delivered his Valedictorian Address.
The graduates were presented with some awards marking their achievements, many supported by the local community. There were more than $30,000 in awards, scholarships and bursaries presented.
