It was a packed house Friday night as the community came to the Taylorville High School West Gym and witness the 169 graduates of the Class of 2024 receive diplomas.
The event, which lasted just over an hour and was broadcast live on WRAN groovy 97-point-3, began with the traditional processional “Pomp and Circumstance” as those about to graduate entered the gym. Jay Bliler gave the ceremony’s invocation.
Emma Althoff gave the class address entitled “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!”
The Taylorville Senior High School Choir and Senior High School Concert Band both performed, followed by principal Matt Hutchison formally presenting the Class of 2024.
President of the Taylorville Board of Education Brenda Patrick presented the seniors their diplomas, and the ceremony ended with Ella Moreland giving the benediction.
Senior Owen Morgan was given his diploma earlier on Friday as he participated in a sectional track meet Friday afternoon.