GREENCASTLE – On Saturday, June 7, the Greencastle-Antrim Senior High School community gathered to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2025. The commencement ceremony, held at 10 a.m. at the high school, marked a significant milestone for students, families and staff alike.
The event began with a graduation prelude performed by the school’s concert band, featuring “Ruckus” by Randall Standridge. As tradition dictated, the graduates processed into the ceremony to the classic “Fanfare and Processional (Pomp and Circumstance)” by Edward Elgar, arranged by Ployhar.
Following the processional, the concert band performed the Star Spangled Banner, and attendees stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. A moment of silence was observed, encouraging all present to reflect on the accomplishments and triumphs of the graduating class.
Senior Class President Catalina Reiber welcomed the audience, setting a tone of pride and optimism. Dr. Lura Hanks, superintendent of the Greencastle-Antrim School District, offered remarks, followed by a keynote address from Tim Henry, former President & CEO of Franklin Financial Service Corporation and F&M Trust. Henry’s speech, titled “Optimistically Going Face to Face with the Future,” inspired graduates to embrace the opportunities ahead.
The senior choir performed “O Love” by Elaine Hagenberg, and the alma mater was sung by the concert band, graduates, and alumni, reinforcing the sense of unity and tradition within the school community.
Principal Michael McManus presented the graduating class, and Dr. Edward Rife, assistant superintendent, recommended them for graduation. Diplomas were then awarded by Janon Gray, president of the Board of School Directors, alongside board members.
The Class of 2025 was led by officers Catalina Reiber, president; Ian Reid, vice president; Alaina Garling, secretary; and Dillon McDonald, treasure. The ceremony also recognized the dedication of class advisors, Laura Oslik, Christine Reiber and Megan Searfoss.
Special thanks were extended to Graphics Universal, Incorporated, for printing the commencement programs.
The ceremony concluded with the recessional “Huldigungsmarsch” by Edvard Grieg, arranged by Johnson, as the new graduates exited the venue, ready to embark on the next chapter of their lives.
