- May 22, 2026
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Seniors listened diligently as speakers gave inspiring and encouraging speeches.
Amartsetseg Batchuluun was excited to graduate.
School Board Member Anne Douglas applauded the senior class for their accomplishments and thanked seniors’ families and friends for their support.
Nawal Amer was one of many students recognized for being a part of the school’s National Honor Society.
Valedictorian Emma Hodson became emotional as she gave her speech to her fellow classmates.
Amira Martin, salutatorian, also spoke at the ceremony.
Principal Christy Gorberg was all smiles as she looked out to the graduating class.
Senior Class President Alexi Mulvihill could not contain her excitement as she received her diploma.
Alexander Baldor shook hands with a faculty member as he got off the stage.
Megan Bassil was happy after she walked across the stage with her diploma.
Makena Rossi, SGA president, posed with Gorberg for a picture.
Joel Anthony Alameda grabbed his diploma from Gorberg.
Jordyn Anderson walked back to her seat with a smile.
Hayley Book excitedly waited for her turn to take a picture with Principal Gorberg.
Nicole Bezerra now is an alumna at Olympia High School.
The Olympia High School Class of 2026 now are officially alumni.
The graduation ceremony was held Friday, May 22, celebrating the seniors and their accomplishments.
“Today marks both an ending and a new beginning,” School Board Member Anne Douglas said at the ceremony. “As you step forward into new careers, continued education, service or exploration, remember this: Your path is yours to shape. …There will be moments of uncertainty, and that is part of growth. Keep moving forward with purpose and integrity. Dream boldly, work diligently, stay curious. The world needs your voice, your values and your courage.”
It was emotional moment for seniors, families and friends, with lots of cheering, happy tears and laughter.
Congratulations graduates,” Douglas said. “The future is wide open and it belongs to you.”
