At the the Navajo Nation s Newcomb High School up to 40 percent of the school’s graduates enrolled in college prior to the pandemic. But that number dropped significantly.
The Navajo Preparatory School commencement ceremony at Eagle Stadium in Farmington celebrated 57 graduates.
Senior Class President Alena Crotty introduced the ceremony. Hataaliinez Wheeler sang the national anthem.
Student Body President Cade Allison led the invocation and gave the welcome address. Allison also gave an address as salutatorian.
Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez gave a special address.
Valedictorian Cheyenne Murphy spoke to the crowd. Graduate Kyle McLiverty led the tassel and ring ceremony.
Class Treasurer Tianna Young gave the farewell address. Graduate McCory Yazzie led the benediction.
Five of Newcomb s Class of 2020 joined 2021 grads for in-person graduation
There were 42 graduates who took part in the Newcomb High School commencement ceremony in the Skyhawk Nest in Newcomb.