Tri-City United High School’s graduation ceremony on Friday, May 29, was a send off for both graduates and some staff.
The usual Pomp & Circumstance processional followed by the posting of colors and the national anthem was done. Principal Alan Fitterer welcomed the crowd and graduate Bryce Meyer gave the welcome address. “I’m glad to be able to speak in front of all the people that’ve grown with, failed tests with, and laughed with over the past few years. I’m thankful for the people around me who helped me become the man I am today, such as my parents. I don’t say it enough but I love them so much,” said Meyer.
A musical selection of “A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri was sung by the high school choir with graduate Audrey Keltgen singing a solo and High School Choir Director John Sosa directing for his final time at TCU.
Superintendent Kevin Babcock addressed the graduates and then read off the names of the 11 international students that learned through foreign student exchange here, with eight of them receiving certificates of recognition from Fitterer and High School Assistant Principal David Reuhs.
The high school concert band played an arrangement of “Ghost Run” by Grant Michel under the direction of High School Band Director Nate Reed before diplomas were presented to the 135 graduates.
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TCU Principal Alan Fitterer gives his final address before retiring.
The student welcome was given by graduate Bryce Meyer.
Principal Alan Fitterer delivers his graduation speech to students.
Many stopped by the Rustic Farmer on Main on Thursday, May 28, to congratulate and express themselves to TCU High School Principal Alan Fitterer on his retirement after 20 years at Tri-City United and Montgomery-Lonsdale High School’s, including his family. Fitterers on the sofa, from the left, are daughter Brynn, wife Cheryl, Alan, and son Grant.
One of many embraces Alan Fitterer gave during his retirement party.
TCU High School Assistant Principal David Reuhs (left) and Principal Alan Fitterer hand certificates to each of the eight foreign exchange students left of the 11 that attended school from overseas during graduation festivities.
Graduates threw their hats in the air in classic celebratory style, signifying their high school journey is complete.
The farewell address was given by graduate Isaak Worm during commencement.
TCU High School Choir Director John Sosa (left) directs the choir and graduate Audrey Keltgen sings a solo during the choir’s piece, “A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri, both for one last time.
TCU High School Band Director Nate Reed conducts their piece for the program.
Montgomery Area Honor Guard posts the colors before the graduation ceremony begins.
TCU Superintendent Kevin Babcock speaks.