YHS Graduation

York High School made it official on a sunny Sunday afternoon, conferring diplomas on the 124 members of the class of 2008.

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With pomp and circumstance graduates were ushered into the York City Auditorium by officers of the junior class.

Providing music for the occasion were the York High School Concert Choir and Band under the direction of Miss Jessica Armstrong and Mr. Curtis Forsch respectively.
Addressing the gathering of graduates, their families and friends was Evan Keelan-White, president of the class of 2008.

“This is a fine, fine day,” Keelan-White said in his opening remarks. “Welcome friends, family, teachers, classmates and the class of 2008.”

Keelan-White encouraged graduates to be quiet and reflective on the day of their graduation, stating, “This moment will never happen again.” He recalled advice he had been given throughout his life, ... “Start every day on the right foot,” even though it is tough to do. “I know most mornings didn’t go that smoothly for a lot of seniors. But, “My mother always told me, ‘Today is going to be your lucky day.”

The class president spoke to the importance of making a difference ... “change something you think might not be right. To make a difference you must give of yourself.” He listed parents and teachers as examples of people who had sacrificed in order to make a difference in the lives of others. Make a difference and appreciate the differences of others.

“Making a difference means doing your best,” which is something the class of 2008 already accomplished, according to Keelan-White.

Keelan-White called his class “very special.” He told a packed auditorium he was proud of the class who, he felt, had already made a difference and would continue to do so as its members move through life. “This is a well rounded class. We’ve been good to each other. We give respect and that is why we get respect. When you look out at our class you see future leaders ... doctors, mothers and fathers,” who will strive and achieve excellence and success.

In closing Keelan-White quoted folk singer, songwriter and icon Bob Dylan when he said, “I think of a hero as someone who understands the degree of responsibility that comes with his freedom.” 

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