La Conner High graduates 'commence' Thursday

Thirty-six La Conner High seniors, including 11 National Honor Society students, will receive diplomas during the school’s 125th annual Commencement Exercises tomorrow night at Landy James Gym.

The June 6 program, featuring a mix of inspiring messages and uplifting music, begins at 7 p.m.

Class Valedictorian Sophia Benetti and Salutatorian Matty Lagerwey, both of whom are National Honor Society members, will deliver major addresses.

Other senior class speakers are to take turns on the podium as well. Class President Erik Nelson will offer the welcome, while Arlo Liddell and Jack Tronsdal are s...