Tonight I attended the graduation ceremony for the Class of 2011 and watched as several of my current and previous students walked across the stage to accept their diploma covers (yes, they are empty but that is another story). It's my third graduation for this district, and as I sat there watching I spent some time contemplating traditions, and comparing now to my graduation.
Then - Mortar board decorations were unique and very personal.
Now - Glitter was quite common this evening with most of the girls, but a majority of kids didn't decorate.
Then - Mr. Weimer made sure we all were appropriately attired. Shirts and ties for the guys and skirts and stockings for the girls. Nobody dared to violate the plan.
Now - Dress code is very relaxed. Shorts, jeans, flipflops...anything goes.
Then - Graduation was held outside on school grounds.
Now - Indoors and a rented site.
Then - Our procession was in alphabetical order.
Now - Choose your own walking partner.
I don't remember much about my high school graduation. There are some things that stand out, but I can't remember who spoke or what the message was. I'm tempted to dig out the old video and watch it before my reunion this summer.
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