GCA Graduation 2012




Bob Jones Benaiah Medallion Winner – Beth Hodges

 



Salutatorian’s Abbey Smith & Kyle Harris
Valedictorian Christian Greene

 

Grace Christian Academy held commencement excercises for 16 seniors on Thursday, May 24th at the Perry Gymnasium. School Board member Edwin Perry welcomed everyone and opened the service with a prayer. Class President Christina Greene presented the annual Bob Jones Benaiah Medallion to the 2012 Senior Class President, Beth Hodges. A saluatatory address was given by both Kyle Harris and Abbey Smith, followed by the valedictory address from Christina Greene.



Young Harris President, Cathy Cox

 Young Harris College President and Bainbridge native Cathy Cox gave the graduation address. Cox, a former Secretary of State and 2006 gubernatorial candidate encouraged our seniors to find a profession that makes them happy, be prepared to change your plans, and find ways to have an impact.  Her comments were “Don’t be afraid to change your future plans, don’t ever stop learning, and remember to do something that will help other.”

Special music was performed by seniors Mary Ann Adams, Bailey Bristow, Jocelyn Jacobs, Stephanie Mills, and Caylin Walsingham.

The presentation of diplomas were given out by Upper School Principal Steve Murr and School Board members Lee Harris and Mark Harrell. A slide-show presentation celebrating each of the seniors was enjoyed by all the family and friends at the end of the ceremony. Closing prayer was given by Pastor Andy McQuaid.

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