Bailey Pennington gives the Benediction to close the 71st Commencement Ceremonies.

Jerone Olguin cannot contain his pride and joy for his graduating daughter, Marrisa Olguin.

Marissa Olguin receives her diploma, with grandmother, Sue Williams.

Alejandra Prambo Howe receives her diploma from Sierra Velasquez.

Angelo Frost and Dee Jay Brunson.

Ollyvia Howe receives her diploma.

Ryan Naranjo shakes hands with School Board Vice-President, Jim Bulwan, and board members, Ross Melton and Jay Dee Brunson.

Marquise Cibrian receives his diploma.

Students perform the “Tassle Switch” moving the tassel from the right side to the left side, officially signifying the students have earned their diploma and are now graduates.

Graduate Ryan Naranjo presents his mother, Josie Jack with a rose and hug during the Parent Dedication.

Tossing the mortars by the graduating class of 2025!

Jerone Olguin and daughter, Marrisa Olguin.

Ryan Naranjo and family.

Alejandra Prambo Howe and family.

Sisters, Yllana Howe and Izabella Cloud support graduating sister, Olyvia Howe, each having previously graduated from Ignacio High School.

Angelo Frost and family.

Proud parents, LeNora Martinez and Preston Barry stand alongside their graduate, Ethan Barry after the commencement ceremonies.

Superintendent of Ignacio Schools, Chris deKay welcomed the packed house in the Ignacio High School Gynmasium, beginning the 71st Annual Commencement Ceremony of the graduating class of Ignacio High School.

Ignacio School Board, staff and dignitaries; Superintendent, Chris deKay; High School Principal, Alisha Gullion; President, Allan McCaw; Vice-President, Jim Bulwan; Secretary, Ross Melton; Treasurer, Leila Baker; Director, Jay Dee Brunson; Ignacio Mayor Pro Tem, Allison deKay and Southern Ute Tribal Council Vice-Chairman, Marvin Pinnecoose.

Seniors, Noah LeMasters and Ethan Valencia, blasting the confetti, are visibly full of excitement – bringing an end their high school years and looking to the future.

Seniors, Ada-Rene Cruz, Angelo Frost, and Alejandra Prambo Howe ascend the podium with smiles and confetti.

Olyvia Howe and Charles Pargin, let loose the confetti cannon as they top the podium.

Ignacio High School Principal, Alisha Gullion welcomes freidns, families and loved ones to the Ignacio High School graduation ceremony.

Kendrick Nossaman gives the Invocation to begin the graduation ceremonies.

Bobcats bros, Angelo Frost, Marquise Cibrian, Ryan Naranjo and Ethan Barry assemble prior to graduation.

Angelo Frost introduces Ignacio High School Science Teacher, Crystal Redman who gave the Commencement Address.

Ignacio High School Science Teacher, Crystal Redman gave the Commencement Address, by welcoming all in attendance, especially her mother.

Ignacio High School Freshman, Stoney White Thunder sings an honor song for the graduating class of 2025.

Ignacio High School Principal, Alisha Gullion recognized Masonic, Salutatorian, Senior of the Month, and 4.0 and above students,

Valedictorian – Victoria Brown.

Alejandra Prambo Howe gave the Parent Dedication, prior to graduates presenting flowers and hugs to their parents.

Proud parent, Marquetta Cloud hugs her graduating daughter, Olyvia Howe during the Parent Dedication.

Photo Credit: Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum

Ignacio hosts 71st Commencement Ceremony

Friday - May 30, 2025 by Robert L. Ortiz | The Southern Ute Drum

The Ignacio School District held its 71st Annual Commencement Ceremonies inside the Ignacio High School Gymnasium on Saturday, May 24, to a packed house of families, loved ones and guests of the 31 graduates. Kendrick Nossaman gave the invocation before Superintendent; Chris deKay welcomed all in attendance. Senior Angelo Frost, introduced Crystal Redman who gave the Commencement Address, followed by an honor song by Stoney White Thunder. Ignacio High School Principal, Alisha Gullion recognized Masonic, Salutatorian, Senior of the Month, and 4.0 and above students, before introducing Valedictorian – Victoria Brown. Alejandra Prambo Howe gave the parent dedication before the traditional slideshow. Superintendent deKay presented the graduating class to School Board President, Allen McCaw, with the school board members presenting the graduates with their hard-earned diplomas. Caitlin Perkins led the tassel switch, before Bailey Pennington gave the closing Benediction.

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