Claudia had her grade 12 graduation on June 28th at the Hershey Centre (three days later it became the Paramount Fine Foods Centre).

Gillian and Claudia. Angela had to work, so she missed the festivities.

Susan and I with the last one through high school!

Heading up to the stage for her diploma.

To our surprise, when it came time for the special awards, Claudia’s name was called for The Crusader Award. The Crusader award is presented to a graduating female student who is pursuing college or university education, is a leader or contributor in the school community, and is involved in community events outside of school.

The Crusader Award is donated by the 800 Black Forest Squadron, and it came with a $300 monetary award.

Congratulations Claudia!

The traditional tossing of the caps.

All of the special award recipients.

Claudia with Mr Quinn and Daniel.

Claudia with Mrs St Louis, the head secretary at Mt Carmel (and Mr Quinn photobombing). She was the secretary at St Richard when Gillian started in JK, she moved on to the high school shortly after. Only fitting that she would be part of our closing chapter of Dufferin-Peel education.

Claudia with Mr Carney and Mrs Faria.

Claudia is off to Humber College for Television Broadcasting.