Congratulations to the Class of 2013

More than 250 graduates take part in Convocation Ceremonies

Jun. 28, 2013 2:00 p.m.
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Graduates head into Western Financial Place for Convocation Ceremonies

The more than 250 members of the Mount Baker Secondary School Class of 2013 celebrated their great achievement Thursday with Convocation Ceremonies at Western Financial Place. The grads met at MBSS for pictures then marched en masse to the arena. The prom takes place tonight at the College of the Rockies. Congratulations, and health, happiness and prosperity to you all.

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