'One of the biggest milestones in life' reached for Warden grads

Anthony Gutierrez and Ellijah Ruiz walking toward the graduation stage at the beginning of the ceremony. Gutierrez said the experience of finally being out of school still felt unreal in the moment.

Miliany Pruneda and Graciela Castillo turn their tassels after receiving their diploma as they graduate from Warden High School. Both girls plan on attending universities in the fall to pursue their passions.

Yaretzi Catalan Ayala receiving her diploma stands with Warden school board member Bryce Cox. Catalan Ayala was a member of the cross-country team and said she is very proud of herself for pushing through it even when it got tough.

Haley Sicklovan walking across the stage to receive her diploma. She said she is excited for what her future holds as she heads to Central Washington University to study elementary school education.

Adanya McCoy making her way to the podium to receive her diploma. McCoy moved from Atlanta, Georgia to Warden in her freshman year and said she found great support and really enjoyed her time at the high school.

Dannika Escamilla and Michael Gonzalez walking together to the stage at the beginning of the graduation ceremony. Gonzalez said he is proud of who the school has shaped him into and will look back fondly on the memories he created at Warden High School.