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Messages on the mortar boards of several MLHS graduating seniors as they line up to receive their diplomas.

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The last of the Chiefs
June 5, 2022 3:48 p.m.

The last of the Chiefs

MLHS class of 2022 celebrates long tradition of honoring mascot's heritage

MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake High School class of 2022 was the first to gather for a graduation ceremony on Lions Fields since 2019, before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic prompted social distancing, lockdowns and drive-by graduation ceremonies. It was also the last with the district’s current mascot. “This is the 98th and last class of graduating Chiefs,” said Laurel Knox in a short speech as the Class of 2022’s honor speaker at the commencement ceremony Friday. “We should hold pride in that.” ...