Rain or shine, LHS community celebrates graduation - Lawrence Journal World
With many umbrellas sprouting from the bleachers, it was something of a surprise that hardly any of the Lawrence High students on the football field unfolded any of their own. "Considering the rain, I thought it was a great celebration," said Lawrence school district Superintendent Rick Doll. Some drizzle came and went during Lawrence High's 141st graduation ceremony Tuesday. Doll said beforehand that rain had not been expected when the time came to make a call on having the ceremony indoors versus outdoors. Among them was Chris Greenfield, who represents the fifth generation of his family to earn a diploma from Lawrence High. The chain began back in 1900 (the family isn't certain about the year) with great-great-grandfather Charles Dicker. "I'm not really the sentimental type, but it's pretty cool," said his dad, Donald, who is also a Chesty Lion. Two students spoke at Tuesday's ceremony. "We have proven we are individuals who care about so much more than what is on social media," she said, after referencing various groups that students are involved in, like student government or Habitat for Humanity. Source: www2.ljworld.com
