CONCEPTION JCT., Mo. — The Jefferson C-123 Class of 2023 celebrated graduation on Sunday.
Speakers Andrea Riley and Aubrey Mattson shared stories from their past and hopes for their class’s future during the ceremony.
The class’s colors are blue and silver, the class flower is the white rose and the class motto is “We’re not here for a long time, we’re here for a good time,” inspired by the George Strait song “Here for a Good Time.”
Andrea Riley addresses her graduating class during the Jefferson C-123 commencement ceremony on Sunday.
Jenna Mason, left, and Andrea Riley sing “Will You Teach Me?” by Victor C. Johnson during their graduation ceremony on Sunday.
Aubrey Mattson gives a speech during the Jefferson C-123 graduation ceremony on Sunday.
Coner Gladstone receives his diploma from school board vice-president Veronica Luke. Gladstone, the son of Donna Gladstone and Justin West, plans to work at Agriland as a custom applicator following graduation.
Matthew Jermain receives his diploma from school board vice-president Veronica Luke. Jermain, son of Tim and Terri Jermain, plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University to study data analytics.
Kayley Hauber receives her diploma from school board vice-president Veronica Luke. Hauber, daughter of Bard and Kara Hauber, plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University to study animal science and equine science.
Andrea Riley receives her diploma from school board vice-president Veronica Luke. Riley, daughter of Eric and Wendy Riley, plans to attend Truman State University in Kirksville to study nursing.
Jaxon McCrary receives his diploma from school board vice-president Veronica Luke. McCrary, son of Chris and Lisa McCrary, plans to farm and work for Nodaway County Road and Bridge.
Gage Greer receives his diploma from school board vice-president Veronica Luke. Greer, son of Amanda Greer and Mike Greer, plans to work for Vesta as a wind turbine technician.
Kohner Vanderpool receives her diploma from school board vice-president Veronica Luke. Vanderpool, daughter of Clinton Vanderpool and Gary and Janet Vanderpool, plans to go into social work.
Trevor Weir receives his diploma from school board vice-president Veronica Luke. Weir, son of Karrissa Wilmes and Tony Weir, plans to work for Yocum Service as a mechanic/custom applicator.
Aubrey Mattson receives her diploma from school board vice-president Veronica Luke. Mattson, the daughter of Gary and Stacey Mattson, plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University and study early childhood education.
Memphis Bliley receives his diploma from school board vice-president Veronica Luke. Bliley, son of Lloyd and Desarae Bliley, plans to work at Kawasaki.
Carter Luke receives his diploma from his mother, school board vice-president, Veronica Luke. Carter, the son of Mark and Veronica Luke, plans to attend Graceland University to study athletic training.
Jenna Mason receives her diploma from school board vice-president Veronica Luke. Mason, the daughter of Jeremy and Stacy Mason, plans to attend William Woods University in Fulton and study exercise science.
Geoffrey Woehlk
News Editor