By Kaitlyn Midgely
Lassen County Office of Education
The Lassen High School Student Center buzzed with pride on Thursday, October 10th, as the annual commencement ceremony for the Diploma Gold Program celebrated the achievements of seven dedicated graduates.
The graduates – Basirat Foluke Jimoh, Joshua De La Torre, Steven Friend, Jenna Fluke, Jayden Daniel Johnson, Kenyan Wesley Love-Rockey and Xavior Jesus Ramirez – were honored for their commitment to completing their high school education through the Diploma Gold Program, an initiative designed to provide a second chance for individuals who did not finish their high school requirements before turning 18.
The ceremony began with a heartfelt welcome from Zeane Barber, Director of the Diploma Gold Program, as the graduates entered to the classic strains of “Pomp and Circumstance.”
Lassen County Superintendent of Schools Patricia A. Gunderson delivered the evening’s keynote address, inspiring the graduates to embrace their new beginnings.
Following the keynote, Dawn Lightsey, the program registrar, presented the class to Lassen Union High School District Superintendent Jacob Jensen, who accepted the graduates and shared motivational closing remarks, encouraging them to pursue their dreams with confidence.
The Diploma Gold Program offers in-class instruction from certified teachers, access to the latest online curriculum, and a convenient central location for learning. By combining online education with in-person support, the program ensures that students can enjoy the flexibility of online classes while benefiting from the guidance of knowledgeable instructors.
Importantly, this program is provided at no cost, requiring attendance every Monday and Wednesday evening from 5:00 to 8:00p.m.
For more information about the Diploma Gold Program, please call (530) 257-2703 or visit www.lassenhigh.org/page/diploma-gold.
