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Wakefield-Marenisco holds ceremony for class of 2017

WAKEFIELD - The Wakefield-Marenisco school held its graduation ceremony on Friday evening, as 19 seniors were dressed in red and blue as they stepped up to receive their diplomas. The school's gymnasium was filled with family and friends.

"I thank you, family and friends, for being here tonight; you are the people that matter the most to the class of 2017," said superintendent Catherine Shamion. "The best is yet to come to these graduates," said Shamion. "They have so much to look forward to."

This year's valedictorian, Elizabeth Makela, graduated with a 3.8 GPA and plans to go to Michigan...