The class of 2025 singing their senior songs, accompanied by the band. Photo by Cheska Orias (c/o '26)
The class of 2025 singing their senior songs, accompanied by the band. Photo by Cheska Orias (c/o ’26)
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McKinley’s Class of 2025 Graduation

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Byline photo of Jacky Oasay
Cheska Orias and Jacky Oasay
May 27, 2025
Preparations
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McKinley's band practicing for graduation. Photo by Cheska Orias (c/o '26)
During
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The class of 2025 walking up onto the bleachers in the beginning of the commencement ceremony. Photo by Cheska Orias (c/o '26)
Clean-Up
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Freshmen cleaning up on the front lawn the Tuesday after graduation. Photo by Cheska Orias (c/o '26)
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