Graduation - The 8th Grade Way

Congratulations to the 8th graders! The 9th annual graduation celebrated the achievements of our great graduates.

We were honored to present the Sara Santos Award for Excellence in Christian Education and Mission to Ted Knoll, Director of First Day Whittier, and again to Becky Orona, our retiring preschool director after 17 years of service.

Thanks to Michael Long, 2008 California Teacher of the Year, for delivering a graduate charge that reminds us that Christ loves us all.

Students were surprised and glad to see former teacher, Josh Gonzales (now at Big Valley Christian High School in Modesto) attend and present the names of the graduates.

The highlight of the evening came when the graduates threw their hats -- and Chad's got stuck in his hair.

Thank you to all the parents, students, and teachers for making this another great year!