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Pattonville High School held its 87th annual commencement on May 25 and had 412 students graduate in the Class of 2023.
- 412 students graduated in the Class of 2023
- 89% plan on continuing their education at four-year universities, two-year colleges or career/technical/apprenticeship programs
- Four students have enlisted in the military
- 130 earned the honors of summa, magna or cum laude (3.5 weighted GPA or greater)
- 64 earned A+ status, which makes them eligible for paid tuition to any Missouri community college or career education school
- 75 students earned industry-recognized credentials or certifications such as certified nurse assistant, 911 dispatching, education fundamentals, early childhood education, automotive service excellence, Boeing Pre-Employment Training and ServSafe certification
- Seniors earned $8.1 million in scholarships
- Nine qualified to receive Missouri’s Bright Flight Scholarship based on earning an ACT score in the top 3% to 5% of Missouri students and attending a Missouri college or university
- Seniors completed 27,651 hours of community service during high school
- 23 earned community service honor cords for volunteering 150 hours or more
- Top 3 seniors for service hours: Rebecca Simpkins (605.5 hours), Katherine Kellner (460 hours), Devin Scharer (342.75 hours)
Watch the 87th annual commencement ceremony here: https://www.youtube.com/live/5vB4W1gQcBs?feature=share