The Rowan County Homeschooler's Association graduating Class of 2009.....
Kristen is far left with the gold cord for the National Honor Society. This was one of the largest graduation classes, with 11 seniors, 3 of which were honor students. They worked hard!
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This is her table. Each Senior made a table representing themselves through the years.
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Her table was FULL....
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Mixed emotions show.

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Partying at home before the ceremony.

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She graduated on a Saturday and then had her final concert as First Violinist in the Salisbury Youth Orchestra. Sadly, due to the decrease in government funding, we received a letter informing us that there will no longer be a SYO. She was so saddened by the news, as she had looked forward to more years as a violinist in the group. Here are bittersweet pictures from her final concert....

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Orchestra Conductor, Ryan Peller.

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Rosie, we are way proud of you-more than you'll ever know-and know that you will go far.....

Til Next Time,
Lisa |