Gatewood R-III Eighth-Grader, Kindergarten Graduations

Tuesday, June 16, 2020

Ron Smith

Gatewood R-III School is the heart and soul of its community. So graduation day is a special time for everyone who ever called themselves a Mustang. This year, the eighth-grade and kindergarten graduations were held outdoors as the school staff did its best to meet social distancing guidelines. It was a pleasant evening to be outdoors.

Marissa Ayers not only was valedictorian for the Gatewood Class of 2020 but also earned the prestigious Citizenship Award. She is the daughter of Jody and Troy Ayers.
Zachary Parrish was named class salutatorian.
D.J. Suarez and Athea Summers help Marissa Ayers retrieve her cap after it landing on the roof during the traditional cap toss.
D.J. Suarez accepts his diploma from school board member Troy Ayers.
Ricky Stadford accepts his diploma from Mr. Ayers.
Marissa Ayers delivers her valedictorian address.
The Class of 2020.
Canton Jones was the winner of the Gatewood Kindergarten Citizenship Award. He is pictured with his mother, Shelby, brother Zeke and sister Birdie. His father is Skylar Jones.
Graduating from kindergarten at Gatewood includes getting your photo made with Mr. Young.