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Manta Ray Pride: The 2026 Graduating Class of Lemon Bay High School Photo by Tim Kern
Manta Ray pride filled the Lemon Bay High School Gymnasium on Friday, May 22, 2026, as faculty, families, and friends gathered to celebrate the commencement of the Class of 2026. Led by Principal Robert Murphy and Senior Class Sponsor Melissa Slicker, the graduation ceremony honored and celebrated an extraordinary group of seniors. Congratulations, Class of 2026!
Photos courtesy of Tim Kern
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Annalise Robbins
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The only thing standing between safety and disaster is vigilance.
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