Emma Motl, center, looked pensive as the hour of graduation approached Friday night, May 28, as members of the Staples Motley High School Class of 2010 prepared for the Commencement Ceremony processional. Joined by Kelly Reese, left, and Kaytlin Roth, right, the girls had been making final adjustments to their mortarboards. At left, seniors Josh Freese, left, and Gunner Johnson turned on the smiles during the processional.

One hundred and twelve students received their diploma at graduation held in the Staples Motley High School gymnamsium. Following the ceremony, the annual Grad Blast event was held at the Staples Community Center. (Staples World photos by Tom Crawford)