On Saturday morning, framed by the Vaca Hills and a cloudless blue sky, 490 Vacaville High School students entered “The Z” before 9 a.m. 93 minutes later, after their tassels had been turned and their caps had been tossed in the air, they left as Vacaville High School alumni.
Speaking to students on the field and stands packed with friends and family, Principal Adam White welcomed graduates and introduced Vacaville Unified School District Trustees and Administrators, as well as his fellow Vacaville High School administrators. He also introduced senior class president Brooke Taylor.
“You are the 130th group to have ascended to this point,” he said.
White expressed personal gratitude to the seniors, whom he called “a truly amazing group.” He recounted championships won, incredible concert