Adrian Martinez-De La Cruz

HAMMOND — Families were spread across the lawn in front of the Pavilion at Wolf Lake Memorial Park, most with their own seating, to witness Morton High School’s Class of 2025 earn their degrees.

Nearly 300 graduates walked across the stage during the commencement ceremony on Saturday afternoon.

Keynote speaker U.S. Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, D-Highland, an alum of Morton, commended the graduates for having grit, strength and courage.

“You are blessed in two ways. You are brilliant and have achieved academic excellence, and you also have the street smarts that others may not have,” Mrvan told the students. “When you walk into a room you will know with confidence that you belong.”

Acting School City of Hammond Superintendent Anthony Salinas encouraged the graduating

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