Graduation – Texas Style

They say that everything is bigger in Texas, and high school graduation traditions are no different. 

What a celebration of scrumptious food, colorful parties and over-the-top decorations!  The senior class of Cinco Ranch High School in Katy, Texas graduated seven hundred thirteen young men and women on June 8^th, and Lauren Huisman was awarded for her academic achievements with “high-high distinction”.

Our parties began on Friday evening at the Cinco Ranch Golf Clubhouse with dinner and a slideshow of photos produced by Stephanie Huisman.  Friends and family enjoyed the buffet meal, then wandered outside to pose for pictures in front of a fountain.  The party-after party commenced around the Huisman pool, lit by a row of tiki lights.  As a surprise for the graduate, Anne arranged for lawn decorations to announce Lauren’s milestone.

Saturday began with breakfast on the Huisman patio, followed by the graduation ceremony at a large indoor amphitheater, and dinner at Bonefish restaurant.  Lauren’s evening continued with an all-night lock-in at Dave & Busters, where she won a doorprize drawing of a Keruig coffee maker. 

Over 700 students were awarded diplomas during the graduation ceremony.  The loudest applause, standing ovation, was for a special-needs student who earned the respect of her classmates for courage and dedication.  A touching moment during the two-hour long ceremony.