motivation: Zuni High School celebrates

We were born with a path set before us...we have come a long way from the start. We have overcome the minor obstacle of life. We cannot determine where our paths will lead us, but we can be certain that with the light and guidance of others our paths will lead us to many wonders, and the knowledge we have gained and the understanding of how we have grown our future paths we will be able to pave."
ZUNI — Family, friends, and school staff filled the Zuni High School gym yesterday night to celebrate the accomplishments of the 2006 graduating class.

Eighty-two seniors sat surrounded by decoration colors in the class colors of black and silver as community leaders, teachers, and peers shared words of wisdom and encouragement. Following the presentation of colors and the national anthem, Jerrold Lahaleon, Jr. began the commencement with the invocation, and senior Joni Ghachu, class secretary, introduced the guests in attendance.

Among the guests was Governor Bill Richardson, who offered words of motivation and advice.

"Learning is a lifelong ," said Richardson. "Remember that your educational experience doesn't end today."

Richardson urged students to explore the world around them, grow, and always strive to learn something new. He also emphasized culture and traditions as integral parts

of the students lives, and how they will someday contribute something be able to
make a positive impact within the community.

By Natasha Kaye Johnson

"I'm asking that you give something back to Zuni, to your high school," he said. Among the many things said, Richardson talked of education and its importance to not only the community, but the country.

"It's the ticket (education)," said Richardson. "Not just for your career, but for your country."