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The Communicator

Candlelit and Colorful: The Class of 2026 says farewell to CHS

As the seniors of Community spend their last day at the school, candle light and powdered colors illuminate their final moments.
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By Kennedy McDonald, Website Editor-in-Chief
May 21, 2026
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Dean Rebecca speaks out to the crowd of graduating seniors, moments before inviting them up to collect candles.

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About the Contributor
Kennedy McDonald, Social Media Editor-in-Chief
Kennedy McDonald is a junior at CHS, and this is her second year on staff. Outside of journalism she spends most of her time at the dance studio, where she trains in ballet. She is looking forward to her time as a Social Media EIC this year and is excited to be in room 300 this year!