Capistrano Valley High grads celebrate year’s achievements in unforgettable ceremony

Capistrano Valley High graduates tossed their hats and walked into their future on Thursday during in-person ceremonies held at the school.

The Class of 2021, which succeeded and thrived despite the pandemic, celebrated with family and friends during several smaller ceremonies held on the football field. 

Congratulations, Capistrano Valley High Class of 2021!

Capistrano Valley High School’s Junior Honor Guard enters the football field during their graduation ceremony in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
Keira Wilkins gives her commencement address during Capistrano Valley High School’s graduation in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
Julia Hess helps her friend adjust her graduation cap before Capistrano Valley High School’s commencement in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
Mikel Gallastegui and Paige Montgomery smile at friends and family after receiving their diplomas in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
Christian Bedolla shows his family his diploma during the Capistrano Valley High School graduation ceremony in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
Aaron Peterseil gives his commencement address during Capistrano Valley High School’s graduation in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
Recent graduates of Capistrano Valley High School look for friends and family in the stands after receiving their diplomas in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
Capistrano Valley High School’s Junior Honor Guard carry floral arches at the start of their graduation ceremony in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
Principal John Misustin speaks during Capistrano Valley High School’s graduation in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
Joshua Licitra receives a fist bump during Capistrano Valley High School’s graduation in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
Capistrano Valley High School graduates toss their caps into the air during their commencement in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
Graduates of Capistrano Valley High School pose for photographs with friends and family following the ceremony in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
Recent graduates of Capistrano Valley High School show each other their diplomas during their commencement in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer
From right, Nevia Stickney and her father Jim Stickney embrace during Capistrano Valley High School’s graduation in Mission Viejo on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Photo by Drew A. Kelley, Contributing Photographer

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