"Not an end, but the start of all things that are left to do." This quote from Hozier's "Wasteland, Baby!" set the tone for the Springville High School Commencement Exercises held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Utah Valley University's UCCU Event Center. The wonderful occasion celebrated the achievements and bright futures of the graduating Class of 2025.
The ceremony began with the processional of the graduates, accompanied by the Springville High School Symphony Orchestra's stirring rendition of Sir Edward Elgar's "Fanfare and Processional," conducted by Mr. Alex Booth and Mrs. Amanda Manning. Senior Class President Danica Gwilliam led the Pledge of Allegiance and delivered a heartfelt welcome to the attendees. Principal Robert Fleming then presented the prestigious Outstanding Service Award to Cammi Blaser.
The graduating class heard inspiring words from their Salutatorian, Andrew Fisher, and Valedictorian, Nathan Jay, who shared their reflections and hopes for the future. A powerful musical interlude followed, featuring the combined talents of the Springville High School Choral Union and Symphony Orchestra performing Jacob Narverud's uplifting "Sisi Ni Moja (We Are One)," orchestrated by Nick Mendenhall and conducted by Dr. Cory Mendenhall and Nick Mendenhall. Principal's Choice Speaker Kate Christensen then addressed the audience, followed by another speech from Senior Class President Danica Gwilliam. The Springville High Symphony Orchestra then performed John Powell's "How to Train Your Dragon."
The formal Presentation of the Class of 2025 was done by Principal Robert Fleming, followed by remarks from Nebo School District Board Member Shannon Acor. A special musical interlude featured senior Stephen (Patrick) Johnson and the school’s Pipe Band. The ceremony culminated with the presentation of diplomas by the Nebo School District Board of Education, with graduates' names read by Brad Northcutt and Ivan Cardenas. The celebration concluded with the recessional of the proud graduates, ready to embark on the "start of all things that are left to do."
Congratulations to the Springville High School Class of 2025!