Students from the Washington County area took to the stage to receive their high school diploma this weekend. Sunday 70 Mid-Prairie seniors were honored at their commencement ceremony. Kessa Jones was named valedictorian and recognized for her accomplishments. Twenty-two students from IMS adjusted their tassels transitioning from student to alumni at their graduation held Sunday. Gretta Rempel earned valedictorian honors. Dean of Lifelong Learning at Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary in Elkhart, Indiana Jewel Gingerich-Longenecker was the speaker for IMS’ 72nd commencement ceremony.