Friday evening’s promotion ceremony for the Canadian Middle School eighthgrade class—85 members strong—was held in the CHS gymnasium, due to their sheer number. Despite that, the annual rite of passage into high school was executed flawlessly and in quick order. From processional to recessional, the formalities took only 42 minutes, culminating in the presentation of the Abraham Cup to outstanding class member Maggie Hanes.

Last Thursday’s Canadian High School Athletic Banquet gathered together athletes of every sport—and many from several sports—and their families and coaches for the annual presentation of honors in each field. Awards were presented for courage and character and physical prowess and sheer determination, at the culmination of what can only be called a stellar year in CHS sports.

The Canadian Wildcat Band qualified three ensembles and four soloists for the state solo and ensemble competition this year. In order to do so, the musicians must earn a first-division rating on a Class 1 ensemble or a memorized Class 1 solo.

The Baker Elementary School’s annual track meet took place on Monday, May 17, at Wildcat Stadium. BES students participated in several different track-and-field events, including long jump, softball throw, running races, sack races, and more. The students fiercely competed in these events and were rewarded with ribbons by CHS student volunteers. PHOTOS BY LILY SMITH