CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – A few proud parents of Clarksville’s Class of 2020 seniors came together to celebrate their accomplishments.
Approximately 534 seniors traveled to Hopkinsville’s Bruce Convention Center to participate in the drive-thru celebration on Saturday, June 27, with many bringing family and friends to join in on the fun.
Upon their arrival, seniors were invited to walk the red carpet and have their name announced by former Indiana Colts wide receiver, Troy Albea.
They then received a certificate from Montgomery County Commissioner Jason Knight and had a professional photo taken as well as photos with their families before getting a gift bag full of goodies from the event’s sponsors.
The event was designed to meet the guidelines of social distancing while still providing the fun, recognition, and celebration of graduation.
The following businesses and people volunteered and donated to make the event successful: Parker and Pugh Law Firm, Cumberland Hall, James E. Bruce Convention Center, Hopkinsville Fire Department, Christian County Sheriff’s Department, Operation Come Together, Nason Homes, Funding 4 Excellence, Lee Jaquess Tate, National Society of Leadership and Scholars Membership Outreach Chair Jontayvion Osborne, Lisa McDaniels, Publix, Crystal Eisenhofer, Channon Green DJ Greenlite, Schneider National Inc., Pablo Guerrero of Shake and Bake Transportation LLC, LG, Old Chicago.
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