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Graduates toss up their caps during Bowman High School's 56th commencement ceremony at College of the Canyons on Thursday, June 5, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Bowman High graduates class of 2025

June 6, 2025

Nina Zamora, principal of Jereann Bowman High School, could not contain her excitement for the 2025 graduating class at the 56th Bowman High graduation at the College of the Canyons stadium

Student speaker Noemi Rozbrunch said she began preparing to leave for college early and, as she was cleaning her room, she said she found an old, dusty, and broken candle in the corner of a cabinet. She lit the candle and to her surprise she caught a reflection of herself in the flame and realized that over her four years attending Academy of the Canyons, this candle was waiting for a spark, just like her. During Academy of the Canyons’ class of 2025 graduation ceremony held in the Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons, Rozbrunch said that she was a quieter student and didn’t speak up often because she feared being judged. “I bet many can relate. At some point, you have all hesitated to speak up in class, even when you may have had the answer. Or maybe it was just me, but for most of my time throughout high school, I played the role of the unliked candle who let fear get the best of me,” said Rozbrunch. Upon reflecting on her high school career, she was left with many “what if” scenarios. And realizing she could never get the past back, she looked forward to the chance of being different moving forward. She implored her fellow classmates to continuously keep their flame alive and not let fear dwindle them down. “So, start today and go introduce yourself to someone new or say yes to an opportunity that may both excite and scare you at the same time. It's OK to start with small steps,” said Rozbrunch. Second student speaker Jeremy Lopez encouraged his classmates to open a door where there aren’t none and not keep themselves confined to one space. “The only reason these places feel that way is because we make them out to be this way. We lock ourselves into that feeling, and where does the key go? Well, maybe you ate it,” said Lopez. “I probably did. Maybe that instant gratification monkey from that one TED talk keeps distracting you. Regardless, the key is somewhere. You just have to find it. Or envision a new one.” He spoke about how the students should break down the walls of fear they may have and push themselves to new limits. It may be uncomfortable or unwelcoming, but it is sometimes necessary, Lopez said. Principal Juliet Fine congratulated the class of 2025 and talked about what the class was able to accomplish together and where the 97 students graduating would be going after they closed this chapter. Fine said that, together, the class has completed 5,772 college units. 61 students would be graduating with at least one associate’s degree, 13 students were graduating with honors, 21 students will continue their education at College of the Canyons, 24 students will be moving onto Universities of California, 24 will be attending California State Universities, 12 will be pursuing private colleges, 12 will be leaving to out-of- state or international schools, and other students stated they were going to take a gap year or were undetermined. In a unique fashion, instead of sharing her words about the class of 2025, Fine said that earlier in the school year each student wrote a senior speech, and she wanted to share lines from each speech. She read off what her students had written and said her words could never have done their experiences justice. As her final goodbye she wished them the best for their next journey. Associated Student Body President Tristan Simoncioni said to his classmates that it had been a pleasure to grow and work alongside them. “When we walk off the stage and into the paths our adult lives will forge. Remember, that high school was an experiment in dedication, where we've learned that success and failure are intertwined with progress.  I have a simple request for you. Wherever you go, find something worthy of your dedication and hold standing through success and failure,” said Simoncioni. Simoncioni alongside ASB Vice President James Chen read off their classmates’ names one by one as they walked to accept their diploma and after the last name was read the students cheered and walked back into the lobby to embrace each other.

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Student speaker Noemi Rozbrunch said she began preparing to leave for college early and, as she was cleaning her room, she said she found an old, dusty, and broken candle

Graduating senior Bella Jandt stands next to school director Kate Wolfe after accepting her diploma during iLEAD Online School's class of 2025 graduation ceremony held at Higher Vision Church on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Maya Morales/The Signal

iLEAD Online School celebrates class of 2025

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A Hart High graduate waves at teh crowd before walking across the stage during the commencement ceremony on June 4, 2025 at College of the Canyons in Valencia, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Hart Hawks embrace heroism as class of 2025 soars

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Hart High School celebrated the first class of Hawks soaring off into the distance as they graduated at College of the Canyons on Wednesday. Despite being the oldest Santa Clarita

Graduating nurses raise their arms in celebration during the 2025 College of the Canyons Pinning Ceremony held at the Performing Arts Center at COC on Monday, June 2, 2025. Maya Morales/The Signal

COC celebrates 2025 nursing program graduates

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After years of hard work and dedication, navigating life’s triumphs and downfalls, and learning countless skills, the 2025 College of the Canyons nursing program class was celebrated with its pinning

Christina Paz Arguello with her acceptance letter from Oxford University on May 24, 2025 in Canyon Country, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

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Golden Valley graduating seniors toss their caps into the air during Golden Valley High School's commencement ceremony at College of the Canyons on Monday, June 2, 2025. Maya Morales/ The Signal

Golden Valley commemorates 2025 graduates

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View a list of the graduates here. Madison Castillo, the Associated Student Body president of Golden Valley High School, welcomed the class of 2025, their families and their friends by

The Saugus Union School District governing board discusses possible consquences to be implemented across schools during their meeting on Tuesday night, Feb. 18, 2025. Maya Morales/The Signal

SUSD postpones 2nd special meeting set to discuss student behavior

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The Saugus Union School District has decided to postpone the special meeting that was originally scheduled for June 11 to have a second discussion on student behavior in the district.

Castaic district unable to provide transportation next school year

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The Castaic Union School District has alerted families that, looking to next year, the district will not be able to provide home-to-school transportation for the general education students, only for

COC physical therapy assistant program cleared to launch

June 2, 2025

News release The College of the Canyons physical therapist assistant program has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, which allows the

West Ranch class of 2025 seniors moments before they walk across the stage commemorating the completion of their high school careers on May 30, 2025 at College of the Canyons in Valencia, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

West Ranch graduates the class of 2025

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View a list of the graduates here. As 454 Wildcats closed the chapter on their high school careers, members of the class of 2025 were left with a message: The

The Canyon High School class of 2025 toss their caps at the end of their commencement ceremony on May 29, 2025 at College of the Canyons in Valencia, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Growth in Greatness: Canyon Celebrates Class of 2025

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View a list of the graduates here. As 492 graduating seniors from Canyon High School walked down the steps and onto the field at College of the Canyons on Thursday,

City of Santa Clarita street maintenence worker Jose Huezo helps a Newhall Elementary school student paint a line in the school’s parking lot for Public Works Day on May 22, 2025 in Newhall,Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

‘Public Works Day’ kicks off at Newhall Elementary School

May 30, 2025

Jennifer Zamora, a maintenance worker with the city of Santa Clarita, said her heart was full and warm because she was going back to her old stomping grounds. Having attended

Castaic graduating seniors toss their caps into the air during the Castaic High School commencement ceremony at College of the Canyons on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

The final climb over the hill: Castaic High class of 2025 graduates

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View a list of the graduates here. Resilience and perseverance were used to describe the 278 Castaic High School senior graduates Wednesday evening as they closed the chapter on their

College Briefs for May 29

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Local cadet graduates from West Point Cadet Joseph Ahart, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Ahart of Valencia, graduated from the U.S. Military Academy on Saturday, May 24. Ahart graduated

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News release The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency, in partnership with the Association of California Water Agencies, announced that the 2025 Edward G. “Jerry” Gladbach Scholarship has been awarded to

SCV Water’s Scout Days program returns

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News release The Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency announced the return of its Scout Days program for the third consecutive year. With dates from June 24 to July 31,

Hart district announces new coordinator, assistant principals

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News release The William S. Hart Union High School District governing board has approved the appointment of Malikah Nu’Man as the new Sequoia coordinator, and the board also appointed Vergine

SCCS students turn their tassles during the 43rd annual SCCS commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Habeba Mostafa/ The Signal

Santa Clarita Christian School commemorates graduation

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As their time at Santa Clarita Christian School draws to a close, members of the graduating class of 2025 were left with one message: Keep God close to your heart

Trinity Classical Academy Class of 2025 swtich their tassels from right to left during their commencement ceremony on May 23, 2025 at Trinity Classical Academy in Valencia, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Trinity celebrates class of 2025

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