In caps and gowns, Wood seniors outlast adversity

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Will C. Wood teacher, Tracy Ruiz takes a selfie with three of the school's Valedictorians (from left) James Torres, Jax Dobri, and Taylor Ford before they marched into Wildcat Stadium to kick off graduation ceremonies Friday at Will C. Wood. (Joel Rosenbaum / The Reporter)

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Members of the WIll C. Wood graduating class of 2022 march in procession past their teacher during commencement ceremonies Friday at Wildcat Stadium at Wood. (Joel Rosenbaum / The Reporter)

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Will C. Wood graduate, Madeline Cargill strikes a pose as she reacts to the cheers of her classmates, family, and friend while crossing the stage to receive her diploma during the commencement ceremony for the Class of 2022 Friday at Wildcat Stadium. (Joel Rosenbaum / The Reporter)