Seven bright stars graduated from Jonah Amitnaaq Secondary School in Baker Lake Friday, Aug. 18.

They are Mackenzie Putumiraqtuq, Aaron Niego, Haley Hachey, Kassidy Klinger, Richard Iyago, Kimberly Ukpatiku and Sydney Kataluk.

The ceremony involved tear-jerking speeches, moody lighting and a lot of proud loved ones. Following the school reception, grads took part in a parade around the community. Then they held a feast at the community hall, followed by games, a square dance and fireworks.

The next day, grads held their dinner and prom. Many of the grads are already preparing to head south for school, while some ponder their next move. Either way, from the ceremony to the square dance, it was evident Baker Lake was proud of their accomplishments.

Unlike many schools that hold their graduation events at the end of the school year, Baker Lake holds its just before opening the doors on a new year. The grads-to-be for 2024 had the honour of serving dinner to the 2023 cohort.

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