LOCAL Wallowa County Chieftain A10 Wednesday, June 8, 2022 The Alternative Education School’s graduation Class of 2022. Jeni Greenshields/Contributed photo Alternative Education School honors grads By ANN BLOOM For the Wallowa County Chieftain ENTERPRISE — Under dark skies that threat- ened rain at any moment, the Alternative Education School honored its six 2022 high school graduates in a ceremony held behind the Eagle’s View Inn and Suites, on Thursday June 2. The graduates received their diplomas as friends and family members looked on, clapped and cheered their accomplishment. Members of the Class of 2022 are Lanie Huwe, Benjamin Huwe, Levi Pringle, Harley Lepper, Gage Coulson and Preston Aschenbrenner. “The graduating class of 2022 is truly special,” Alter- native Education School Director Maria Weer said. “Through the pandemic they showed fl exibility, grit and perseverance. However, it is their kindness and com- passion that stand out. In 21 years of teaching, I do not remember an entire class that was so genuine, empa- thetic and kind. I believe that they are exactly what we need in our world today.” The graduates’ future plans include college, trade school and entering the job force. Each teacher — Maria Weer, Ron Pickens and Jeni Greenshields — personally acknowledged what they thought was spe- cial about each graduate. Lanie Huwe was recog- nized for her caring nature and artistic ability; Har- ley Leppner has a smile that lights up a room along with his kindness; Ben Huwe, has the ability to tell a good joke to compli- ment his amazing writing skills and outgoing nature; Preston Aschenbren- ner can whistle the theme from Jurassic Park, is self- less, caring and confi dent; Gage Coulson is genuine, kind and has the best col- lection of ‘70s rock band T-shirts; and Levi Pringle is one of the most intelli- gent students his teachers have taught. Just before the cer- emony ended the skies released a brief shower, and the graduates and their families were greeted with the universal sign of prom- ise as a rainbow appeared on the horizon, above the Wallowa Mountains. Ann Bloom/Contributed Photo Ann Bloom/Contributed photo Cupcakes and sparkling cider were served to all the family members after the graduation ceremony. The graduates seated, from left, are Preston Aschenbrenner, Ben Huwe, Lanie Huwe, Harley Lepper, Levi Pringle and Gage Coulson. Smart security. Professionally installed. FEEL THE SPEED, EVEN AT PEAK TIMES. Protection starts with prevention Peace of Mind Starts Here Get FREE Professional Installation and Four FREE Months of Monitoring Service* ADD TO YOUR PACKAGE FOR ONLY 19 . 99 $ No annual contract. /mo. Based on wired connection to gateway. Number of devices depends on screen size/resolution. 844-894-8790 Over 99% reliability. 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