From the echo of the final bell to the applause echoing through packed arenas, Houston County’s seniors took the stage — and the next step into their futures — during graduation ceremonies held on May 16, 23, and 24. Congratulations, Class of 2025! We wish you all the best in the journey ahead!
Houston County High School – May 24
A graduate smiles during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Graduates listen to speakers during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Salutatorian Neyo Zhao speaks during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Valedictorian Ruxanda Malcoci speaks during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
A graduate smiles with their diploma during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Graduates shake hands during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
A graduate smiles during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
A graduate shows off their diploma to the crowd during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
The crowd cheers for the graduates during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Graduates show off their diplomas during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Graduates turn their tassels during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Miles Stelson and Angelica Altman sing the alma mater during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Graduates smile during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
The crowd cheers for the graduates during Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
A graduate takes a selfie after Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Graduates embrace after Houston County High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Northside High School – May 24
A graduate waves to the crowd during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
A graduate high fives a guest during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
The crowd cheers during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Salutatorian Sofia Acosta Diaz speaks during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Valedictorian Darshan Patel speaks during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Houston County Superintendent of Schools Mark A. Scott speaks during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Jea-Otiss Carter presents a diploma to his son, Bryson Cole Carter, during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Daniel Sayles and his nephew, Austin Sayles, embrace during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
A graduate shows off their diploma to the crowd during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
The crowd cheers during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Graduates walk to the stage during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
A graduate shows off their diploma to the crowd during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Graduates turn their tassels during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Graduates sing the alma mater during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
The crowd cheers during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
A mom hugs her graduate during Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
A graduate takes a photo with their diploma after Northside High School’s commencement ceremony at Reaves Arena in Perry, Georgia, on Saturday, May 24, 2025. (Jessica Gratigny/For Houston Home Journal)
Perry High School – May 24
Veterans High School – May 23
The Westfield School – May 16
Warner Robins High School – May 23
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Brieanna Smith is the Managing Editor of The Houston Home Journal. Born in Denver, she spent most of her childhood in Grand Junction, Colorado. She graduated from Colorado Mesa University with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication and a minor in Graphic Design. She worked as a technical director and associate producer for KREX 5 News in Grand Junction, Colorado, before moving to Georgia and starting her tenure at the Journal in 2022. She and her husband, Devon, currently reside in Warner Robins. When she is not working, Brie finds joy in painting, playing her ukulele, playing cozy video games and exploring new music.
