Medford School District prepares for senior weekend celebrations

Katie Streit May 28, 2020

Last Updated: May 28, 2020

MEDFORD, Ore. – The Medford School District is preparing to honor its graduating classes this weekend.

Seniors will participate in a “Grad Drive” Friday at 2 p.m. That’s where graduating seniors will pick up their cap-and-gowns at their former elementary schools. On Saturday, both North and South Medford High School will have their Diploma Walks.

“It’s really just an opportunity to celebrate with some of their friends, with one of their teachers, and in front of some of their loved ones. In somewhat of a mini graduation ceremony,” said Natalie Hurd.

Once restrictions are lifted the district says it will have a big celebration to seniors can celebrate with all their classmates.

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NBC5 News reporter Katie Streit comes from her hometown, Las Vegas. Katie went to the Hank Greenspun School of Journalism & Media Studies at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. While in Las Vegas, Katie won a Student Emmy for her coverage of the Las Vegas Shooting Anniversary. She also hosted and produced the university's political news show, where she interviewed Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak and Congresswoman Dina Titus (NV-1). Her passion for politics turned into a coveted internship at the US Capitol in Washington D.C. In her final months working in the Las Vegas area, she was recognized for her journalism achievements by the Nevada Broadcaster's Foundation. Katie is excited to tell the stories of local Southern Oregonians and Northern Californians. Feel free to contact her at [email protected]