CONWAY — The Eagles will once again soar from the summit of Cranmore Mountain when they receive their diplomas in June.
The Conway School Board voted unanimously to move graduation for the Kennett High Class of 2021 from Saturday, June 12, to Sunday, June 13, to provide the seniors with the same chairlift graduation experience that the Class of 2020 thoroughly enjoyed last year. The unique event drew worldwide attention.
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