For decades, the hallmark of our school's graduation ceremonies has been the tradition of gathering our young achievers on our beloved turf. Filled with pride and glistening in school colors, families have cheered for their children with the wide-open sky as a symbol of boundless opportunities. Our very own school turf is not just a physical space, it's a sacred platform where harmonious celebrations of academic achievements and dreams of the future have taken place. It's the place where students, once stepping onto as freshmen without knowing what lay ahead, now step off as confident graduates, ready to navigate the world.

Now, plans for the 2025 graduation propose an indoor scenario, shaking the very core of a tradition that nurtured a sense of unity and pride among generations. For our students, an outdoor graduation is not a mere event, it's a passing torch, a legacy that links them to their predecessors.

Research has shown how the environment in which a ceremony is conducted can have a profound impact on the attendees' experiences. Traditional outdoor graduations are not only steeped in nostalgia but serve as a testament to the strength and unity of our community.

We urge our institutions to give the tradition and sentiment their due respect. Let us not give up the turf for indoors. Let's keep the heritage alive and vibrant for our children and their beautiful futures. Please consider voicing your support for this cause, sign our petition to reinstate the 2025 outdoor graduation.