About 85 graduating seniors from Independence High School finally walked across the stage to receive their diplomas during Monday’s commencement ceremony at Cleveland High School.

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Independence High School graduates move their tassels at Monday’s commencement at Cleveland High School.

Friends and family members look down toward Independence High School graduates near the end of Monday’s commencement at Cleveland High School.

Tayler Wray, right, hugs her best friend, Independence High School graduate Maria Rodriguez, following Monday’s commencement at Cleveland High School.

Friends and family came to Cleveland High School to watch their loved ones graduate from Independence High School.

Independence High School Attendance Clerk Raelani McKinney rings the bell during at Monday’s commencement.

Independence High School graduates walk into Cleveland High School’s Concert Hall Monday.

Jalyssa Gutierrez, right, receives a New Mexico GRADS award from Independence High School teacher Amy Guzie during Monday’s commencement at Cleveland High School.

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Photos by Rio Rancho Observer staff writer Gregory Hasman.