Maine Central Institute student Isaac Bryant appears to be praying but said he clasped his hands together more out of nervousness than divine support prior to commencement in Pittsfield on Sunday.
Maine Central Institute students Victor Cai and Connie Zhu pose for photos by fellow graduate Yj Li prior to commencement in Pittsfield on Sunday.
Maine Central Institute Headmaster Christopher Hopkins addresses students and parents during commencement in Pittsfield on Sunday. At right is alumna Beth Staples who gave the commencement address.
Maine Central Institute students Nikki Stewart, left, and Abby Monteyro flank teacher Lincoln Robinson prior to commencement in Pittsfield on Sunday.
Maine Central Institute student Hannah Folan hugs friend Arjan Orr prior to commencement in Pittsfield on Sunday.
The Maine Central Institute graduating class was asked to stand and show appreciation to faculty during commencement in Pittsfield on Sunday.
Maine Central Institute alumna Beth Staples was chosen to give the commencement address during the 149th commencement in Pittsfield on Sunday.
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