GANADO, Ariz. – Ganado Hornet gymnasium was filled with proud families, cameras, and future graduates ready to begin their next journey in life.
Today, May 24, Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren applauded the 96 graduates for their commitment over the last four years of high school, usually a formative and critical stage in life.
As their loved ones walked across the platform to receive their diploma, families projected their voices of pride, honor, and excitement as they heard their graduates’ names announced, officially marking the day they’ll welcome home a graduate.
“You guys made it here today with the support of your families, teachers, mentors, and friends,” said President Nygren. “Grandparents, aunts, uncles, mom, dad, all of Ganado, all believed in you to help to achieve a critical milestone in your life.”
Just a couple hours before sitting amongst the graduates in Hornet country, President Nygren signed historical legislation as a step towards water sovereignty.
President Nygren wanted to demonstrate not just to the entire country but to the young Díné who are getting ready to take their next step in life.
“I signed that legislation because, as a leader I think about the things we need as a community, and water has been one of them for too long,” said President Nygren. “I want each of you to walk out of here ready to help our people too, be a leader who helps your Nation, your
President Nygren reinforced to each student this is just the beginning of so many opportunities. He encouraged them to broaden their interests, make lifelong friends, and look inward to the power within.
“Remember where you come from, wherever your path leads. Be proud to be Díné, to be Hornet,” said President Nygren. “You have so much to offer this world. Make sure you bring it home and inspire others.”
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