565 Graduates Soar with Scholarships

Five hundred sixty-five graduates from Ernest Righetti High School celebrated their big day under sunny skies, earning over $1.4 million in scholarships and setting records for A-G eligibility. Valedictorians and salutatorians urged students to chase impossible dreams and persist through setbacks, with Ansch Vinchi reminding them greatness comes from action, not ease. Jesus Herrera Romero, a first-gen student who slept on his family’s couch, inspired peers by joining the Army National Guard to fund his education and “build his normal.” Across four campuses in the Santa Maria Joint Union High School District, 2,233 students graduated this year — marking a powerful milestone as they step boldly into their next chapters. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cc3aa4bb73e7663b