Pacifica High School in Oxnard cheers on class of 2023

Ventura County Star
Graduates show off their diplomas as they file out of the stadium at the end of Pacifica High School's commencement in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Graduates show off their diplomas as they file out of the stadium at the end of Pacifica High School's commencement in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Graduates walk back to their seats after receiving their diplomas during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Graduates walk back to their seats after receiving their diplomas during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Nury Isaac performs with fellow students in the mariachi band during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Nury Isaac performs with fellow students in the mariachi band during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Principal Chris Ramirez gives Mariah Marquez a high-five during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Principal Chris Ramirez gives Mariah Marquez a high-five during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Culinary arts teacher and chef Kristen Collins gives a big hug to one of her students during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, in Oxnard.
Culinary arts teacher and chef Kristen Collins gives a big hug to one of her students during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, in Oxnard.
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Gabriel Valenzuela loses his footing on the slippery ramp but is all smiles during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Gabriel Valenzuela loses his footing on the slippery ramp but is all smiles during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Abraham Ramirez is all smiles as he is assisted by Michael Hasler off the stage during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Abraham Ramirez is all smiles as he is assisted by Michael Hasler off the stage during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Samantha Avalos raises her arms and waves to her family during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Samantha Avalos raises her arms and waves to her family during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Valie Gissell Castellanos takes a selfie after receiving her diploma during Pacifica High School's commencement ceremony at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Valie Gissell Castellanos takes a selfie after receiving her diploma during Pacifica High School's commencement ceremony at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Zarai Ortiz shows her excitement as she heads back to her seat during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Zarai Ortiz shows her excitement as she heads back to her seat during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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A graduate fixes his shoe during Pacifica High School's commencement ceremony at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
A graduate fixes his shoe during Pacifica High School's commencement ceremony at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Graduate Mia Morales has her mother fix her cap before the start of Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. The graduating class consisted of about 670 students.
Graduate Mia Morales has her mother fix her cap before the start of Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. The graduating class consisted of about 670 students.
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Culinary Arts teacher and chef Kristen Collins wipes away tears as she is surrounded by some of her graduating seniors before the start of Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Culinary Arts teacher and chef Kristen Collins wipes away tears as she is surrounded by some of her graduating seniors before the start of Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Daniela Paredes, from left, Yaneli Martinez, Ruth Rojas and Christine Leon pose for a photo before the start of Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Daniela Paredes, from left, Yaneli Martinez, Ruth Rojas and Christine Leon pose for a photo before the start of Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Principal Chris Ramirez speaks to the graduates during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Principal Chris Ramirez speaks to the graduates during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Assistant Principal Angel Silva greets graduates as they file into the football stadium at the start of the Pacifica High School's commencement  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Assistant Principal Angel Silva greets graduates as they file into the football stadium at the start of the Pacifica High School's commencement in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Graduates walk past the bleachers filled with family and friends during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium  in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Graduates walk past the bleachers filled with family and friends during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Graduates walk past the bleachers filled with family and friends during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Graduates walk past the bleachers filled with family and friends during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Graduates walk to their seats as a passing rain shower hits during the start of Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. The light showers did stop about halfway through the ceremony.
Graduates walk to their seats as a passing rain shower hits during the start of Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. The light showers did stop about halfway through the ceremony.
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Graduates walk to their seats at the start of Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Graduates walk to their seats at the start of Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Graduates walk to their seats at the start of Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Graduates walk to their seats at the start of Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Graduates dry off their wet chairs after some rain fell during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Graduates dry off their wet chairs after some rain fell during Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Viviana Pineda sings the national anthem at the Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Viviana Pineda sings the national anthem at the Pacifica High School's commencement at the football stadium in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Streamers cover the graduates at the end of Pacifica High School's commencement in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Streamers cover the graduates at the end of Pacifica High School's commencement in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Graduates take selfies at the end of Pacifica High School's commencement in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Graduates take selfies at the end of Pacifica High School's commencement in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Graduates celebrate at the end of Pacifica High School's commencement in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Graduates celebrate at the end of Pacifica High School's commencement in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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Graduates take pictures at the end of Pacifica High School's commencement in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
Graduates take pictures at the end of Pacifica High School's commencement in Oxnard on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
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