By ALEC ETHEREDGE | Publisher
BIRMINGHAM – Standing at the podium inside a crowded Bartow Arena on Tuesday night, May 21, Thompson High School Senior Class President Abigail Bess stood proudly as she addressed her classmates one final time in a moment that carried a weight of emotion for her.
She stood proudly because she knew her mom Deanna Bess, who passed away in 2021, was looking down proudly on her and the entire class of 2024 as they prepared for one of the biggest moments of their lives.
“When my mother passed away, it felt like the world stopped,” she said. “My mom was such a huge part of my life and in many of the lives in this room. She cared so much for each of us and loved being a part of our school. I can without a doubt say she would be so proud of each of you.”
An involved member of the school and community, Deanna saw this year’s senior class grow through their years in Alabaster City Schools, and Abigail rejoiced in that experience as she reflected on the graduating class’s journey to a special night.
It was a night filled with inspiring words from city officials to Alabaster City Schools leaders and even the Voice of the Crimson Tide, Chris Stewart, who shared his own inspiring journey.
Read more at: https://www.shelbycountyreporter.com/2024/05/22/thompson-graduation-ceremony-honors-class-of-2024/