The Trigg County High School class of 2026 came together with kindergarten students Friday morning to symbolize the beginning and end of their school careers as they met at Perdue Field. Sunshine and pleasant temperatures greeted students at the football stadium, with Superintendent Dr. Rex Booth saying the event brings together the youngest and oldest students in the school district for a special celebration.
click to download audioBooth says it was great to several senior parents in the stands for the celebration.
click to download audioPrimary School Principal Lindsey Kinslow, who came up with the idea in 2024 after seeing a similar post on social media, told the students meet at the 50 has a special meaning for each of them.
click to download audioHigh School Principal Kristee Barnes says the connection will be a great way to remember the year and sends a message to the community.
click to download audioTrigg County FFA President Ethan Curling says it was great to be a part of the celebration.
click to download audioSenior Class President Riley Shaughnessy hopes the kindergarten student that she met at the fifty follow in her footsteps one day.
click to download audioBrooke Humphries says it was a great way to bring both classes together.
click to download audioGrace Carver says Meet At The 50 was a great way to encourage the kindergartners.
click to download audioKyra Adams says it was fun to meet with her fellow student.
click to download audioCameron McCormick says he enjoyed the event and the smile of the Kindergartner he met.
click to download audioAmari Alexander says meeting at the 50 was a great way to kick off his senior year.
click to download audioFollowing the Meet at 50 event the students gathered for a photo and were later joined by the remainder of Trigg County students for a pep rally that included a mystery wildcat that was later identified as Tulsa Lewis.
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