Seniors from Dobie, Pasadena, Memorial, Sam Rayburn and South Houston High School were awarded their diplomas at graduation ceremonies held June 6, 2009 at Hofheinz Pavilion on the University of Houston campus.

Photos courtesy of Richard Tew

Dobie's Carol Nnabuife conducted her school's graduation address.

Dobie graduates are congratulated as they walk off the stage.

Memorial seniors waiting to walk into the arena.

Memorial Principal Billye Smith offers words of encouragement to the graduates.

South Houston seniors prepare to walk across the stage.

South Houston valedictorian Yesenia Guzman delivers her speech.

Pasadena High School seniors line up to receive their diplomas.

Pasadena High School seniors celebrate their graduation from high school.

Sam Rayburn students listen to the closing address.

Sam Rayburn students ready to take their steps into the future.