(Illustration by Joe Dworetzky/Bay City News)
(Illustration by Joe Dworetzky/Bay City News)

As graduation season arrives across Mendocino County and beyond, it’s easy to view the ceremonies as routine — a collection of caps, gowns, speeches, and tassels. But in rural communities, high school graduation is more than just a milestone for students. It’s a celebration for the entire town.

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