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James H. Groves graduates 60th class

Grad Stephanie Robinson is all smiles as she waves to her family and friends as she walks in the James H. Groves commencement processional. DAN COOK PHOTOS
Dan Cook
June 12, 2024

James H. Groves Adult High School celebrated its 60th annual commencement June 6 in Sussex Tech’s gymnasium in Georgetown.

Forty-nine of the 50 graduates were in attendance for the big event. Sen. Dave Wilson, R-Lincoln, presented a tribute from the Delaware Senate.

Sussex County Vocational Technical School District Superintendent Kevin Carson gave remarks to the class, as did Maureen Whalen, director of adult and prison education.

The commencement address was presented by James H. Groves Class of 1991 graduate Kathy Tucker, who has been an intensive care nurse for 37 years at Nanticoke Hospital.

The student speakers were Larry Hearn III and Ledi Yaquelin Rodriguez-Reyes, who spoke of their journeys to a degree at Groves.

The presentation of the graduates was by Kelly Whaley, director of adult education at the Sussex County Vocational Technical School District. Carson conferred the diplomas.

 

Graduate Sheketa Everett waves to her family and friends as she walks in the James H. Groves commencement processional.
Taking in the commencement address are (l-r) Madisyn Kuhn-Miller, Raven Maull and Lauren McConnell.
Sussex Tech rising senior Caliana Velasquez sings the national anthem.
Kelly Whaley, director of adult dducation, welcomes the Groves graduates.
Sen. Dave Wilson, R-Lincoln, addresses the graduates as he presents a tribute from the Delaware Senate.
Sen. Dave Wilson, R-Lincoln, presents a tribute from the Delaware Senate to Kelly Whaley, director of adult education; and Sussex County Vocational Technical School District Superintendent Kevin Carson.
Sussex County Vocational Technical School District Superintendent Kevin Carson addresses the 2024 graduates.
Maureen Whalen, director of adult and prison education, addresses the 2024 graduates with words of encouragement and hope.
Student speaker Larry Hearn III speaks about finishing up his degree from James H. Groves Adult High School.
Student speaker Ledi Yaquelin Rodriguez-Reyes talks about the help she received from her family and staff at James H. Groves.
The commencement address was presented by James H. Groves Class of 1991 graduate Kathy Tucker who has been a intensive care nurse for 27 years at Nanticoke Hospital.
Mason Clews receives a $200 scholarship for postsecondary education from Maureen Whalen, director of adult and prison education.
Organization of Adult Alumni and Students in Service team leader Chanteea Harmon presents the OAASIS scholarship to Angel Cisneros.
Director of Adult Education Kelly Whaley and Linda Powell present a scholarship in memory of Bob Powell, longtime coordinator for James H. Groves, to Stephanie Robinson.
Former James H. Groves teacher Daniel Cook presents the Ethel M. Cook Memorial Scholarship for $1,000 to Lauren McConnell of Lewes. Ethel Cook graduated from the James H. Groves High School in 1989 at the age of 79. She always said, “You’re never too old to learn.” JAMES HILL PHOTO
Lauren McConnell receives a $200 scholarship for postsecondary education from Maureen Whalen, director of adult and prison education.
Family members and friends of the graduates cheer the turning of the tassels.
Superintendent Kevin Carson presents a diploma to grad Justin Herbst.
Shae’len Riddick receives her diplomas from Superintendent Kevin Carson.
Maya Smith receives his diploma from Superintendent Kevin Carson.

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Dan has worked for the Cape Gazette for more than 30 years as a photographer and reporter, covering high school sports and happenings around eastern Sussex County. He won a photography award from the National Newspaper Association, and numerous awards from the Maryland, Delaware, D.C. Press Association. A Delaware native, Dan graduated from Cape in 1972 and returned as a teacher and coach in the 1980s. He retired from the classroom in 2016. He was inducted into Cape High’s Legends Stadium in 2016. In his spare time, Dan enjoys spending time with his wife, two sons, grandchildren and dogs. 

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