Anderson High School honored more than 450 students who were presented with their diplomas at a graduation ceremony this afternoon.

"Run with your talent and define success on your own terms," said valedictorian Rachel Snead. 

Among Anderson’s accomplishments this year were:

· Winning the Best Direction Award from the Greater Austin High School Musical Theater Awards for “Curtains,” the schools musical production.

· Qualifying 24 of its students for the UIL academics regional tournament, a school record.

· Senior Johnathan Churchett earning all-state bassoonist honors for the fourth consecutive year.

Congratulations to the Anderson High School Class of 2017! We’re #AISDProud of our #AISDGrads!