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Students gathered on the field after exchanging gifts during the ceremony.
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Passing of the Viking Torch
Seniors recently "passed the Viking torch" onto the kindergarten class.
Passing of the Viking Torch
Sisters Sienna Sarkees and Julianna Massaro meet on the field during the annual "Passing of the Viking Torch" ceremony.
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The Grand Island Central School District held a heartwarming tradition that bridges generations of Vikings. The second annual “Passing of the Viking Torch” ceremony took place on the high school football field, where high school seniors and kindergartners met in the middle of the field for a symbolic exchange celebrating connection, pride, and belonging.