Medford High School graduation

Students gathered behind a curtain prior to Medford High School commencement on Wednesday.

A Medford High School 2013 senior adjusted his graduation cap before the ceremony.

Left to Right: Medford High School Class of 2013 Salutatorian Jennifer Frederick, Valedictorian Elizabeth Liu and Class President Christian Healion

Medford High School band played as seniors took their seats.

Medford High School Headmaster John Perella addresses the commencement crowd.

Students looked on during speeches at Medford High School commencement.

Medford High School Class of 2013 President Christian Healion spoke to his classmates Wednesday.

Left to Right: Medford High School seniors wait to get their diplomas. Left to right: Logan Luongo, 18; Jacqueline Luongo, 17; and Maria Loutraris, 17.

Medford High School seniors observe a moment of silence for victims of Boston Marathon bombings. From left: Anton Howell, 17, Amanda Andrade, 19, Sarah Andrade, 18, Safinsandre Antoine, 19.

Medford Mayor Michael McGlynn told seniors they would “always be Mustangs” and that the community believed in them.

Salutatorian Jennifer Frederick and Mayor Michael McGlynn grinned during her speech.

Students and spectators listened as Valedictorian Elizabeth Liu delivered her speech.