Dixon High School held its class of 2026 graduation ceremony Sunday, May 24, 2026, on the high school football field. Esther Mertes was the class valedictorian; Gage Helfrich was salutatorian. Class president Daniela Lovett spoke of what a special place Dixon is and Dixon High School Principal Jared Shaner told graduates to look for good and positivity and it will manifest itself in everyday life.

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Dixon High School graduates leave the field and wave to loved ones after receiving their diplomas Sunday, May 24, 2026. (Alex T. Paschal)