This year Ripon High’s Yearbook program is switching things up. Yearbook hosted their annual rally full of surprises, and lasting memories on Dec. 5. The entire class was introduced to start with a wave to the audience. They then made room for the RHS dance team to steal the show. They performed a dance routine that encapsulated everyone in the audience. 

Next, junior editor Addy Henderson announced who the 2025-2026 yearbook was dedicated to. She explained how the book dedication goes to someone who has had a meaningful impact at RHS, and how this year’s yearbook recognized a teacher who goes above and beyond when it comes to assisting the yearbook program. Teacher Mrs. Ochoa was called out onto the stage where she received her dedication award.

Senior Lillian Peterson states “Mrs. Ochoa has helped us tremendously with our book, and the only reason that our books have been so good is because we’ve had the help of Laura. Everything she’s in charge of is so smooth running.”

Before announcing the senior superlatives, editor-in-chief Julia Herrick and senior editor Lillian Peterson announced the 2025-2026 yearbook theme as glued to the moments. They explained how the goal for this year’s yearbook theme was to make something that felt real. Something that served as a memento for the personal experiences at RHS, and represented what makes high school unforgettable. 

As for the senior superlatives, the yearbook team decided to build suspense by announcing the seniors that won a superlative, but not sharing what award they have won. Instead, this will be announced at the new Senior Superlative Award Ceremony. Seniors are full of anticipation and excitement as they wait for the ceremony, and cannot wait for the categories to be released.