HUME, MO — Laughing, gratitude and applause as Hume High School celebrated its six graduating seniors during the annual Decision Day event. This milestone celebration recognized the future plans of the Class of 2025, highlighting their talents and future path.
Decision Day is more than just a ceremony—it’s a moment for students to publicly thank the supporters who have helped them along the way, and to share their post-secondary plans with pride. Family members, educators, and community partners gathered to honor the students' journeys and encourage their next steps.
This year’s event was made extra special by two motivational guest speakers: Dr. Rowdy Pyle, Missouri Regional Director for rootEd, and Mrs. A. Sutcliffe, a beloved retired Hume teacher. Both speakers emphasized the importance of building strong, real-world connections (off of our phones) and embracing challenges as opportunities for growth.
The seniors’ plans include:
Four students will attend local community colleges, each with a solid financial strategy tailored to their goals.
One student is diving into a two-year certificate program in Electrical Technology.
Another student will be balancing college and hands-on experience by pursuing an associate degree while participating in an apprenticeship program.
Every student has crafted a personalized path forward based on their interest and goals—proof that success looks different for everyone and that passion and planning pave the way.
As part of the Step into Your Future initiative, all six seniors were rewarded with a brand-new pair of shoes connected to their future industry. This incentive recognized their commitment to career exploration activities throughout the school year and symbolized stepping confidently into the next phase of life.
Hume High School extends thanks to the Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development and the rootEd Alliance for sponsoring this event and supporting rural students with meaningful opportunities and resources.
To our seniors: Congratulations! Your Hume community is incredibly proud of your accomplishments and excited to see all the places you'll go.
Courtesy Hume High School
