Cobalt Institute of Math and Science school graduates 180 students

Rene Ray De La Cruz, Victorville Daily Press
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Wearing blue caps and gowns, 180 Cobalt Institute of Math and Science students received diplomas during a graduation ceremony at High Desert Church in Victorville.

“Throughout your time at CIMS, you have embraced challenges, tackled complex problems, and cultivated a deep appreciation for the beauty of mathematics and science,” Principal Clarissa McNally told the graduates during the ceremony on May 20.

“As you look toward the future, I want you to carry with you the understanding that your potential is limitless. … The world awaits the contributions only you can make, the solutions only you can devise, and the innovations only you can bring to life,” McNally said.

Valedictorian Jeri France Quiambao Fontilla addresses his fellow graduates during the Cobalt Institute of Math & Science graduation ceremony at High Desert Church in Victorville.
Valedictorian Jeri France Quiambao Fontilla addresses his fellow graduates during the Cobalt Institute of Math & Science graduation ceremony at High Desert Church in Victorville.

Valedictorian Jeri France Quiambao Fontilla and Salutatorian Amir Vincent Shanti delivered speeches before the students crossed the stage to receive their diplomas.

Other notable 2024 CIMS graduates include Alfred Otuonye, who will attend Notre Dame, and several students receiving Presidential Scholarships, including Mia Villa, Hillary Felix, Mia Sevilla and Diana Puente.

Cobalt is one of two grade 7-12 schools of choice in the Victor Valley Union High School District that become one of the area’s premier academic institutions, district officials stated.

Cobalt is ranked second in the High Desert, sixth in the metropolitan area, and 160th in the state in the U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools rankings.

Cobalt was also named a Project Lead the Way Distinguished School for the fourth time this year. The award recognizes Cobalt for providing broad access to transformative learning experiences for students through its partnership with Project Lead the Way, a nonprofit organization that supports Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education at schools across the country.

Daily Press reporter Rene Ray De La Cruz may be reached at RDeLaCruz@VVDailyPress.com. Follow him on X @DP_ReneDeLaCruz

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