Star Photo/Ivan Sanders The evening was kicked off with a two-lap parade around Westside Elementary for the graduating seniors who had attended the school during their elementary years.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Bushels of smiles were evident everywhere as former students of Westside Elementary participated in a parade and a celebration afterward that showered baskets of goodies on the graduates and a video of the students time at the school.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Each graduate introduced themselves during the celebration and shared what they were going to do after graduation.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Smiles were abundant at the Westside Elementary celebration for graduates who were former students at the school.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders The Westside Elementary parade gave former students an opportunity to be recognized by their elementary teachers upon their graduation. A great time was had by all who came out for the celebration.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Graduates were busy capturing memories of their celebration at Westside Elementary.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Evan Carter and Kaylen Shell make their first pass in the parade held for former Westside Elementary students to celebrate their graduation.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Matthew Hughes dons a smile from behind his sunglasses as he participated in the Westside Elementary parade for graduates.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Graduates decorated their cars and carpooled through the parade at Westside Elementary.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders A participant in the parade waves as she makes her second pass during the Westside Elementary celebration.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Former Westside Elementary students listen in as Principal John Wright congratulates them on their graduation.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Many selfie opportunities presented itself for graduates who attended the Westside Elementary celebration.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Westside faculty member Crystal VanHuss hands a basket through the window of a vehicle to several graduates who rode together in the parade.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Graduates who participated in the Westside Elementary decked out their vehicles with signs and balloons for the event.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders These graduates were all smiles after receiving their gift basket from the faculty and administration of Westside Elementary.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Joseph Kechter, Remington Tyree, and Evan Carter share a laugh during the festivities.

Star Photo/Ivan Sanders Graduates were treated to a video of their time at Westside Elementary at the close of the celebration.