Graduation program for Chaparral High School.

Vicky Lopez, principal, center, and GISD Superintendent lead the entry procession of teachers and administrators at the beginning of the Chaparral High Commencement Ceremony.

The late afternoon sun cast the shadows of the Chaparral High Class of 2021 as they entered the Sun Bowl Stadium Saturday evening.

Hezekiah Garcia plays the part of the Chaparral High mascot, Lobo, as graduates take their seats.

Chaparral High graduate Hope Alexandra Munoz wears her school facial cover as was required of all in attendance along with social distancing at the graduation ceremonies held Saturday night in the Sun Bowl.

This Chaparral graduate had more of a philosophical message in Spanish which translated said: "Better late than never."

Chaparral High graduates used the cap to create messages to families in attendance.

New Mexico Auditor Brian Colon gestures during his keynote speech at the Chaparral High commencement ceremony held at the Sun Bowl.

Maria Hernandez, GISD Chief Academic Officer, assisted the Chaparral High graduation Saturday night by distributing roses to graduates. Each of the 249 Lobo graduates received a rose as a memento.