Photo by Liza King

Richland first grader Kylee Carter weeps while saying goodbye to graduating senior Katelyn Pinkley during the Rose Presentation portion of the graduation proceedings at Richland R-1 School on Friday, May 12, 2017. When asked afterwards why she was so upset, Carter explained, “I don’t want her to leave forever, she’s like my sister.” Carter further explained that she thought Pinkley would be immediately leaving for college after graduation and not come back. “I’m afraid I’ll never see her again,” said Carter.