Parents eagerly try to capture these special moments as their young ones sing their graduation song 'The Climb'. - Photos by Sean Bennett

Sunday, July 5 marked the academic climax for the graduating class of Queen's Preparatory as family and friends turned out to usher them on to the next big stage in their lives.

The graduates celebrated their transition in a short but sweet and soothing ceremony on the school grounds.

Deputy head boy Gavin Smith smiles with aunt Jackie Smith after the graduation ceremony.

You're a winner - Gavin Smith (right) is the lucky winner of a Sangster's Book Stores gift certificate. To collect your prize, contact Kerry-Ann Hepburn at 922-3400, ext: 6419 or email: kerry-ann.hepburn@gleanerjm.com.

Certified brilliance! Little Ashley Thomas shows proof of her achievement with brother, Roy, and mother, Paula.

Alexis Patterson (left) and Celine Wright are a picture of confidence.

Head boy Chevonne Bailey looks dapper in a black suit and head girl Lauren Campbell is angelic in white during their valedictory speech.

Viola Smith claps jubilantly for her grandson as he gives the vote of thanks.