‘Perfection is a myth,’ Twin Valley grads hear

Valedictorian urges students to focus instead on making the best of their talents 
WHITINGHAM—Graduates from Twin Valley Middle High School were urged to drop any pursuit of perfection, and to instead learn from their mistakes in their future careers at college or in the workplace.
Kaelyn Lackey, valedictorian of the class of 2026, told the graduating class that they need not strive for perfection but focus on learning who they are, and making the best of their talents.


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