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Family of graduate celebrates with car parade

Posted at 5:44 PM, May 16, 2020
and last updated 2020-05-17 13:24:35-04

LAFAYETTE, La. - Family and friends came together to congratulate a Lafayette woman on graduating college during a time of social distancing.

Robbie Heath's graduation ceremony was suppose to be held on May 16. She received a degree in elementary education from the University of Louisiana at Monroe.

So, her family surprised her with a parade to celebrate Robbie's accomplishment.

The school held a virtual graduation today at 10:00 am. Afterward, everyone lined up outside of her home and passed by in a car parade.

The celebration was completed with cake, champagne, flowers and balloons.

Congratulations, Robbie!

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