<p>Stupid, I agree. My class was ~1,200 kids, so there was an incentive to make things go more quickly, yes, but it was fun to cheer for friends. Plus, I got a standing ovation. That was a cool feeling, I have to admit, but I think any cheering felt nice for kids–worth even the extra time. The school did “punish” for things like a beach ball mosh and kids summersaulting on stage, but I’m not sure if they went as far as to actually deny anyone’s diploma. Besides, everyone liked the creative kids; they broke up the monotomy.</p>