Graduating seniors at Lincoln County High School in Kentucky school took part in a student-led prayer, despite objections.
Students and parents gave class president Jonathan Hardwick a standing ovation after his prayer.
Hardwick closed his prayer 'in Jesus name' and many audience members audibly joined saying, 'Amen.'
Six students, including one atheist, objected to the prayer.
Principal Tim Godbey says faculty can't pray publicly on school grounds or at school-related functions, but students are allowed to pray.
Godbey also said he personally prays for every student, every day.