Eleanor Roosevelt said, "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams". To our respected School Principal Sir Danilo Cerbito, to our ever- supportive parents, to my friends, to our hardworking teachers, esteemed guests, _________________________, to the venerable guest of honor, ________________________ and to my fellow completer, a pleasant afternoon to all of us.
We gathered here today to witness the ______________. As we turn the page on
this chapter of our lives, a flash of emotions washes over us -- excitement for the future, a speak of nostalgia for the past, and immense gratitude for the journey that brought us here. Just like the theme ______________________________________________, we are those Filipino Youths who are ready to step up and make things better. In school, we are molded to posses a mind full of ideas and energy to build a future where everyone has a fair shot. A stable future js not out of reach. The key lies in empowering it's most valuable resource, we, the students. With our dedication, resilience, and innovative spirits, we are architects of a new Philippines, one built on a foundation of stability and growth.
As valedictorian, I am honored to stand before you all and reflect on our
journey together. Over the past four years, we have grown immensely as students. We have learned invaluable lessons both inside and outside the classroom and each experience has shaped us into the capable young individuals we are today. But our success is not ours alone. We owe tremendous debt of gratitude to those who supported us every step of the way.
First, to our parents, families, and loved ones, thank you for you endless love, encouragement and sacrifices thats allows us to pursue our studies. Especially, to my Nanay and Tatay, you've been my anchor in everything that I do. Without your love, i will not able to take steps in achieving this kind of accomplishment. I've seen your never-ending hardwork and sacrifices just to provide my needs. Although pasaway ako minsan, your soft heart is always there ready to understand and to give me lessons in life and I know that all that you do is only just for my own sake. This award that I have received is really not for me, it is for you, Nanay and Tatay. This is a reward for your endless support and unconditional love.
To my fellow completer, or should I say my friends and classmates, thank you
for being my companion on this unforgettable adventure. The bonds we have formed will endure long after today. You became my second siblings who are always there to support me emotionally and to always lend a hand. We are together in achieving our dreams and we've witnessed each other as we take our journey in this school. I remember when we are just starting in this institution and some of us did not know each other yet, we were hesitant to reach out our classmates for we did not know if they can be our friends or not. But as the time goes by, we have formed a strong relationship and eventually, we created bardagulan moments that made our high school life enjoyable. I guess some of us will continue senior high school in other institution, but I hope that the bond and friendship we have created will never change.
Of course, I must not forget our beloved teachers, especially our advisers from grade 7 to grade 10, Ma'am Lorma, Ma'am Rebecca, Ma'am Nieves, and Sir Renal. Thank you for challenging us, believing in us, and imparting wisdom that will stay with us forever. you gave us knowledge not just the lessons we found on books and papers, but also the lessons in life that we can apply particularly in this changing world. You are my second parents who molded my character to become a better person and to understand the importance of education. I remember one time, our school was drastically affected by the landslide happened months ago, our classroom was damaged and I'm very thankful to Sir Jeffry for welcoming us in his section and accepted us as his advisory class. This proves that you, our teachers, are not just facilitators of learning but also persons with dedication and love in helping the students grow in life.
Above all, to our Almighty God, thank you for the strength and hope that despite of the struggles that we faced, You are always there to strengthen our faith. You are the foundation of all that we do. Without You, we will not able to transcend the challenges that hinders our beliefs in pursuing our studies. God, continue to bless us as we take our journey and give us a mind and heart full of dreams.
We, the completer of 2024 are the youth for a better country in the future. We are tested by so many struggles throughout our academic journey but we are armed with determination, hope, and a strong desire to make a difference. By embracing education, showing our talents, and giving a say on what happens next, our future will be bright and the Filipino Youth are the ones who will light the way. I just want to say: dream big, work hard, and never lose sight of what matters most. Stay true to yourselves and the principles you hold and always remember that you are not alone- you have each other and entire community that believes on you.
Congratulations to all of us. The future is ours for the taken. Thank you!
