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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1993-06-30, Page 14Class of 93 The students of Blyth P.S. are ready to tackle the challenge of high school now. Graduation ceremonies were held on June 24. Front row, from left: Tara Wilson, Jill Walden, Abigail Ramirez, Margaret Ann Stewart, Sandy Walsh, Teresa Smith and Amanda Howson. Second row: Zoey Onn, Jennifer Brigham, Becky Morrison, Toni Richmond, Kim Lee, Kandice McNichol, Shawna Walker and Mrs. Nutley. Third row: Mr. Harrison, Nathan Loder, Jeff Ferguson, Kurt Lentz, Mark Wilson, Shane Burkholder, Greg Blok, Trent Richmond, Ronnie Abell-Rinn, Craig Empey and Shawn Clark. PAGE 14. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30, 1993. Myth Public School- Blyth graduates look back on memories By Abigail Ramirez Good evening ladies and gentle- men, teachers and fellow graduates. Tonight is a night for goodbyes and hellos, a time to look back at valued memories, a time to plan for the future, a moment to cherish and then move on. All these are a part of change. Change is often thought of as a disrupting of established routines, another worry to those who feel insecure, and a burden to those who have trouble adjusting. But change should be thought of as something positive, an exciting challenge or goal, a time to learn and have fun. Change affects many people, sometimes in different ways. Some graduates will attend Clinton or Wingham secondary schools, a couple will go to Goderich and myself to London Central. But we are all making the same change of going to high school. Through the years our class has had many memorable moments, in fact too many for this speech. So these are just a few examples of our vast experiences together. Although I missed a few years with this class because I moved here in grade three, I came just in time to be a part of the annual class dances which we held to raise money to buy our teacher a gift. Our many class trips like our excur- sion to the "jail" in Goderich, the Lambton County Heritage Muse- um, St. Marie Among the Hurons and our recent and most enjoyable trip to Toronto are fine examples of our class spirit and cooperation. We will never forget all these memories, especially those spur-of- the-moment incidents which remind us of certain people or places. Remember when I was hit by a baseball in a not so pleasant place. Who will forget the girls singing on the bus on the way to and from our trip to the Ontario Science Centre last year, and our Toronto trip this year. I'm sure Mr. Morton and Mr. Harrison didn't mind. But as we move on, we will make memories, meet new people and make new friends. No one knows for sure what our future holds for us, but I believe we are capable of creating our own destiny through choices. As we live, our choices become more dif- ficult and unclear, so I am thankful for an education which willlead us in the right direction. On behalf of the graduates I would like to thank all the parents and families for all their love and support, for raising us and for their patience they continue to have for us. To our teachers, thank you for your guidance and knowledge, wis- dom, influence and for having enough faith to push us towards what we are capable of accomplish- ing. I thank you my fellow class- mates. My friends, thank you for listen- ing and for all the wonderful mem- ories I shall never forget. There are so many people we've met who have inspired us and many other acquaintances with unforgettable people, thank you so much for all your support and encouragement. We have learned much through the years and we will learn so much more as we move on. I have a lot of hope and hopefully we will all have good fortune as well. I would like to meet with you again in the future and remember all of this. For now I wish only the best to you all through this transition of growing up. Before I finish, I will tell you what change is to me: Change can be abrupt and change can be slow, Change can mean holding on and at times letting go, Everyone has had a change or has yet to have one some day, Some people like change and still Continued on page 15 ABIGAIL RAMIREZ _._, - , kLLOIR • BestWishesi Congratulations to all „ TO ALL OLIZ GRAM_ ATES I .1_ our Graduates! -----1 'bT5f „k ii I from III a Al LOMDESBORO 1,. _ ______„ Londesboro SEED PLAINT 523.4399 CO-OP Auburn Co-op 526-7262 re Proud YOU ii,P) Auburn Hardwoods Craig Ltd. 526-7220 Best located Townsend Emergency Londesboro Wishes to our in Londesboro next to Radford's Farm service available BRAND call 522-1629 NAMES YOU TRUST SERVICE YOU DEPEND Grads! Tire Equipment after hours ON! 523-4742 i I BLYTH I i I Ili older i , Way to Go Grads! PRINTING INC. BLYTH 523-9211 ..._. /. ., TODAY'S VARIETY Western Clothing, Boots, Hats, Buckles & Tack LONDESBORO 523-9790