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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1995-07-05, Page 10/996 TM! HURON IIIXPO$ TOR. July S. I6.S-7 Never underestimate special Berson you can be VALEDICTORY ADDRESS BY SARAH NOAKES ST. JAMES SCHOOL 11 is with joy as well as regret that 1 recite this speech to you tonight. ' cry that we've succc;slutly completed nine years of education and made many strong friendships in the process. I also have some feelings of regret to sec such an enthusiastic, positive group of people 'go in different directions. Mr. McCarroll has played a - large part in making this year wonderful. He. has given us unending patience, understanding and dedication: throughout -the whole year and he has prepared us for greater challenges in life. He's enhanced our self-discipline and respect. He's taught us more than Math, History, English and Science; he's taught us to live life. We arc very fortunate to have had him for our teacher this year. Mr. McDade's influence for the past two. years has had a positive impact on all of the students. He is -not only a great. leader, but he has shared his Christian values with ..us each day. He, along with all the other teachers, have made St. James an exciting place to bc., • Father Hardy has impacted on us tremendously throughout his first year with St. James Parish and St. James School: He's given us stronger faith and strengthened our spirituality. Thank you for your prayers and concern.. Please continue to pray for us as we begin a new journey in lift. Our prayers are always with you. Parents and Families I think all of my classmates will agree that we owe much of our appreciation to our parents. They have guided us tothis point in our lives and have shown unconditional love - and support throughout our times of happiness and sorrow. This is a time for mixed feelings and emotions for them too. There- is a realization that their children are growing up. They see us moving from .the secure, comfortable halls of Si. James to a place where we become- mature, responsible adults. With the unconditional love and support they've shown us, I'm sure we'll be well prepared to accept the challenges of high school that lie ahead. - What St. James Has Meant to Me The '95 graduates will surely miss Si James School. The corridors of St. James hold many memories. From the time - most of us started Kindergarten here in September '86 to.now, June '95. Has it really been nine years?, Many of us have learned -lessons, morals and built strong characters here at St. James, a small school where everyone knows your name. We've had great opportunities, whether it be in drama, music, art, phys. ed and not to mention, a great education. St. James has been a fantastic school to attend. I would now like to share some of my thoughts about my friends and fellow graduates. I'm sure we'll all remember: "Randy" Becker for his unusual sense of humour, Lorraine Blake for her good nature and compassion; Matt Craig, who's everyone's friend; Natalie Dale, remembered by her entertaining personality; Stephanie Dale for being a good listener Tim Devereaux for his caring; Claire Eckert for her great attitude; Melissa Etue for her kindness towards other people; Brock Hardie and his love of sardines; Becky Holmes who's a great friend and good listener; Rob Janmaat for his ability . to make everyone laugh; Tricia Jansen for her constant spirit; Danielle Kistner for her giving attitude; Andrea Longstaff for her caring and love of life; Pattie Moran for her kindness and sincerity; Nicole Munro for her thoughtfulness; Steve Phillips for his great outlook on life; Ryan Van Dooren for his bright smile; Ben Vanden Hengel for being such a sensitive person; Crista Vanden Hoven for her quiet nature and great acting ability and Tara Dale for her keen wit. As we go our separate ways I'll keep these thoughts with me always. Now as we move on to high school we will not forget the fun times we've had here as a class at St. James. Some advice as I conclude: 'Never underestimate the wonderful things you are capable of...the impact of your dreams, your uniqueness and all you have to offer. Never underestimate the special person you are or • what you can become.' Best Wishes to you and Good Luck in the future. Thank you! Sarah Noakes ST. JAMES SCHOOL GRADE EIGHT GRADUATES - The graduates of grade eight at St. James School in Seaforth is (front row) Tim Devereaux, Natalie Dale, Melissa Etue, Andrea Longstaff, Patti Moran, Stephanie Dale, Ryan Van Dooren, (second row) teacher John McCarroll, Crista Vanden Hoven, Nicole Munro; Danielle Kistner, Lorraine Blake, Claire Eckert, Becky Holmes, Sarah Noakes, Tricia Jansen, Tara Dale, principal Jim McDade, (back row) Steven Phillips, Rob Janmaat, Ben Vanden Hengel, Brock Hardie, Matt Craig and Russell Becker. Teachers, friends will never be forgotten VALEDICTORY ADRESS BY CARALI McCALL SEAFORTH PUBLIC SCHOOL Teachers, parents and fellow classmates. Is • today fust another day in June, another day in the year of 1995, or just another moment in the history of Seaforth Public School? Today is a time for us, the graduating class, to say good- bye. It's time for us to move on. In September we will all be attending a ncw school, creat- ing new friendships and taking separate paths. . Before we go we would like to take this moment to thank our parents and teachers for their continued support throughout these past nine years. You were always there to give us advice, when needed, confidence when we felt insecure and encourage - Congratulations to all the Graduates! SEAFORTH JEWELLERS MAIN STREET, SEAFORTH 527-0270 A ment to help us get through the difficult times. Looking back over the ycars, you wonder where the time has gone. It seems -like yesterday when we started kindergarten. Some of us .in Walton and others in Seaforth. Four ycars quickly passed by. It was time for 19 of the grade three Walton Students to move on to BIGGER and better things. It didn't take us long to feel comfortable in our ncw school. Meeting all new teachers and newly -found friends. As we leave Seaforth Public we will be taking with us many great memories and hopefully we have left some lasting impressions on our teachers as well as the younger students. Being the senior students we have been taught to give leadership and to set good examples. I just hope that too You make us all Proud Seaforth Public School many people have not been too disappointed. What lies ahead of us -- we don't know. Today we aren't really thinking of that. Our thoughts go to what we will be leaving behind us, such as our teachers. We will always remember our educational outings with Mr. Millson. And yes, Mr. Millson, I must agree leeches do have a taste for the finer things in life! Mr. Lyon, I'm sure someday we will sec your fine works of art displayed in the best gal- leries of the world. • And if any of us should make it to the Olympics we will have to give all the credit to Mrs. R. for she has spent many hours trying to improve our athletic skills. Mme. Holmes, the one who has taught us how frustrating GRADS OF '95 WE THINK YOU'RE TOPS! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK %VINCENT f 527-0120 1 MILE NORTH SEAFORTH French can be. But also how enjoyable • when taking the majority of the senior students on a trip to Qudbec! Mrs. Griffin, it was great to be a part of your musical pro- duction 'Alice in Wonderland.' "You might just as well say that I breathe when I sleep is the same thing as I sleep when I breathe." Last, but certainly not least, our principal Mr. Tremeer. A big thank you for being here when needed and taking the time to show that you care. There are many more teachers who have touched our lives here at Seaforth, but time does not allow me to mention every- one. You have all been great and we will miss your smiling faces as we walk down the halls of tomorrow. GOOD LUCK IN YOUR FUTURE! "FROM ALL OF US AT" SPARKY'S PLACE FAMILY DINING 527-1964 90 Main St. Next September will be a different routine, strange. teachers and principals among - other great changes. We will make other friends, go our separate ways and choose different careers but I'm sure the memories of Seaforth Pub- lic School's teachers and friends will not be forgotten. We will take one final look as we leave today, anxious for the future, but not wanting to go away. We may forget a lot of things, but clearly we will recall, the ones we stood in class with, when we were oh so small. When we think back to these days, our eyes will fill with tears. The ones we go to school with become precious through the years. Congratula- tions to my classmates and good luck in the future! etwrodatioda Owes We've adea de wary/ Seaforth Sewing Centre 527-1900 9 MAIN ST., SEAFORTH GRADE EIGHT GRAD- UATES, SEAFORTH PUB- LIC SCHOOL - The grad- uates of Seaforth Public School are (front row) Amanda Brugger, Ellen Workman, Stephanie Gowan, Kerrie McClure, Heather Dale, Carali McCall, Abby Dietz, _ Michelle Stephen, Carolyn Litt, Rachael Broome, Tina Klassen, Nicole Crawforld, Melissa Trotter, • (second row) Mr. Millson, Mr. Lyon, Geoff Alexander, Jamie Dawe, " Kendra Jewitt, Corinne Leonhardt, Kevin Bernard, Jennifer Lubbers, Amber Halfpenny, Nick DenHaan, ,Michael Beuerman, Craig Vanderveen, Jessica Bur- gess, Sarah McLellan, (third row) Joel Rickert, Robbie Mitchell, Daryl Young, James Emmrich, Derek Hunt, Jesse Ladd, David Dietz, Jason Tunney, Jason Hugill, Melissa Harrison, Jennifer Brown, (back row) Theresa McClory, Josh Brown, Brett Jewitt, Darrell Dalton, Jason Thompson, Brent Webster, Michael Bieber, William Thompson, Wes Vick, Adam Leonhardt, Armand Dube, Ben Malone, " Rachel Hennipman, Tracy Jessome. Absent from photo is Scott Hopper. Carali McCall vAt 4,tetie' MAPLEWOOD MANOR 5527.144013 CHURCH ST.