Allison, Rams Record Editor
My name is Allison, and I am proud to say I graduated with the wonderful class of 2018. Our graduation was on June 21, 2018 at 6:00 pm. We marched in to the pomp and circumstance, then were led in the pledge of allegiance by Khateria. After the pledge was finished we were seated by our class marshals, Kaydence and Aislyn. Our class president Summer read a welcome address. After that we were treated to a beautiful musical presentation of “Count on Me”, written by Bruno Mars and performed by Olivia, Laci, Anna, Maya and Amara.
The next presentation was an inspiring commencement speech written and read by Mason. All of the graduates were able to relate, which made it even more personal to each and everyone of them. In his speech, Mason analogized life to the class field trip we once went on. It was a hike up Mt. Major in Alton, New Hampshire. He compared the beginning of the trail with the beginning of life. It was a very easy walk when our parents helped us along with everything. As the trail continued the slope grew steeper, representing the challenges we face as we slowly grow more and more independent from our parents and take on more responsibilities. Eventually we got to a part of the trail on which we had to make a choice to follow either a longer route that was not as challenging, or a shorter route that was more difficult. Some of us chose the longer patch, others the shorter, more rigorous path. No matter what path we chose we all reached the top and saw the view. At that moment we all knew that no matter what path we chose they were both equally valuable and worth the travel.
After this speech, my fellow class officers and I announced our class gift. Each year the graduating class will purchase something they think everyone at school can use. This year we purchased a metal decorative stand that classes can use for dances or graduation and other events.
After the speech, our World War II re-enactment was viewed. It was filmed and edited by Maya. Mrs. Dockham, a teacher at CCS, kindly made a slideshow of pictures of all of the graduates throughout their years at CCS. Mr. Beaverstock, our school’s principal introduced some community members to present various awards to the graduates. Afterwards, all the graduates were presented with their diplomas. Mrs. Paine, Chichester’s music teacher then played the accompaniment to the song “Farewell to Chichester” as the new 9th graders sang. Our class song “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire was played as we marched out, ready to face what’s ahead.
On that note I want to finish this article with a message to my fellow graduates:
I could not be more proud to be part of the graduating class of 2018. All of you are kind, considerate, and caring of others. We have grown as a family since kindergarten, and have all been in one class since third grade. As Mason mentioned in his commencement speech we all will have to eventually chose our own paths, but I hope that they will all crisscross every once in a while allowing us to keep in touch through the forthcoming years. Thank you for all of the wonderful memories together.
Allison Miner
Chief-Editor's Note: Allison was a stellar member of our Rams Record Staff for several years. She will be missed but hope to see her byline at Pembroke Academy. On behalf of all the Rams Writers, we at the Rams Record wish you well! You certainly lived up to our byline: "Do you have a hard head for news? WE DO!" Best of Life, Allison...Mrs. Audet
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