GRADUATION
On Tuesday 2nd December, we had
our Year 6 and 7, 2014 Graduation Ceremony and Dance. This was an incredible
evening where the graduating class presented their final farewells to all the
teachers, staff and parents and thanked them for their support. Of course, it
was an emotional night for many as it signified our growth and transition into
High School.
Halfway through the night, on behalf of all
students in our class, Henry presented a short speech about our time in PAC and
of its opportunities. He really reached out and spoke from his heart and that
is what had us all hooked. With speeches from all the teachers following, Mr
Petch presented his own message and it really touched our hearts. After several
speeches from past students, teachers and current student reflections, it was
time for the awards to be handed out. The Year 7 award recipients were:
-Citizenship
Award 2014:
Lucy
-Sports
Award 2014 (Awarded by D.R.S.C): Blake
-Academic
Award 2014: Amos
-Excellence
Award 2014: Blake
It was a fantastic and exciting night for all,
especially when we all stood and sang our graduation song, Que Sera – by
Justice Crew. With the choir joining in it really signified our time together
and of our memories over countless years of primary school. Bianca had written
and composed a lovely song ‘Memories’ that was sung by the school choir; a
beautiful and fitting symbol of our time at primary school. However the saddest
moment yet was singing the Wattle Grove school song for the final time. This
was the song many grew up with while at W.G.P.S and is definitely a song that
will stay in our minds for a long time.
As the ceremony began to draw to a close, the
Year 6 and 7’s presented their final farewell speeches. I was lucky enough to
have been a speaker of which we stated our final thanks to all our past and
current teachers, Principal, P & C and most importantly, the graduating
class of 2014. After the ceremony it was time to dance! The rest of the night
was spent dancing, individual and partner, and just generally having a good
time. It definitely was a memorable evening for all.
- Mikayla
GRADUATION AWARD
Tuesday 2nd
December 2014: a most momentous night for all Wattle Grove Primary graduates,
Year 6’s and 7’s, from all walks of life. The night of the Graduation: a
once-in-a-lifetime event that lest any fellow shall miss.
One aspect of
the Graduation was the receiving of the awards. Many an award was presented,
for all kinds of virtues. Greatest respect to everyone who received a
certificate; I believe they are truly deserving of their awards.
Congratulations
to Blake, who received not one, but two, prestigious awards: the Award of
Excellence, as well as the Sports Award. The Award of Excellence recognises
high achievement, productiveness, and effort in all areas of learning, from
arithmetic to the Arts. A most marvellous award for any scholar. The Sports
Award recognises excellence and high achievement in the sporting field,
commending the juiciest fruit of physical education. A great award for any
athlete. Blake successfully fills the criteria for both awards, and, I feel, is
truly deserving of much praise and high acclaim. Well done, Blake.
Congratulations
to Lucy, who received the prestigious Citizenship Award, recognising
outstanding citizenship: kindness, thoughtfulness, and the ability to give.
Citizenship is sparing a thought for others, and putting others before oneself.
Giving to receive the pride and joy of giving itself, which is rewarding
enough. A grand award for any humanitarian, and Lucy has filled the criteria to
receive it. Congratulations.
The Academic
Award went to I, Amos, the writer of this article. This award recognises the
pursuit of excellence in everything one attempts, as well as exceptionally high
results in English, Mathematics, History and Science. It came as a pleasant
surprise, as I was entirely not expecting myself to receive such an award.
However, I am grateful all the same, and I sincerely appreciate this wonderful
gift.
Congratulations
once again to everyone who received an award on Graduation Night. I believe
everyone shall be commended for what they are good at, and I hope that one day
the world will see and recognise what every individual has to offer. After all,
we’re all good at something…aren’t we?
-Amos