Graduationg Speech

“Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.” - Maria Robinson

Using mistakes to build a bright future..
We all came to McLain with our own past behind us, accomplishments as well as mistakes. This school has been a symbol of hope for students who were unable to get by elsewhere. For many of us, this was our last chance to succeed; and we did it.
Yes, much of this accomplishment is thanks to ourselves. But we can't forget the people who brought us here, who pushed us and believed in us even when we felt we couldn't do it. Through frustration and anticipation, they stood by us and did everything in their power to help us succeed.
When I first started here, I remember Ms. Weaver telling my SOS class how different the student/teacher relationship is here as opposed to other high schools. This program is unlike any school I've been to or even seen; its personal to each student. We all come from different backgrounds and strive to lead different lives in our futures, & the staff here sees that. They work with us as individuals, not as a class of however many are on their roster. What traditional high school couldn't do for us, McLain was exceptional.

"One day your life will flash before your eyes; make sure its worth watching"
Of course, how typical would it be of me to make a reference to the "best years of your life"?
So far, I hope these were the best. I hope that every year is better than the last, and that the years to come are even better. I also hope that you take these years, and you use them - every accomplishment and mistake - use them to make a spectacular future.

- angel ramsey