Closing Remarks (Recognition Day) : Perseverance. Let It Be Your Light in Hours of Darkness and Your Applause As
Closing Remarks (Recognition Day) : Perseverance. Let It Be Your Light in Hours of Darkness and Your Applause As
As heard earlier during the opening remarks, this event marks a short but a
significant pause in the academic lives of our dearest students. Pause and
look around you. There are many things that we celebrate today – on the part
of our student awardees, the added feather in the cap; on the part of the
parents, the unequaled profit for the cost of today’s education; on the part of
the teachers, the realization of the noblest profession; and for the whole
Patrician community with the nurturing of these competent individuals, the
vision translated into a reality.
To our dear student awardees, your awards signify a new level completed.
Yes, you may have earned a star, two stars, or even more, but what really
matters is that all of these motivate you to continue with the game of life and
use the knowledge and skills acquired to overcome all obstacles that come
your way. So, after this, take the next levels. Do it your way. But do not ever
forget the people who have taught you the walkthroughs, the shortcuts, and
maybe, the cheats.
To all our dear students, in order to truly succeed in life, to live up to your own
expectations, and to make all your dreams come true, you only need one key:
perseverance. Let it be your light in hours of darkness and your applause as
you reflect on your successes.
I know you are all eagerly waiting to commence celebrating with your families
and loved ones. I just wanted to congratulate you all on a marvelous job and
wish you more of these joyous moments bathed in the sweet glory of reaping
the fruits of hard work. What a job well done! Always remember that God has
a plan for you, pursue it with the sincerest effort you can muster, have faith
and move on.