Graduation Speech: Stand Tall, Set Your Goals High :: Graduation Speech, Commencement Address

As I look turn up on this crowd tonight, I see a diversity of people. I see grandpargonnts who have raised their families, lived through many an(prenominal) crises and have accomplished many goals. I see mothers and fathers who have complete some of their dreams, but still may be struggling with argufys and goals to meet. almost families are here tonight to watch their oldest child graduate. For other parents, theyre here to celebrate with their youngest child. Yet all parents wish the best for their children and bank to see them succeed in their endeavors. And last, I see our graduating class. We are excited about what lies ahead, yet some of us are filled with unbelief about our futures. nevertheless we all have one thing in common We have just begun to search for our hopes and dreams. As we start out on our journey some of us will find the easy path right away. This will experience us straight to our terminus with few obstacles along the way. Others will take a path th at will lead them to more obstacles and hardships. And some will hit a dead-end. But remember, most dead-ends do have room for a turn-around, and each revolutionary day can be a fresh start. Without a doubt, the biggest challenge I have faced in my life is adapting to life without my father. watch my family start a new life after his death has pass a big impact on me. This tragedy has encouraged me not to take life for granted, and to grab every opportunity that life has to offer. It has taught me to take a chance in life. It has shown me how suddenly life can variety and how fragile it really is. Life is precious, be thankful for what you have, and try and make the most of it. Each of you should take a moment to reflect on your past, to remember those who have helped you get here tonight your parents, your teachers and your friends. Hold on to these memories that are precious to you. As we leave Warren, our paths will lead us to a world full of opportunities and career choices. Using our technical, manual or personal skills, going to college or developing our creative and artistic talents are all possibilities. As children, we dreamed of becoming teachers, nurses, policemen or astronauts. But as we reached our teen years, our true interests and abilities began to materialize.