Sample Opening Remarks

The life of a student starts with the first day, the first lesson, and your own batch of new and old friends. You’ve come a long way from your first day at _______.

_______ has been your home away from home for years now, but it’s almost time for you to embark on a brand new journey. The school, its students, and personnel, have been witnesses to your successes, achievements, and moments. It is only fitting that we pay tribute to our SENIORS.

I was surprised yet honored when I was told that I would have a say in your tribute. So, on behalf of everyone here at ________, I would like to extend our gratitude for your special contributions to our school --- not just for the achievements and honors that have brought glory to our school, but also for reaching out to us with your warmth, openness, and support.

To our seniors:
You’ll soon be moving on,
And be walking new roads
Living life to the fullest,
Treasuring the memories that here, you’ve grown

Medals, awards, recognition, and the like,
These things that you’ve given, have made the school reach heights
A legacy you’ve left us, a legacy you’ve shared,
Time with you has been enthusiastic, but sadly, your time here is almost at an end.

We love you, our dear seniors, thanks from the start,
Our time with you, we’ll treasure in our hearts.
So all from the heart, this tribute we give to you,
To your batch, as an officer, I give a salute.