I am pleased to be able to say a few remarks and share some of my thoughts with you on this,

your last day at PPCDS. As we prepare to move you up, it is natural to think a little bit about
your experiences in this school. You have worked hard and accomplished much in your time
here.

You have learned how to read and write; you have become proficient at math, learned how to
think like scientists, and have become acquainted with many of the world’s regions, customs,
and history in your social studies lessons. You have created beautiful pieces of art, performed
musically, and learned much about physical fitness and wellness..

Along the way, you have made new friends, and have been taught by many wonderful teachers.

Most importantly, I think, you have learned what it means to be a responsible and respectful
people – good citizens of your school and your community.

No matter what subjects your teachers taught you over the years, what they were most concerned
about was helping each one of you to become the best person you could be.

Our job here is done – we’ve taught you all that we have the time and the days to teach you and –
for the most part – you have learned our lessons well. Before we let you go, however, I hope you
will allow me this one last opportunity to give you some advice to take.

1) Work hard. Things won’t always come easily to you, and they shouldn’t. What is worth
learning is worth working hard for. Don’t let frustration get the best of you – persevere, ask for
help, and keep trying. The payoff will be great.
2) Be humble. Yes, you are smart. You are talented. You are athletic. You are a lot of great
things. But so are a lot of other people. Be humble about your accomplishments and be quick to
compliment others on theirs. You will be respected and appreciated by others for this attitude.
3) Smile. That one seems silly perhaps, but it is important. Maintaining a positive attitude – or
faking it when necessary – will go a long way towards helping you to make new friends and feel
good about yourself. You’ll be amazed at how much better the world looks – and how the world
looks at you – when you have a smile on your face.
4) Be courteous and respectful. Towards adults, towards your peers, towards yourself. Good
manners and a respectful attitude will take you far in this world.
5. Get involved. Find extracurricular activities that you are interested in and get involved. Don’t
worry if you are the only one in your group of friends interested in joining a particular club or
activity. If that activity truly interests you, go for it. You are likely to meet new friends who
share a common interest with you – and have some fun along the way.
6. Follow the “golden rule” – do unto others what you would have them do unto you. There
is no more important rule to live your life by. It is also a very general rule, so here are some more
specifics to help you as you continue your journey:
If you open it, close it.
If you turn it on, turn it off.
If you unlock it, lock it up.
If you break it, admit it.
If you can’t fix it, call someone who can.
If you borrow it, return it.
If you value it, take care of it.
If you make a mess, clean it up.
If you move it, put it back.
If it belongs to someone else, get permission to use it.
If you don’t know how to operate it, leave it alone.
If it’s none of your business, stay out of it.
If what you have to say will brighten someone’s day, say it!
If what you have to say will hurt somebody, don’t say it!
If something isn’t broken, don’t try to fix it.
If you think you know it all, look around and see how little you really know.

Kindergarten pupils and Grade 10 students, you leave here having learned a lot, but you have
much more to learn in the years ahead. Be willing to keep on learning – from your teachers,
coaches, parents, and friends. Maintain a positive attitude, a helpful disposition, and a
willingness to try new experiences. Keep reading, be helpful, clean your rooms, practice your
instruments, be good to each other, and keep smiling.
 PROGRAM FLOW FOR MOVING UP

Kindergarten and Grade 10

1. Processional

2. Philippine National Anthem

3. Opening Prayer

4. Danao City Hymn

5. Opening Message - School Director

6. Welcome Address - Kian Kyle Colipano

Grade 10

7. Reading of the Message of the Secretary of Education

8. Presentation of the learners moving up to the next grade level

9. Confirmation by the School Principal

10. Distribution of the actual Certificate of Completion / Card

11. Distribution / Confirmation of Awards

12. Words of Gratitude - Gabrion Kyle l. Chan

13. Singing any song of gratitude

14. Closing message