Ladies and Gentlemen, I would like to conclude today’s

occasion by taking this opportunity to say, on behalf of the

teaching and non-teaching personnel’s of Ponso National
High School, CONGRATULATIONS, to the graduates and the
parents, family and friends who have helped us arrive at
this moment.
To you our dear graduates, it is clearly seen your
outstanding achievements and it’s well-deserved pride!
Just think about all that brought us here…all the trials
and misfortunes, too great to recall, all the nights of study,
all the experiences, all the stress, all the efforts and all the
insights…all of it…it all comes together today, in this virtual
ceremony, as we witnessed your defying fruitful journey
come to an end and another door awaits you. As you leave
the portals of your alma matter, kindly embody the ideals
that we implanted and possess the visions off holding the
light of the future. Nevertheless, adversities are not an
exception to the rule of having success.
Courage: In the face of adversity, and even tragedy, try
to remember the reasons for optimism – and never be
afraid to ask for help. Look after yourself – especially your
health, both physical and mental.
Let me also recognize the ones who have supported you
in myriad ways. I would like to take a moment to recognize
one who have been by our side since the pandemic began.
They are your parents, your family who never left.
The faculty and staff who worked through the fear of
the pandemic. And the people who have inspired us all.
Let us salute the health care workers, the municipal and
barangay officials and community stakeholders... there are
more! Because of them, we were free to work and study
with the knowledge that our school campus would comfort
us and keep us safe in ways big and small.
Finally, I want to give you the opportunity to express
your gratitude to your family and friends whose support has
made your education possible. Hug them, if they are beside
you watching and say “Thank You”.

Graduates – Congratulations! You have worked hard.

You deserve to be proud of this achievement, and to take
this opportunity to celebrate.

Good luck, and good health to all of you.