Tuesday, June 2, 2015

Words of Wisdom to the Class of 2015

Mrs. Badger:
"'My favorite animal is the turtle. The reason is that in order for the turtle to move, it has to stick its neck out. There are going to be times in your life when you’re going to have to stick your neck out. There will be challenges and instead of hiding in a shell, you have to go out and meet them.' - Ruth Westheimer
Good luck to the Class of 2015.  You will be missed." 



Sharon Carney-Andrews:
"One of my favorite quotes:  'Everything will be okay in the end. If it's not okay, it's not the end.' - John Lennon. 
My own words of wisdom - Be brave, be kind, show compassion to others and never give up on your dreams! - Best wishes to the class of 2015!"


Ms. Churchill:
"'Life's tough, get a helmet.' -Boy Meets World.  Good luck in college and in life everyone! Work hard and you can achieve anything! Much love, KC."


Sra Cosme:
"Como lo dijo muy bien Celia Cruz en una de mis canciones favoritas y positivas, 'No hay que llorar, la vida es un carnaval y hay que vivir cantando...las penas se van cantando, la vida es una hermosura..,'Y como Marc Anthony dijo tambien: 'voy a reir , voy a cantar y a vivir mi vida, ...' Please,go into the world and do well,enjoy life, and more importantly, do good to others!"


Mr. Couture:
"Fear of what could happen is the biggest enemy of living your dream."


Ms. Hanley:
"'We do not need magic to change the world, we carry all the power we need inside ourselves already: we have the power to imagine better.'― J.K. Rowling 
Thank you, Class of 2015. I will miss you! Love, EH"


Ms. McGrail
"'I have learned that there is no failure in running, or in life, as long as you keep moving.' - Amby Burfoot.  Never let anything stop you from moving forward and becoming the best that you can be! Best of luck to the Class of 2015!"



Mrs. McKamy:
"'Whether I'm at the office, at home, or on the road, I always have a stack of books I'm looking forward to reading.'--Bill Gates
READ, READ, READ!!"



Mrs. Mitnik:
"My advice to you is to always remember to be kind.  You have no idea what other people are going through, and there is no deeper regret then the feeling that you have contributed to someone's personal distress. This is one of my favorite quotes:  'Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.' ~ Dalai Lama.  Thank you for your kindness and generosity towards others during your years at the High School."


Mrs. Rushlow:
"While graduation is an exciting time, it is a time of some uncertainty too. I always like to share this quote from LETTERS TO A YOUNG POET by Rainer Maria Rilke for times of transition....
'Try to love the questions themselves as if they were locked rooms or books written in a very foreign language. Don't search for the answers, which could not be given to you now, because you would not be able to live with them. And the point is to live everything. Live the questions now.'”



Mrs. Anne Sandland:
"Absorb as much daily sunshine into your body as possible. This can be from Mother Nature or in the form of smiles or good deeds from friends or family members. This 'warmth' is stored in the body for use on a cloudy/challenging day, until the sun shines on us again!  The Class of 2015 has given me a reason to smile this school year.  I am proud of each of you and your accomplishments."


Mr. Scozzaro:
"Be appreciative of others' advice for they just want the best for you, but in the end, trust your heart. Don't be afraid to go your own way."


Ms. Shockro:
"'We can't help everyone, but everyone can help someone'
Ronald Reagan.    Best Wishes to the Class of 2015!"


Ms. Sullivan:
"Ten thoughts that have helped me in the years since my own graduation from NAHS:
1. Never let the things you want make you forget the things you have.
2. What feels like the end is often the beginning. 
3. 'Do the right thing...even when no one is looking.' - C.S. Lewis
4. 'Be kind...for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.' - Ian MacLaren
5. 'Life is too important to be taken seriously.' - Oscar Wilde
6. Travel without a map.  
7. 'Blessed are the curious for they shall have adventures.' - Lovelle Drachman
8. Let go of what you think you know.  
9. 'We can do hard things.' - Glennon Melton
10. And most importantly for P.6 American Government - Always tip your waiters and waitresses : )
Good luck to the Class of 2015 - I hope you find happiness and make this world a better place!"



Mr. Walsh:
"Education is not a problem. Education is an opportunity."  --President Lyndon B. Johnson, 36th President of the United States. 


Anonymous:

"'Campus Life' on a Thursday night if you are questioning whether to study for exams or go out with friends.  Ask yourself one question 'Would I want my brain surgeon to be a D student?'"




Anonymous:
"Seniors, My advice is to not let failure deter you; your life doesn't end because of a temporary setback, it just starts over.  Next, don't be afraid of making a decision, even if it's wrong.  Your future employers want decisive leaders, not someone who cannot make a decision.  Good Luck and Great Success in your life."



Anonymous:
"Life is difficult.  Everything from this point on will require hard work.  Do not look for handouts, nothing is deserved, but rather EARNED."



Anonymous:
"Never give up pursuing your dreams and never allow yourself to say the words, 'I can't.'  Have faith in your abilities, confidence in your convictions, and never let them see you sweat!  Now, go out there and make the world your own.  Best of luck, Class of 2015!!!"



Anonymous:
"Advice I would give someone going to college: 
1. Find the library and pick a spot to go everyday, spend at least an hour there doing your work.
2. Go to class, you didn't spend all that money to sleep. 
3. Sometimes you're going to have to choose to study rather than party. Saying no to your friends can be difficult.
4. Get a meal plan and use it.
Adivce I would give someone going into the work force: 
1. Don't wait for things to be handed to you.
2. Work really hard, and earn what you get.
3. Try to find a job you love doing.
The secrets to life: 
1. Surround yourself with good people. 
2. Find a hobby you can be passionate about
3. Never stop learning.
4. Love your family with all your heart.
5. Follow the golden rule as best as you can.
Say no to drugs. Really, they're bad, umkay."



Anonymous:
"Do what is required of you and add a bit more!"


Anonymous:
"Wear Sunscreen"