Welcome Speech for Graduation Ceremony Good evening everyone.

We gathered here tonight to celebrate and validate the graduation ceremony of batch 2012. I am Fernan Yabres, class first honorable mention, and I am honored to have the opportunity to speak today. First of all on behalf of the entire batch of 2012, I would like to welcome you to the graduation ceremony of batch 2012 at Silliman University High School. I also want to thank to all parents, family and friends for their love and constant support, as well to the members of Silliman University High School faculty and staff for their guidance and patience; we truly owe you all that we are. High school has been an unforgettable journey that has prepared us for the future, whatever it may hold. These past four years have involved some of the most memorable and influential moments of our lives. Individually, our experiences here are unique, but together we share a common bond as members of the batch 2012 and soon to be the graduates of Silliman University High School. I am filled with excitement and anticipation as the next stage in my life is about to begin but without the supports of our parents or guardian and our teachers, we may not have made it to this day. They have been there for us since the beginning, guiding us, helping us, and watching us grow. They have witnessed us mature into responsible young adult.