While the graduating Class of 2024 may have been small in size, they certainly made up for it in camaraderie, 字符, 和成就. 6月11日, the 8th Grade graduation ceremony commenced with a procession of faculty, 政府, 和工作人员, leading the way for our esteemed 26 graduates. Dr. 杰西·多尔蒂, 校长, 热烈欢迎, setting the stage for the insightful address by the chosen student speaker, 亨利·麦考利·伍德豪斯，24岁.
In a heartfelt speech, Woodhouse reflected on the 8th Grade’s journey at Green Vale. He likened their experience to completing a jigsaw puzzle, with each person and experience contributing to their growth. He acknowledged the essential roles played by the 校长, Early Childhood and Lower School Directors, 老师, 托管人, 厨房工作人员, 保安人员, 管理员, and parents in shaping their path.
Woodhouse emphasized how the class of 2024 has matured intellectually, 在情感上, 和社会, preparing them for the next chapter of high school. He compared their growth to fitting the pieces of a puzzle together, with each individual and memory being a crucial part of the final picture. Woodhouse highlighted the importance of carrying forward the lessons learned and memories made, 说, “随着我们的前进, we need to reflect back on what was great in our last puzzle to bring into our new one." He concluded by expressing his gratitude for the time spent at Green Vale, a place he will always consider his second home.
老师说话, Karenn Ressa, Upper School Librarian and Green Vale veteran of 27 years, shared her love for birdwatching and drew parallels from Christian Cooper's experiences to impart valuable life lessons to the graduates. Ressa emphasized the significance of discovering and nurturing one's passions, standing firm in one's principles, exercising caution in social media interactions, 维护人类尊严. 回顾库珀的故事, she underscored the importance of listening to one's intellect, 良心, and heart in navigating life's complexities.
Graduates took the stage for the full class’ choral performance of “I’ll Always Remember You” by Miley Cyrus. In keeping with a remarkable tradition, each graduate’s faculty advisor delivered personalized remarks about each student as the diplomas were presented.
Dr. 多尔蒂, began his valedictory address by expressing gratitude to the parents for their unwavering support and partnership, highlighting unique aspects of their involvement. Dr. 多尔蒂 also thanked the trustees for their commitment to the school's mission, the faculty for their dedication to 学习, and all Green Vale staff for their pride in their work. He acknowledged the critical role these groups played in preparing the graduates for their future, instilling in them the values and skills needed to become conscientious adults.
Addressing the graduates, Dr. 多尔蒂 celebrated their academic and 字符 development, citing philosopher John Dewey's belief in the power of reflection over mere experience. He noted that the graduates have learned to learn, developed strong 字符 through community acts, 建立代理机构, the capacity to shape their futures. 正如杜威所说, your real 学习 comes from reflection more than the experience itself,他说, underscoring the importance of continuous reflection and 学习.
Dr. 多尔蒂 praised the graduates for their readiness to face future challenges, encouraging them to keep reflecting, 学习, and communicating as they move forward.
Lifers (graduates who attended Green Vale since Nursery or earlier)
莉莉肯尼
埃文·L 'Esperance
哈利柴棚
安娜贝拉秦
毕业典礼颁奖
Buckley Award for Effort and Achievement
外祖母阉
莎拉·莫德尔
校长奖
莉莉·格蕾丝·肯尼
肖恩·莫里斯
杰基史
Robert Fenwick Jackson Bowl for Excellence in Academic and Athletic Endeavor
拉娜阿尔瓦雷斯
威廉·爱德华·莫里斯
托马斯·米. 班克罗夫特,小. 公民奖
Alexandra Kae Lustig
迪伦莫里茨
Penny Doerge Character Award
克里斯托弗·约翰·马尔泰利
Benjamin Farnsworth Vanderpoel Award
奥利弗·托马斯·穆迪
Derby Medal For Strong Character
Shayla Durrett
年终奖
The Frederick Driscoll Award:
塔伯凯尔西
Brock Award For Excellence In Art:
莎拉·E. 上一次
Class Of 1967 音乐 Award For Effort And The Advancement Of 音乐 At Green Vale:
合唱队:谢拉·达雷特
最佳团体奖:迪伦·莫里茨
Cheryl L. 韦伯女子体育奖:
莉莉·格蕾丝·肯尼
约瑟夫·J. Julien Athletic Award For Excellence In 体育运动:
迪伦·乔治·埃亨
玛格丽特K. Wheeler Award For Mathematics:
詹尼斯·维多
凯雷J. 小Coash. 历史奖:
Alexandra Kae Lustig
The Jonpatrick Barry Science Award:
威廉·爱德华·莫里斯
Warner Speech Contest Winner:
Shayla Durrett
露丝E. Deakins Bowl For Class Six Highest Average:
谢尔·巴辛，索尼娅·马尔霍特拉 & 米娜Mitby
Sevastopoulo Bowl For Class Seven Highest Average:
Kaito Cavallo, Jacob Jurim & Jourdyn泰勒
约翰·C. Green Bowl For The Highest Academic Average In Class Eight (Girl & 男孩)
迪伦莫里茨 & Shayla Durrett