Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Marian Academy's 7th Graduation


June28th, 2008 was a day of mixed emotions for the 7th Graduating Class of Marian Academy. The Graduands, to be sure felt proud to have reached this milestone in their lives, but were also deeply regretful to be leaving such a fine institution.
The Graduation ceremony took place in the school's auditorium, where quite a number of people had gathered to view the ceremony.
The ceremony commenced with the entry of the Graduating class, accompanied by their form teachers, Mr. Lloyd King and Ms. Michelle Crawford. When the graduands were on the stage, all rose to sing the first and last verses of the National Anthem after which Tristana Roberts performed a dance entitled "A Journey's Thought".
Everyone was welcomed by the Principal of the school, Sister Marie Harper, O.S.U. The Opening Prayer was said by His Lordship, Bishop Francis Alleyne. There was a Scripture Reading by Rondell Enmore, taken from James 3:13-18, which was followed by a recorder rendition, entitled "Ave Maria". Gospel Reading was read by Rosanna Ferreira, which was taken from Matthew 5:13-16.A song entitled "When you Believe" was then performed by Hillary Bose and Letitcha Greaves.
Sister Marie introduced the Guest Speaker, Ronald Roberts, Ronald Roberts, former student of Marian Academy, who then gave a very inspirational speech to the Graduating Class, in which he mentioned how he proved discouraging teachers wrong, how far determination and hard work can get one, and, in general, gave much advice to the Graduands.
His Lordship, Bishop Francis Alleyne blessed the Graduation Rings and Certificates, which were then presented to each graduand by Sister Mary-Peter Ngui. After the Presentation of the rings and certificates, Valedictorian, Tysheon McGreggor reflected on his life at The Marian. He mentioned the many things Marian Academy has to offer, and expressed his sincere gratitude to those who helped him along the way. The Valedictorian's Reflection was followed by the Head Prefect, Mikhail Roberts' Reflection.
The Graduand's Prayer was then recited by all of the Graduands, after which the Deputy Head Prefect, Ashley Grant gave the Vote of Thanks.All of the graduands were the blessed by the Bishop, and the School Song was sung by all.
The ceremony was concluded by the Graduands leaving the stage, holding lit candles, whilst the Closing Song, "Go Light Your World" played.
At the end of the song, the Marian Academy Graduating Class of 2008 threw their Graduation Caps into the air.

By: Alexis Maharaj