We’ve spent the year
To make things clear,
To provide for you a
Strong foundation.
The skills you need
To help you succeed
Beyond this year’s
Summer vacation
You’ve done your best
And passed each test
It’s time for
Sixth grade graduation
Your rising star
Will take you far,
From the 3rd floor
To what lies beyond
You’re a terrific class
You’re sure to surpass
Expectations – I’m
Sure you’ll respond
And years from now
You’ll all take a bow
As the grade that
Knew how to bond
It’s great to be smart
And know all you know
But beyond that
A piece of advice -
Only two words,
They’re powerful, though,
A secret learned and
Now shared: Be nice.
How you treat each other
Says more than your score
When it comes to what
Matters in the end
Play hard, work harder,
Your potential will soar
Even higher when others
Count you as a friend.
Count these days as a blessing
And not as a chore
To your studies pay heed
To your relationships tend.
I’ve seen what you can do
In the class, on the court,
With instruments
Of mass education
Whether on stage in a play
Or at play in a sport
Your talents are cause
For jubilation
Use your talents for good
Be a pillar of support
And to your friends
Give your total dedication.
I’m proud to have been
A small part of your life
I look forward to see
How you’ll grow.
May your cup runneth over
May your successes be rife
Be nice.
Oh, the places you’ll go!
© Jeff Wilson, 2010
