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one last wuzzle and a poem of parting to the class of 2017
About this time, every year,
when the summer starts to sing,
I reflect upon the year that was
and write a wee something.
I sort the mem’ries of our past
and take time to look ahead;
I offer a tidbit of advice
and put the year to bed.
This year’s a little diff’rent,
it’s my last at ol’ U School.
While you’re swimming this July
I’ll dive in a new job pool.
Before I trade my winter coat
for flip flops and a tan,
I’ll leave you with some musings.
Heed them if you can.
This year has been a pleasure.
You’re a class full of potential.
The kindness you show schoolmates
going forward is essential.
Respecting one another
is expectation number one.
Just attend the simple slogan,
“Don’t start none, won’t be none.”
We trust that you’ll be true
to the traditions we hold dear,
and uphold the tenet of honesty
in each successive year.
And truly, in all fairness,
you’ve shown you have desire.
Now you have but only to
keep raising the bar higher.
Stay focused on your goals,
Give yourselves ev-er-y chance,
Take advantage of the promise
your school pledges to advance.
Understand the awesome scope
of your parents’ sacrifice.
Education of this quality
is not without a price
And it isn’t just the money...
It’s the toil and the sweat.
Theirs – apparent now.
Yours – is coming yet.
Summer vacation starts today,
time to refresh, relax, and rest;
and, revel in the knowledge
that you’ve aced the 6th grade test.
Now 7th grade awaits you
with its challenges anew.
Organize, prioritize…
There’s nothing you can’t do.
We’ve had some comic moments.
We’ve laughed a lot…and learned.
I’m proud of your accomplishments
and everything you’ve earned.
I’ll miss you, every one of you;
Part of my last, best class.
You’re a walking Packer metaphor -
when it's crunch time: You Pass!
You’re done with 6th grade Literature
And from what I’ve seen, you’re Winning!
Our time together is at an end
But your future’s just beginning.
Practice your grammar: “may” not “can”.
Remember to quench your thirst.
In real time you’re my last class;
But in my heart, you’re first.
“Mr. Wilson - you’ve just
completed your USM career.
What’re you gonna do now?”
“I’m goin’ to DisneyWorld!”
No. Really. I am going to DisneyWorld. Like...soon.
(missin’ you already)
© Mr. Wilson, 2011
one last wuzzle and a poem of parting to the class of 2017
About this time, every year,
when the summer starts to sing,
I reflect upon the year that was
and write a wee something.
I sort the mem’ries of our past
and take time to look ahead;
I offer a tidbit of advice
and put the year to bed.
This year’s a little diff’rent,
it’s my last at ol’ U School.
While you’re swimming this July
I’ll dive in a new job pool.
Before I trade my winter coat
for flip flops and a tan,
I’ll leave you with some musings.
Heed them if you can.
This year has been a pleasure.
You’re a class full of potential.
The kindness you show schoolmates
going forward is essential.
Respecting one another
is expectation number one.
Just attend the simple slogan,
“Don’t start none, won’t be none.”
We trust that you’ll be true
to the traditions we hold dear,
and uphold the tenet of honesty
in each successive year.
And truly, in all fairness,
you’ve shown you have desire.
Now you have but only to
keep raising the bar higher.
Stay focused on your goals,
Give yourselves ev-er-y chance,
Take advantage of the promise
your school pledges to advance.
Understand the awesome scope
of your parents’ sacrifice.
Education of this quality
is not without a price
And it isn’t just the money...
It’s the toil and the sweat.
Theirs – apparent now.
Yours – is coming yet.
Summer vacation starts today,
time to refresh, relax, and rest;
and, revel in the knowledge
that you’ve aced the 6th grade test.
Now 7th grade awaits you
with its challenges anew.
Organize, prioritize…
There’s nothing you can’t do.
We’ve had some comic moments.
We’ve laughed a lot…and learned.
I’m proud of your accomplishments
and everything you’ve earned.
I’ll miss you, every one of you;
Part of my last, best class.
You’re a walking Packer metaphor -
when it's crunch time: You Pass!
You’re done with 6th grade Literature
And from what I’ve seen, you’re Winning!
Our time together is at an end
But your future’s just beginning.
Practice your grammar: “may” not “can”.
Remember to quench your thirst.
In real time you’re my last class;
But in my heart, you’re first.
“Mr. Wilson - you’ve just
completed your USM career.
What’re you gonna do now?”
“I’m goin’ to DisneyWorld!”
No. Really. I am going to DisneyWorld. Like...soon.
(missin’ you already)
© Mr. Wilson, 2011
