WEBVTT 00:00:01.080 --> 00:00:03.080 Please welcome Mrs. Goris. 00:00:13.100 --> 00:00:14.450 Where do I begin? 00:00:14.750 --> 00:00:18.750 It has been an honor to be part of your 5th grade journey. 00:00:19.930 --> 00:00:23.479 You are a talented, resilient, and ambitious group of students, 00:00:23.680 --> 00:00:26.519 and I know you have a very bright future ahead. 00:00:26.819 --> 00:00:31.229 As you leave PS 32, remember to keep your sense of wonder, 00:00:31.389 --> 00:00:34.610 humor, enthusiasm, and passion. 00:00:34.950 --> 00:00:37.009 Believe in yourselves, work hard, 00:00:37.189 --> 00:00:40.690 and never be afraid to stand up for what you believe in. 00:00:40.990 --> 00:00:44.990 You will always be part of our PS 32 family. 00:00:45.590 --> 00:00:48.590 Keep following your dreams and I can't wait to hear all about 00:00:48.590 --> 00:00:51.290 your accomplishments. I will miss you. 00:00:51.590 --> 00:00:53.590 Congratulations, graduates. 00:00:54.119 --> 00:00:58.939 Now I am delighted to present the graduates of Class 5308, 00:00:59.759 --> 00:01:01.759 Christopher Lim. 00:01:09.069 --> 00:01:11.069 Selina Chang. 00:01:15.510 --> 00:01:29.000 She and her Evelyn Chin Lena Hung. 00:01:33.430 --> 00:01:35.430 Grace she. 00:01:38.919 --> 00:01:40.919 Justin Lam. 00:01:47.239 --> 00:01:49.239 Hey Wen Zheng. 00:01:55.449 --> 00:01:57.449 Rachel Chen. 00:02:02.040 --> 00:02:04.040 Grant Cheng. 00:02:08.509 --> 00:02:10.509 Austin Liu. 00:02:20.070 --> 00:02:22.070 Mushi Huang. 00:02:27.020 --> 00:02:29.020 Jessie Shaw. 00:02:35.320 --> 00:02:37.320 Olivia Lynn. 00:02:39.139 --> 00:02:41.139 Sorry, Olivia Lee. 00:02:43.210 --> 00:02:45.210 Maison Chen. 00:02:50.149 --> 00:02:52.149 Katsuya Shu. 00:02:58.020 --> 00:03:00.020 Vincent Zhang. 00:03:05.490 --> 00:03:07.490 Cindy Zhao. 00:03:12.470 --> 00:03:14.470 Freddie Liu. 00:03:20.759 --> 00:03:22.759 Javin Zu. 00:03:32.710 --> 00:03:34.710 Jessie Zhang. 00:03:40.080 --> 00:03:42.080 Elba Huang. 00:03:47.970 --> 00:03:49.970 Rebecca Gao. 00:03:55.630 --> 00:03:57.630 Caitlin Chu. 00:04:01.869 --> 00:04:03.869 Emily. 00:04:09.360 --> 00:04:11.360 Leo Joe. 00:04:16.489 --> 00:04:18.489 Addison Wang. 00:04:24.079 --> 00:04:26.079 Jasper Ho. 00:04:33.570 --> 00:04:35.570 Brian Chen. 00:04:41.720 --> 00:04:43.720 Theodore Lee. 00:05:18.720 --> 00:05:22.720 Alright, congratulations to the graduates of Class 5308. 00:05:24.250 --> 00:05:26.250 You may be seated. 00:05:30.320 --> 00:05:31.589 OK, um, 00:05:31.720 --> 00:05:34.900 friendly reminder to make sure all parents are out of the aisles. 00:05:35.200 --> 00:05:37.090 Thank you. 00:05:37.390 --> 00:05:41.390 And now our amazing announcers will return to the stage. 00:06:06.380 --> 00:06:11.790 The red Please welcome our next class speaker, 00:06:11.950 --> 00:06:14.869 Irene Yang from class 5-350. 00:06:28.549 --> 00:06:32.399 Principals, teachers, parents, staff, and also my friends. 00:06:32.679 --> 00:06:36.420 My name is Irene Yang from Class 5350. 00:06:36.720 --> 00:06:41.559 I've been a proud student of PS 32 dual language program since 00:06:41.559 --> 00:06:44.200 kindergarten. Looking back today, 00:06:44.410 --> 00:06:48.180 it feels like we've traveled a long and beautiful road together. 00:06:48.480 --> 00:06:52.020 First, I want to talk about our identity. 00:06:52.320 --> 00:06:56.320 Being in the Korean English dual language class has been a. 00:06:56.799 --> 00:06:58.309 We didn't just learn words, 00:06:58.519 --> 00:07:03.480 we lived the culture from celebrating Korean holidays to sharing 00:07:03.480 --> 00:07:07.859 our traditions, PS 32 taught me to be proud of who I am. 00:07:09.410 --> 00:07:13.589 Our journey wasn't always easy. Do you remember kindergarten? 00:07:14.290 --> 00:07:15.769 Because of COVID-19, 00:07:15.970 --> 00:07:19.970 we couldn't see each other's faces except on the computer screen. 00:07:20.369 --> 00:07:23.219 I remember feeling so sad back then. 00:07:23.519 --> 00:07:25.690 But that's why first grade was so special. 00:07:25.760 --> 00:07:28.000 The moment we finally met in person, 00:07:28.239 --> 00:07:31.409 I felt the happiest I had ever been. 00:07:31.709 --> 00:07:33.599 To my classmates, 00:07:33.899 --> 00:07:38.000 since most of us have stayed in the same class from kindergarten 00:07:38.000 --> 00:07:41.000 until now, you are more than just best friends. 00:07:41.279 --> 00:07:44.440 We grew up together and that bond is something I will cherish 00:07:44.440 --> 00:07:47.140 forever. I'll never forget you guys. 00:07:47.440 --> 00:07:50.880 To my amazing teachers, thank you for being my guides. 00:07:51.119 --> 00:07:55.679 I feel especially lucky to have my current teacher in both 2nd 00:07:55.679 --> 00:07:59.170 and 5th. It was truly a great honor. 00:07:59.470 --> 00:08:03.380 I introduced wonderful past teachers that I had Miss Han, 00:08:03.549 --> 00:08:07.549 Miss Cho, Miss Park, and Miss Song, and my current wonderful, 00:08:08.299 --> 00:08:10.299 amazing teacher, Miss Kim. 00:08:11.250 --> 00:08:14.029 All teachers, thank you for your love and support, 00:08:14.329 --> 00:08:16.910 and thank you Ms. Erico, Ms. Brager, and Ms. 00:08:16.970 --> 00:08:20.970 Valenzuela for making our school such a great place to learn. 00:08:22.010 --> 00:08:24.309 At PS 32, I learned to be brave. 00:08:24.730 --> 00:08:28.470 Performing K-pop dances and talent show, singing in chorus, 00:08:28.690 --> 00:08:32.460 and cheering with the cheerleading squad taught me I can do 00:08:32.460 --> 00:08:32.989 anything. 00:08:33.289 --> 00:08:37.289 These experiences have become the foundation of who I am today. 00:08:37.690 --> 00:08:39.910 Now we are heading to middle school. 00:08:40.210 --> 00:08:43.450 It feels a bit scary, but I know we're ready. 00:08:43.750 --> 00:08:47.109 Everything we learn here, our language, our friendship, 00:08:47.229 --> 00:08:50.049 and our courage will help us grow even more. 00:08:50.349 --> 00:08:54.390 Congratulations to class of 2026. We did it. Thank you. 00:09:02.150 --> 00:09:06.880 Please join me in welcoming Scarlett Cherry Boga from Class 507 00:09:06.880 --> 00:09:08.880 who will deliver her address. 00:09:26.659 --> 00:09:29.419 Good morning Mrs. Enrico, Ms. Vallawala, Ms. 00:09:29.719 --> 00:09:32.919 Braford, teachers and 5th grade graduates. 00:09:33.219 --> 00:09:35.119 Hi, my name is Scarlet Cherbuga, 00:09:35.179 --> 00:09:39.059 and today I'm graduating just like all my parents sitting in the 00:09:39.059 --> 00:09:40.179 crowd. 00:09:40.479 --> 00:09:44.000 I'm so sad because I've been to school for 5 years and now I'm 00:09:44.000 --> 00:09:46.179 graduating. I want to thank Ms. 00:09:46.280 --> 00:09:50.760 Canela and other teachers for helping me learn. Thank you Mr. 00:09:50.849 --> 00:09:52.890 E Rico, Ms. Valezuela, Ms. 00:09:52.969 --> 00:09:56.720 Braver for taking care of us and keeping us safe. 00:09:57.020 --> 00:10:01.940 My favorite memory at Pier 32 are all the trips that we went on. 00:10:02.190 --> 00:10:03.479 They were so much fun, 00:10:03.690 --> 00:10:06.950 and Sally's talents had to graduate and go to middle school. 00:10:07.250 --> 00:10:09.719 I'm going to miss my friends and teachers. 00:10:09.969 --> 00:10:12.729 I wanted to thank my parents for sending me to school. 00:10:13.010 --> 00:10:14.749 This school is the best school ever. 00:10:15.049 --> 00:10:17.879 I learned so many things in math and reading. 00:10:18.179 --> 00:10:20.179 I made so many more friends. 00:10:21.710 --> 00:10:24.739 And in this year in elementary school, 00:10:24.989 --> 00:10:27.809 I'm looking forward to meet new friends in middle school. 00:10:28.109 --> 00:10:32.190 I'm a little nervous to go to IS 25, but I'm excited too. 00:10:32.510 --> 00:10:33.830 I will miss the school. 00:10:34.070 --> 00:10:37.890 I feel prepared to try my best and do well in middle school. 00:10:38.190 --> 00:10:40.390 Congrats to all the graduates, 00:10:40.469 --> 00:10:44.469 and I hope to see you in next year in middle school. 00:10:51.200 --> 00:10:56.169 Please welcome our final class speaker, Max Fun from class 5-3. 00:10:58.900 --> 00:11:00.900 10. 00:11:11.520 --> 00:11:15.640 Hi everyone, my name is Max from class class 5 through 10, 00:11:15.679 --> 00:11:19.900 and I am in 5th grade. I can't believe we're finally here. 00:11:20.479 --> 00:11:24.960 It feels like just a few days ago we were little kids in 00:11:24.960 --> 00:11:28.960 kindergarten, and now we're finally the big kids. 00:11:29.409 --> 00:11:32.760 We had so many great memories here on PS 32. 00:11:33.049 --> 00:11:37.840 I'm going to miss you. I'm going to miss all of you every day, 00:11:38.169 --> 00:11:41.479 whether we were hanging out at recess or just laughing in the 00:11:41.479 --> 00:11:46.109 hallways. I'll never forget the fun shows were put on. 00:11:47.479 --> 00:11:51.479 The salmon when we saw the ice cream pull up and more. 00:11:52.549 --> 00:11:57.349 We also have to thank our PTA for all the awesome stuff you the 00:11:57.349 --> 00:12:01.909 day you did for us, like the snack sales and the spring sale. 00:12:03.320 --> 00:12:05.840 We also have to thank our lunch ladies. 00:12:06.140 --> 00:12:09.400 Thank you for always being there with a smile and making sure we 00:12:09.400 --> 00:12:11.400 have lunch every single day. 00:12:12.169 --> 00:12:16.369 We very appreciate your hard working and dedication. 00:12:17.080 --> 00:12:20.940 Our teachers have done so much for us today. Ms. Key, 00:12:21.099 --> 00:12:25.599 thank you for always being there for us and leading the way. 00:12:26.469 --> 00:12:27.429 Ms. McGuire, 00:12:27.530 --> 00:12:31.669 thank you for always being patient and helping us actually 00:12:31.669 --> 00:12:35.669 understand math even if it is very confusing. 00:12:38.710 --> 00:12:39.590 Mr. Hoffman, 00:12:39.789 --> 00:12:44.590 thank you for making music the best part of the day and always 00:12:44.590 --> 00:12:49.440 keeping fun like you, like you said, Music can change the world. 00:12:50.669 --> 00:12:51.650 Ms. Awad, 00:12:51.950 --> 00:12:55.989 thank you for all the awesome experiments and for showing us how 00:12:55.989 --> 00:12:57.989 cool the world is. 00:12:58.460 --> 00:13:01.429 And of course we have to thank Ms Frentz and Ms. 00:13:01.559 --> 00:13:05.729 Georgetti, also known as Ms as Fring Jetti. 00:13:06.700 --> 00:13:09.439 You guys are the dynamic duo reading. 00:13:09.739 --> 00:13:13.520 Thank you for teaching us all the skills we need. 00:13:13.820 --> 00:13:18.400 Like finding the central idea, making inferences, 00:13:18.940 --> 00:13:22.940 unders understanding figurative language, and more. 00:13:23.340 --> 00:13:27.440 You didn't teach us all how to read. You taught us how to. 00:13:28.820 --> 00:13:32.319 You taught us how to love stories and think for ourselves, 00:13:32.619 --> 00:13:38.200 and we are so. And we And you have so much fun in your class. 00:13:39.559 --> 00:13:43.559 I also have to say a huge thanks to Ms. Rostick. 00:13:44.280 --> 00:13:46.220 You were my 4th grade teacher, 00:13:46.520 --> 00:13:50.400 and you really believed in me and helped me get ready for this 00:13:50.400 --> 00:13:52.249 moment. 00:13:52.549 --> 00:13:55.799 All of you teachers are the best and we're going to miss you 00:13:55.799 --> 00:13:57.330 very much. 00:13:57.630 --> 00:14:01.500 Ms Peron, thank you for helping me succeed in basketball. 00:14:01.780 --> 00:14:05.659 Like how to pass correctly, my shooting form, dribbling, 00:14:05.729 --> 00:14:10.409 and defense. And I highly appreciate that Ms. 00:14:10.479 --> 00:14:14.719 Brinkley, thank you for teaching us how to dance, stretch, 00:14:14.880 --> 00:14:16.880 and sometimes we play games. 00:14:17.750 --> 00:14:19.859 Moving to middle school is a little scary, 00:14:20.159 --> 00:14:21.530 but I know we're ready. 00:14:21.830 --> 00:14:24.789 Let's just remember to keep being nice to each other and to 00:14:24.789 --> 00:14:26.609 always try our best. 00:14:26.909 --> 00:14:30.909 Congratulations everyone, we actually made it. Thank you. 00:14:55.330 --> 00:14:59.210 Next we will sing some songs in dedication to our families and 00:14:59.210 --> 00:15:02.270 friends as we celebrate this special moment in our lives. 00:15:02.570 --> 00:15:06.840 So sit back and enjoy the singing of the class of 2026. 00:15:17.109 --> 00:26:51.589 Well Go outside. 00:27:01.729 --> 00:27:04.930 Please join me in a warm welcome for our principal, Mrs. 00:27:05.180 --> 00:27:06.010 Deborah Erico, 00:27:06.130 --> 00:27:10.449 who will deliver her commencement address to the class of 2026. 00:27:26.140 --> 00:27:29.780 I really love the new edition of Funky Town. Mr. 00:27:29.819 --> 00:27:33.819 Hoffman really got everybody moving, so thank you. 00:27:34.339 --> 00:27:37.060 Before I begin to salute our graduates this morning, 00:27:37.339 --> 00:27:40.689 it is important that Mrs. Valenzuela, Mrs. Brager, 00:27:40.699 --> 00:27:45.260 and myself recognize and celebrate publicly some very special 00:27:45.260 --> 00:27:49.260 people at PS 32 who make today a possibility. 00:27:49.900 --> 00:27:50.420 First, 00:27:50.689 --> 00:27:56.260 our fifth grade teachers and paraprofessionals in class 5307, 00:27:56.500 --> 00:27:58.500 Ms. Christina Canella. 00:28:00.810 --> 00:28:04.849 And paraprofessionals Ms. Stacy Mack and Mr. Johnny Chang. 00:28:09.380 --> 00:28:16.160 In class 5350, Ms. Chelsea Kim. And paraprofessional Ms. 00:28:16.260 --> 00:28:17.620 Haa Lee. 00:28:17.920 --> 00:28:19.779 Yeah, sorry. 00:28:20.079 --> 00:28:25.099 In 5314, Ms O'Dala Skeet and Ms. Cynthia McGuire. 00:28:29.530 --> 00:28:33.650 And paraprofessionals Ms. Maria Papainakis and Ms. 00:28:33.689 --> 00:28:35.689 Vivian Risotto. 00:28:39.599 --> 00:28:44.550 In class 5 through 12, Mr. Custin, and thank you to him, 00:28:44.640 --> 00:28:49.760 a huge shout out for undertaking all of today's preparations, 00:28:50.199 --> 00:28:54.199 programs, and organizations of events. 00:28:58.290 --> 00:29:02.410 In class 5310, Ms. Nicole Ferrez and Ms. 00:29:02.489 --> 00:29:06.489 Christina Georgetti, more commonly known as Freetti. 00:29:07.829 --> 00:29:11.829 And paraprofessional Ms. Lisa Chen. 00:29:14.310 --> 00:29:18.310 In class 5309, Ms. Nicole Rodriguez. 00:29:23.170 --> 00:29:27.170 And then 5308 Ms. Danielle Gobris. 00:29:33.329 --> 00:29:37.829 All of the decorating and preparation for today's event also 00:29:37.829 --> 00:29:41.310 takes a village. Thank you to Ms. Katis, Ms. 00:29:41.430 --> 00:29:45.150 Evelyn Cocaronas for our color guard and the changing of today's 00:29:45.150 --> 00:29:49.510 colors during this morning's color guard ceremony. 00:29:54.130 --> 00:29:55.119 Thank you to Mr. 00:29:55.199 --> 00:29:59.739 Hoffman for his musical direction and support and leading us all 00:29:59.739 --> 00:30:01.739 in song. 00:30:07.839 --> 00:30:08.439 To Mr. 00:30:08.449 --> 00:30:13.229 Chris Pizurro for the recording of today's commencement to enjoy 00:30:13.229 --> 00:30:15.229 for many years to come. 00:30:25.290 --> 00:30:28.449 I just wanna remind everybody that we are in an auditorium to 00:30:28.449 --> 00:30:33.680 celebrate a graduation, not a sporting event. Thank you. 00:30:36.640 --> 00:30:36.949 To Ms. 00:30:37.050 --> 00:30:40.709 Gladys Bourne for printing all of today's tickets and preparing 00:30:40.709 --> 00:30:43.130 them for distribution so, 00:30:44.189 --> 00:30:47.430 so beautifully and a huge shout out for the creation of today's 00:30:47.430 --> 00:30:51.430 graduation slideshow that will conclude today's program. 00:30:58.060 --> 00:30:58.869 Thank you to Ms. 00:30:58.930 --> 00:31:02.579 Antonia Batsilis for arriving early this morning to organize the 00:31:02.579 --> 00:31:07.069 setup and for being the bouncer along with Ms. Bourne and Ms. 00:31:07.140 --> 00:31:08.280 Schaeffer today, 00:31:08.380 --> 00:31:12.859 making sure all families are safe and seated throughout today's 00:31:12.859 --> 00:31:14.859 program. 00:31:21.329 --> 00:31:23.130 Thank you to our guidance counselor, Ms. 00:31:23.250 --> 00:31:26.369 Kind for being here to cheer on our students and helping with 00:31:26.369 --> 00:31:28.369 the middle school process. 00:31:33.979 --> 00:31:35.170 Thank you to Ms. 00:31:35.300 --> 00:31:39.219 Maura Jagoda for all of her organization support and the running 00:31:39.219 --> 00:31:43.219 around as parent coordinator extraordinaire. 00:31:46.920 --> 00:31:49.810 A thank you to Piy Ham, our PTA president, 00:31:49.930 --> 00:31:53.469 for joining us today with her wonderful message to our graduates 00:31:53.729 --> 00:31:57.890 and to the entire PTA, including all of you families, 00:31:58.079 --> 00:32:01.350 for making all of these memorable events possible, 00:32:01.650 --> 00:32:05.650 including game shows and picnics. 00:32:11.349 --> 00:32:11.790 Also, 00:32:11.829 --> 00:32:15.150 we would like to publicly acknowledge and thank the principal of 00:32:15.150 --> 00:32:17.069 IS 25, Mr. 00:32:17.109 --> 00:32:22.709 Mohammad Rahaman and WJPS principal Michelle Roberts Bus for 00:32:22.709 --> 00:32:26.709 their hospitality and coordination of today's event. 00:32:34.209 --> 00:32:38.020 And now Guys, we're in a race against the rain. 00:32:38.099 --> 00:32:39.890 We would like to get back and take pictures, 00:32:39.979 --> 00:32:41.979 but if I have to stop, I will. 00:32:42.869 --> 00:32:45.890 Thank you. You were up until this point, 00:32:45.949 --> 00:32:48.769 you were the best audience we've had ever. 00:32:49.069 --> 00:32:51.219 Followed all the rules, was here on time, 00:32:51.229 --> 00:32:54.169 and we've been in record breaking time, 00:32:54.469 --> 00:32:57.790 but I'm going to ask that the graduates remain quiet and 00:32:57.790 --> 00:33:00.319 attentive. Thank you. 00:33:02.119 --> 00:33:04.510 Good morning again, families, friends, staff, 00:33:04.640 --> 00:33:08.580 and of course the graduates of 2026. 00:33:08.880 --> 00:33:12.549 What an exciting time it is to be a New Yorker. 00:33:12.849 --> 00:33:16.719 Our city is buzzing with excitement as the New York Knicks won a 00:33:16.719 --> 00:33:20.260 championship and marked a place in history. 00:33:20.560 --> 00:33:23.630 For the first time in more than 50 years, 00:33:23.839 --> 00:33:26.219 the championship is theirs. 00:33:26.760 --> 00:33:30.510 Across New York, fans have been dreaming, cheering, 00:33:30.709 --> 00:33:34.760 and believing because they knew they were witnessing something 00:33:34.760 --> 00:33:36.419 special. 00:33:36.719 --> 00:33:39.380 Today, as I look out at all of you, 00:33:39.680 --> 00:33:43.680 I realize that we too are witnessing history. 00:33:44.819 --> 00:33:45.910 For your families, 00:33:46.099 --> 00:33:50.260 it may feel like just yesterday that you held your child's hand 00:33:50.420 --> 00:33:54.900 as they walked through the doors of PS 32 for the very first 00:33:54.900 --> 00:33:56.049 time. 00:33:56.349 --> 00:34:00.349 Some arrived carrying backpacks that seemed larger than them. 00:34:01.339 --> 00:34:04.859 Some entered with excitement while others entered with a few 00:34:04.859 --> 00:34:06.080 tears, 00:34:06.380 --> 00:34:11.459 yet here we are today celebrating a milestone that once felt so 00:34:11.459 --> 00:34:13.310 far away. 00:34:13.610 --> 00:34:17.050 As I reflect on this moment and keeping with the theme of 00:34:17.050 --> 00:34:18.200 basketball, 00:34:18.500 --> 00:34:22.520 I'm reminded of a quote from basketball legend Michael Jordan, 00:34:22.939 --> 00:34:26.159 who said, Talent wins games, 00:34:26.449 --> 00:34:30.449 but teamwork and intelligence win championships. 00:34:31.449 --> 00:34:32.919 When I think about this quote, 00:34:33.139 --> 00:34:37.739 my mind immediately goes to all of the incredible talent sitting 00:34:37.739 --> 00:34:39.398 before us today. 00:34:39.698 --> 00:34:43.539 Over the years through our enrichment clusters and countless 00:34:43.539 --> 00:34:47.358 opportunities both inside and outside the classroom, 00:34:47.658 --> 00:34:51.339 I have had the privilege of watching talents emerge that may 00:34:51.339 --> 00:34:53.339 have otherwise remained hidden. 00:34:54.310 --> 00:34:58.620 Sitting before us are our future actors and actresses, 00:34:58.989 --> 00:35:04.699 singers and dancers, engineers, lawyers, doctors, teachers, 00:35:04.909 --> 00:35:07.260 entrepreneurs, scientists, 00:35:07.510 --> 00:35:11.649 and perhaps even the next NBA draft pick. 00:35:13.010 --> 00:35:17.010 Each of you possesses gifts that are uniquely your own. 00:35:17.550 --> 00:35:20.169 Those talents are already inside of you. 00:35:20.469 --> 00:35:24.830 They are part of who you are and they already make each of you a 00:35:24.830 --> 00:35:28.969 winner. But winning a game is only the beginning. 00:35:30.000 --> 00:35:35.320 You deserve something greater. You deserve the championship. 00:35:36.750 --> 00:35:40.790 That championship comes from the intelligence that is nurtured 00:35:40.790 --> 00:35:46.370 through education, curiosity, perseverance, and hard work. 00:35:46.989 --> 00:35:51.469 We are incredibly proud that at PS 32 you have had the 00:35:51.469 --> 00:35:55.830 opportunity to help build a foundation upon which you will 00:35:55.830 --> 00:35:57.210 continue to grow. 00:35:57.510 --> 00:36:01.459 We have watched you learn to read, write, solve problems, 00:36:01.709 --> 00:36:05.969 think critically, ask questions, and discover your passions. 00:36:06.719 --> 00:36:11.459 Today we confidently send you on to middle school knowing that 00:36:11.459 --> 00:36:15.099 you are prepared for the next chapter of your journey. 00:36:15.399 --> 00:36:18.590 However, as Michael Jordan reminded us, 00:36:18.850 --> 00:36:25.090 intelligence alone is not enough championships require teamwork. 00:36:26.199 --> 00:36:31.729 And what an extraordinary team each of you has had first you've 00:36:31.729 --> 00:36:35.570 had your coaches, your teachers, support staff, 00:36:35.729 --> 00:36:37.729 and administrators. 00:36:38.050 --> 00:36:41.429 These are the people who challenged you, encouraged you, 00:36:41.729 --> 00:36:45.729 believed in you, celebrated your successes. 00:36:46.199 --> 00:36:48.419 And helped you learn from your mistakes. 00:36:48.719 --> 00:36:52.959 They saw your potential long before sometimes you saw it 00:36:52.959 --> 00:36:56.869 yourself. Then you have your teammates, 00:36:57.169 --> 00:36:59.389 your classmates and fellow graduates. 00:36:59.689 --> 00:37:03.429 These are the friends who sat beside you through lessons, 00:37:03.729 --> 00:37:07.590 projects, performances, field trips, lunch periods, 00:37:07.729 --> 00:37:10.189 and countless other memories. 00:37:10.709 --> 00:37:14.470 Together you learned how to collaborate, compromise, 00:37:14.770 --> 00:37:18.770 support one another, and celebrate one another's victories. 00:37:19.209 --> 00:37:22.939 While many of you may be heading to different schools next year. 00:37:23.239 --> 00:37:26.959 Friendships and the lessons you've learned from one another will 00:37:26.959 --> 00:37:28.959 remain with you forever. 00:37:29.590 --> 00:37:34.250 And finally we come to the most important members of your team, 00:37:34.790 --> 00:37:39.739 your families, parents, grandparents, siblings, aunts, 00:37:39.870 --> 00:37:44.370 uncles and loved ones. Today is your graduation too. 00:37:45.239 --> 00:37:48.379 You have packed lunches, checked homework, 00:37:48.679 --> 00:37:52.469 attended concerts and ceremonies, helped with projects, 00:37:52.679 --> 00:37:55.830 dried tears, celebrated accomplishments, 00:37:56.000 --> 00:38:00.479 and offered encouragement on the difficult days you have trusted 00:38:00.479 --> 00:38:05.570 us with your most precious gift. Your child and for that. 00:38:06.429 --> 00:38:10.709 We are forever grateful you have been the trainers behind the 00:38:10.709 --> 00:38:14.329 scenes preparing these students for every challenge they faced 00:38:14.629 --> 00:38:17.760 you have loved them through victories and setbacks. 00:38:18.030 --> 00:38:20.379 You have taught them resilience, kindness, 00:38:20.429 --> 00:38:23.169 responsibility and determination. 00:38:23.469 --> 00:38:27.689 You have reminded them to keep going when things felt difficult 00:38:27.909 --> 00:38:31.909 and to remain humble when things came easily. 00:38:33.040 --> 00:38:34.110 As a principal, 00:38:34.409 --> 00:38:38.489 one of the greatest privileges of this job is watching children 00:38:38.489 --> 00:38:40.489 grow year after year. 00:38:41.149 --> 00:38:45.219 Yet one of the hardest parts is knowing there is eventually the 00:38:45.219 --> 00:38:47.290 time you have to let them go. 00:38:48.270 --> 00:38:53.310 Today as I look at this remarkable group of graduates I see much 00:38:53.310 --> 00:38:57.070 more than students I see young people who have grown into 00:38:57.070 --> 00:39:00.080 confident leaders, compassionate friends, 00:39:00.350 --> 00:39:04.709 creative thinkers and individuals who are ready to make their 00:39:04.709 --> 00:39:06.540 mark on this world. 00:39:06.840 --> 00:39:09.989 And while we know it is time for you to spread your wings, 00:39:10.129 --> 00:39:14.899 a piece of each of you will always remain here at PS 32. 00:39:15.780 --> 00:39:20.439 Now as you sit before us as 5th grade graduates and think about 00:39:20.860 --> 00:39:24.290 new uniforms, new hallways, new teachers, 00:39:24.540 --> 00:39:27.599 new teammates that await you in September, 00:39:27.899 --> 00:39:31.349 remember everything that has brought you to this moment. 00:39:31.649 --> 00:39:35.649 Remember your talents, remember your intelligence, 00:39:35.969 --> 00:39:37.669 remember your team. 00:39:37.969 --> 00:39:41.979 There will be 3 pointers and there will be missed shots. 00:39:42.449 --> 00:39:46.070 There will be victories and there will be challenges. 00:39:46.370 --> 00:39:49.219 Every champion experiences both, 00:39:49.729 --> 00:39:53.310 but as the Knicks legend John Starks once said, 00:39:53.610 --> 00:39:55.050 there will be butterflies, 00:39:55.290 --> 00:39:59.119 but that's how you know you are really ready to play. 00:39:59.419 --> 00:40:03.439 So when those butterflies come, because they will embrace them, 00:40:03.979 --> 00:40:06.550 they mean you are growing, they mean you are growing, 00:40:06.580 --> 00:40:10.179 they mean you are taking on something new they mean you are 00:40:10.179 --> 00:40:13.350 ready as you leave PS 32 today, 00:40:13.679 --> 00:40:17.040 know that we will continue to cheer for you from the sidelines. 00:40:17.340 --> 00:40:21.379 We will celebrate your successes, believe in your dreams, 00:40:21.489 --> 00:40:25.220 and proudly tell others that we knew you when. 00:40:25.520 --> 00:40:27.619 Never stop nurturing your talents. 00:40:27.919 --> 00:40:31.099 Never stop seeking seeking knowledge. 00:40:31.399 --> 00:40:35.679 Never stop believing in yourself and never forget that no matter 00:40:35.679 --> 00:40:40.739 where life takes you, you will always be part of the PS 32 team. 00:40:41.280 --> 00:40:42.740 From the bottom of my heart, 00:40:43.040 --> 00:40:46.729 thank you for allowing me the privilege of being part of your 00:40:46.790 --> 00:40:50.790 educational journey and so as your biggest. 00:40:51.239 --> 00:40:54.360 Sorry, and as your principal, your biggest cheerleader, 00:40:54.570 --> 00:40:57.379 and someone who will always be proud of each and every one of 00:40:57.379 --> 00:41:04.060 you, I say for the final time remember Geo and continue to grow 00:41:04.060 --> 00:41:08.600 empathy for others and for one final time stand tall, 00:41:08.860 --> 00:41:11.959 stand proud, and always be you. 00:41:12.379 --> 00:41:16.379 Congratulations graduates, class of 2026. 00:41:20.750 --> 00:41:22.750 Can I move pack this? 00:41:25.840 --> 00:41:29.840 I now invite the graduates to stand. 00:41:30.929 --> 00:41:35.469 You may turn and face the your families, your team, 00:41:36.050 --> 00:41:38.189 your coaches, your friends. 00:41:41.949 --> 00:41:45.169 You should all have your tassels right now on the right side. 00:41:45.429 --> 00:41:49.270 If you don't, make sure they're there. 00:41:49.570 --> 00:41:57.409 Now Class of 2026 by the authority vested in me as principal of 00:41:57.409 --> 00:42:02.149 PS 32, you have completed your elementary school journey. 00:42:02.689 --> 00:42:06.689 You may now move your tassels from right to left. 00:42:12.350 --> 00:42:14.350 Congratulations, graduates. 00:42:24.540 --> 00:42:25.780 Now for your enjoyment, 00:42:25.939 --> 00:42:30.290 the class of 2026 is delighted to present a slideshow which 00:42:30.290 --> 00:42:34.580 highlights the special year in our lives. So sit back and enjoy. 00:42:48.149 --> 00:43:02.860 He is stronger than you Ain't got the patience for. 00:43:11.860 --> 00:43:44.040 you It's like Better days. 00:43:56.330 --> 00:46:16.610 Because In the face, been the object of someone's hate. 00:46:17.770 --> 00:46:21.770 You stood alone. Have you ever felt this way? Have you? 00:46:22.719 --> 00:46:26.579 Been betrayed, labeled words you just can't say. 00:46:26.879 --> 00:46:30.250 Suffered silently, wanting to be erased. 00:46:30.550 --> 00:46:32.550 There's a reason to believe. 00:46:34.310 --> 00:46:36.439 When faith is nowhere to be. 00:46:43.030 --> 00:46:50.600 And You keep searching for a hero. 00:46:53.290 --> 00:46:57.439 You just want to make a difference, bring this battle to an end. 00:46:58.689 --> 00:47:00.689 you make me stronger, you. 00:47:05.149 --> 00:47:28.290 You Want a piece to feel the free. 00:47:31.409 --> 00:47:35.409 quietly announced screaming triumph. 00:47:40.090 --> 00:47:42.090 You want. 00:47:52.649 --> 00:47:56.649 You keep searching for a hero, you just want to find. 00:47:57.300 --> 00:48:01.300 You just want to make a difference, bring this battle to. 00:48:02.919 --> 00:48:04.919 Make you stronger. 00:48:06.389 --> 00:49:16.479 you You You The PTA would like all of you to join us back at the 00:49:16.479 --> 00:49:20.719 Auburndale playground behind PS 32 for an opportunity to take 00:49:20.719 --> 00:49:22.500 pictures with your graduates, 00:49:22.800 --> 00:49:24.870 parents slash guardians and guests. 00:49:25.159 --> 00:49:28.479 Please allow the graduates to exit the auditorium first, 00:49:28.550 --> 00:49:32.479 and they will meet you in the playground behind PS 32 shortly. 00:49:32.709 --> 00:49:34.709 Thank you very much. 00:49:36.399 --> 00:49:38.389 And now to conclude our program, 00:49:38.689 --> 00:49:41.969 the 5th grade will sing a song to celebrate our joyful feelings 00:49:41.969 --> 00:49:45.969 with a message of inspiration to all of us with the song Try 00:49:45.969 --> 00:49:47.969 Everything. 00:53:00.570 --> 00:53:02.570 You.