Dear Students,
I am incredibly proud of you today. This morning's ceremony represented our district's commitment to recognize and appreciate diversity in ideas and people, symbolized by our core values of respect and compassion.
I would first like to thank the members of the civil rights team. After enduring a challenging year of divisive politics in our nation, this group of students rose to the challenge. They took the initiative to create an organization that would foster respect and appreciation for all rights and beliefs at Yarmouth High School.
As part of her CEP experience, Paige Reinfelder sought to bring a U.S. citizenship ceremony to Yarmouth High School, recognizing the impact and significance of witnessing this tremendous event. Under the direction of advisor Mrs. Deb Johannsen, members of the civil rights team worked tirelessly to put together today's ceremony. I would also like to thank Claire Scott, Tommy Ishimwe, Erik Borda, Jack Jones, Kyaira Grondin, Skylar Bennett, Annabelle Adams-Beyea, Kim Fuller, Tommy Ishimwe, Ellie Lowenstein, Avi Singh, Avery May, Lulu Rasor, Zach Mogul-Campbell, Alex Hall, Emily Corson, and Abby Van Lonkhuyzen for their efforts.
Next, I would like to thank members of our chamber choir for their performances of the National Anthem and America the Beautiful. These musical performances were tremendously inspiring as they so powerfully complemented this morning's message of unity.
There is always a great deal of work behind the scenes with any performance, and we are indebted to our director of facilities Bruce Bickford and his crew of Bob Doran, Jeff Decker, and our own students Nolan Hegarty, Jonny Torres, Matt Sanborn, Ben Cox-Faxon, Ashanti Haywood, and Tony Cleaves for braving the cold and assisting with parking. We would also like to thank bus drivers Kathy Darling and Scott Thompson for their help with the shuttle service.
Next, today's event would not have happened without the technical assistance of Michael Belley and Isabelle Dow in the YPAC. Mrs. Young and Mrs. Hamilton furthermore provided the technological support to stream today's ceremony, allowing many more to view today's events.
Finally, I would like to thank each and everyone of you. Without hesitation, you volunteered to park, ride, or walk in order to make room for our guests today. More importantly, you were exceptionally respectful during today's prestigious ceremony. You should be proud to hold your head high as Clippers who were united together in welcoming thirty-one new citizens to our country.
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