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A letter to 2021 graduates from our publishers
TIMESLEDGER | QNS.COM | JUNE 25-JULY 1, 2021 25
Dear members of
the graduating
Class of 2021,
Congratulations
on reaching this incredible
moment in your lives and for
working so hard to get here.
In some ways, we envy you.
You have reached this monumental
milestone at an incredible
time in our city and country
as we reopen and recover.
Out of a very dark period in
our history, the light is finally
beginning to shine for everyone
— and especially on you,
as all kinds of new opportunities
await.
Things are finally getting
back to what we thought of as
normal. Many of you did get a
chance to stride onto a stage
in a cap and gown to get your
diploma or degree, shake the
principal’s hand and wave
to family and friends in the
crowd.
All around, social life is
returning. The advances of
science and medicine have allowed
us to once again enjoy
each other’s company, to appreciate
special occasions and
moments in our lives together.
Now the future is yours,
and what a bright light that is
ahead on the road of life. You
have so many other special occasions
and moments ahead,
so many other objectives to
achieve. How will you get
there?
Those of you who just received
your college degree can
make an immediate impact to
help improve our city, state
and country as you venture
out into the “real world” your
parents have always talked
about.
All kinds of job opportunities
are at your disposal. Take
advantage of them. Find something
you want to do in a field
for which you are passionate.
If that opportunity doesn’t
present itself right away, consider
being a volunteer. Take
an internship! Nothing is
better than experiencing the
world, even in unpaid positions,
until you find a paid
position. Your creativity, your
skill set and your desire will
make the difference when
hiring begins.
For those of you heading
to college next year, get ready
for a unique time in your life.
Enjoy each day! Make friends
and new connections. Take
advantage of every real world
opportunity to find the career
you want to pursue.
Nothing is better in life
than doing what you love. If it’s
something you’re emotionally
and intellectually invested in,
pursue it.
As for middle school students
heading into high school,
the next four years will be
filled with new friends, harder
courses and test after test after
test. Welcome to the next level
of your academic career; take
one day at a time.
Study hard and work hard.
The path to success is very
simple: Work hard. Throw
yourself into school activities.
High school is full of all
sorts of afterschool activities
beyond sports. Take part in
them. Begin finding your passion,
join a club (or two), make
new friends and learn more
about the world around you.
Remember always the
people who have loved you
and who have cared about you
to bring you to this point in
your life. A thank you to the
wonderful families who have
helped their children succeed.
We’re sure you’re bursting
with pride.
Be hopeful for their future.
They will make you proud!
Thank you, teachers and
professors, for helping not just
to mold your students’ young
minds, but also to inspire
them to be the best that they
can be. As an educator, it’s
not merely about passing on
facts or assignments; it’s about
instilling enlightenment, passion
and dedication to your
students. You have helped
them to change the world for
the better.
We congratulate you,
graduates, on your outstanding
achievements. Great challenges
lie ahead. Pursue them,
be challenged by them and live
the life you dreamed.
Go, and do great things!
Sincerely,
Victoria Schneps
Joshua Schneps
Co-Publishers, Schneps
Media
/QNS.COM
