The President who was Hesitant – by Jimmy Kritzas

Overcoming the nerves of graduation from the stage.

“Although our class may go on to be highlighted by the negatives and missed moments…I ask you all to choose optimism…specifically development in character, adaptability…and self improvement to name a few.” – Jimmy Kritzas

_{Photo by Marianne Caradonna, June 4, 2021;}Alt Text: Class President Jimmy Kritzas, school faculty, community members and politicians begin to walk to the graduation stage on the turf of the school’s football stadium. Families fill the stands and chairs are prepared for graduates to sit in **behind the walking group.**

_{Screenshot from HCMedia, “The Haverhill High School Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremony”, June 4, 2021;}**Alt Text: Jimmy Kritzas speaks to the Class of 2021** **at a wood podium with a glass casing and several microphones**

_{Screenshot from HCMedia, “The Haverhill High School Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremony”, June 4, 2021;}**Alt Text: Jimmy Kritzas returns to the podium at the ceremony after delivering the President’s speech, with city politicians and school leadership applauding.**

Social Media Post – Instagram Story

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Digital Storytelling Element – Spotify Playlist

“I wish you success, good health, happiness, and the absolute best in your future endeavors….And as Drake recently said, ‘we’ll see what’s boutta happen next’, thank you.” – Jimmy Kritzas, Speech to the Class of 2021.