"First off it is a pleasure to be in the position of veldictorian. You have worked hard at getting to this milestone. Feeling proud and enjoying getting to this point is a wonderful accomplishment. You will want to mention several things in your valedictorian speech. Thank teachers, friends, parents, grandparents. Everyone who stood behind you and lent a hand. Mention things that are
. important to you during this time. Decide what your are going to take from this experience and how you are going to apply it to your future. Maybe put in something that stands out in your mind that especially meant something to you. Possibly a bit of humor on how you tell about this experience. What it really means to you to have accomplished this feat. Express whatever is present on your mind at the moment that you heard that you had reached this honor. Let everyone know how important school and education are to you."
