On June 11, Chadwick International celebrated its seventh graduating class. Parents, family members, faculty, staff and friends gathered to recognize the 76 seniors in the Class of 2022. Together, their contributions and character have shaped the culture of our school and left a lasting mark on our community.
In his address, All Student Body President Andrew Park applauded his fellow classmates for their determination and resilience in navigating the pandemic that impacted much of their high school career. He reminded them that the bonds they formed will continue after graduation and that they will always be part of the Chadwick family.
“In our highly competitive world, it is easy for us to get lost in the numbers and rankings and judge how much you are worth in such metrics, especially when you seem like you are one of many thousands at college. Please remember that the Chadwick community is always proud of us and embraces its students for who we are as individuals and not for the grades or college results that we generate,” he assured.
On behalf of the faculty, Mr. Kris Fedorak, Chadwick International economics teacher, reminded the Class of 2022 that throughout their lives, there will be peaks, valleys and zigzags. Right now, they are looking out from atop a peak toward the next mountain they will climb - college. He advised them to aim for the peaks, but to be prepared for some zigzags along the way. Importantly, he urged them to continue using their gifts and all they have learned throughout their Chadwick education to serve others.
“The best peaks in life often come from helping others hit their peaks or get out of their valleys. You all can be leaders,” he encouraged.
Whether they go on to achieve their original goals or move into uncharted territories, students in the Class of 2022 will go forth beyond our campus gates with the support of the entire Chadwick community.
As Head of School Mr. Ted Hill reminded graduates, “We all believe in you. We believe in your ability to realize our dream to be the seeds of change towards a better world.”
Congratulations and good luck to the Class of 2022!
View photos from the event.