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Show A8 The Emery County Review, Tuesday, May 27, 2008 Emery Spartan Class of 2008 look to the future Katherine DeBry made reference to “High School Musical,” entitling her remarks, “Keep Your Head in the Game.” She encouraged her classmates to not lose focus as they went on to other things. “Now is not the time to lose focus,” she advised, “When you work, work, When you play, play. When you study, study. When you are trying to accomplish something give it all of your attention, and you will succeed.” Honor student, Billie Jean Reed reflected on the many things that students experience “only once.” She spoke of the low status they had as sophomores, taking the AP European History test and dressing up for prom, and continued, “Only once do we get to sit here and graduate as the class of 2008.” She concluded with a quote by Joe E. Lewis, could make much more in a year than those who just graduated from high school. He invited his fellow students to not to “settle for ‘finity,’” but to go ‘to infinity and beyond.’” Kirsa Merrell, also delivering a salutatory address, spoke about reflecting as a way of making oneself better. She explained that reflecting had two meanings, saying, “The first is to look at oneself, and the second is to look back at oneself.” She said that as a person reflects on what they have done, their goals may change, but said, “It’s OK because reflections change just like we do. In the end, as long as we remember where we came from, everything will work out.” In her honor address, “We only live once, but if we work it right, once is enough.” Jordan Sanders, an honor student, spoke about setting and achieving goals. He explained that the key to unlocking dreams is ambition. Sanders used Jim Carey as an example, relating that long before he became famous, Carey wrote himself a $10 million dollar check, and how after working hard to achieve his goal, he was able to cash the check when he was 32 years old. Sanders told his fellow students that they had a leg up on Carey, in that they had finished high school and encouraged them to “turn the key.” Madison Jensen’s honor address was entitled “Enjoy the Ride.” She joked that in deciding what to speak about, “I decided that it ANNUAL TOOL SALE Fuller O’ Brien 614-XX was not the best idea to tell students dressed in identical caps and gowns that individuality is the key to success.” She encouraged students to laugh at themselves and learn from their mistakes. Jensen advised, “We have enjoyed the ride. Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” The last address was delivered by the 2008 Valedictorian Tamra Luke. She spoke to her fellow students about the meaning of success, explaining that though she was recognized for the academic “numbers” she Friday, May 30th 11:00 am - 3:00 PM Tool Sale & In-store Items Discounted 10% or More FREE Barbecue Lunch 12:00 - 2:00 PM All In-Store Items Discounted AT Least 10% Continued from Page A1. *Discounts do not apply to lumber and outside materials and after a 15 minute break they repaired the computer and resumed the slideshow. Often the slideshow is the highlight of the graduation; this year was no exception as it detailed the progression of the class of 2008. Principal Nolan Johnson spoke after the FREE 32 oz. drink with fuel purchase of $50 or more the graduates and gave five pieces of advice. She first advised them to get a college degree, and while at college, to really get an education. Second, she advised to not be afraid to make commitments. Her next advice was to be merciful, because as she said, “a measure of your character is how you treat those who are weaker than you.” Fourth, she said, “Those who get the most out of life are those who give the most.” Finally, she said, “Trouble and pain are a part of life, misery is optional.” slideshow. He said after watching the slideshow he realized how fast a lifetime can pass. He congratulated the students and recognized the efforts of the parents as their children grew to adulthood. Gilly’s Summers approaching and great fishing is ahead! •Sunday BBQ’s •Baby Back Ribs •Short ribs •New York Style Cheesecake Variety of last minute Fishing Supplies 2008 Graduates! Incredible Deals on New and Reconditioned Tools! All with Full Factory Warranty! had produced, were they to put her on a basketball court or in an automotive class, she may not be considered successful. She encouraged her classmates to work hard and have integrity. “To be successful, you have to get up when you fall, you have to take your trials and learn from them,” she said, concluding, “Class of 2008, with integrity, hard work and perseverance, nothing is going to stop us now.” After the graduates were awarded their diplomas, Principal Gwen Callahan congratulated Green River Class of 2008 celebrate and that the more education they achieved the more they could accomplish. The slideshow was next. 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