Seniors Celebrate Final Day With Virtual Assembly
The senior class of 2020 was celebrated for making it to the final day of their senior year during a virtual assembly the morning of May 1.
“The class of 2020 will always be linked to the definition of excellence with character and high achievement second to none,” Interim Head of School Tom Reid said during the virtual send-off.
Head of Upper School Fletcher Carr introduced alumni guest Martin Weisz ‘18 who wished the graduating class well, and offered the reminder that adversity is a character building opportunity.
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“Adversity is not just an obstacle. It’s an opportunity.The way you turn adversity from an obstacle to an opportunity is the way you attack it. What this country is going through right now, what you as a class are going through right now is the textbook definition of adversity . . . make this adversity an opportunity,” said the University of Virginia football player.
Members of the upper school faculty sent the class off with well wishes, love and words of wisdom. Visual Arts Department Chair Melissa Ford unveiled the yearbook, “Behind The Scenes,” dedicated to outgoing Assistant Head for Academics Ken Didsbury.
Didsbury, who has spent the past 19 years at The Benjamin School and his entire career in education, said he was touched by the dedication.
“Benjamin is a remarkable place, and as I said in my video good-bye to the seniors, you don't leave Benjamin; you take it with you. This is as true for me as it will be for you. The friendships I have made here have been wonderful. The values I have learned here are a permanent part of me. The work we have done together has made Benjamin an exceptional school. My love for this place is enduring. There is no place like it. Take all of these memories, experiences, and accomplishments with you as you head off to college and beyond. They have made you what you are and will stand you in good stead,” said Didsbury.
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