I want to take a moment to congratulate each of you on reaching one of life’s milestones, and meeting the requirements to receive your high school diploma. Some of you have been with us since you started your education, and some of you moved into our district a little later. Either way, you've all graduated as Hamilton Township Rangers, and will forever be known as the Class of 2019.
You have chosen from our "Three Es" on whether to be Employed, Enrolled, or Enlisted after graduation. As I said during my comments to you during your graduation ceremony, I believe you are ready for what life brings you next. You are ready to take on your next challenges head-on because you are prepared.
As you get ready to go on to college, begin training in our United States Armed Forces, or start focusing solely on your career, be confident in knowing that you're ready! You now have an opportunity to begin a brand new chapter in your lives that is full of hope and promise. Everyone here who had a hand in your education is eager to see what your future holds.
As you begin taking the next steps in your lives, and further your education, you will have opportunities to become community leaders.
When given that opportunity, take advantage of it by continuing to volunteer and make a difference. Whether it is with your church, a local non-profit, or something you do on your own…be active and make your community a better place.
Before I close, I would like to say…
To the parents and guardians of our graduates, I thank you for believing in our team to educate your children. We have become one of Central Ohio’s best school districts through your support and your children’s hard work. The "E" I would like to challenge you with is Engagement. Don't disappear on us. Stay engaged with our school district in the future. We look forward to hearing from you and your children when they succeed or need support. We will help when and where we can.
To the class of 2019, on behalf of our board of education, our administration, and all of our teachers and staff, I will end by saying congratulations, best of luck, and Go Rangers!
Mark Tyler, Superintendent
Hamilton Local School District