On Tuesday, June 28th, the PS22 Chorus of 2011 said its 'last goodbye' as the school year came to a close. It was a day filled with emotions that run the gamut, but despite the difficult send-off, the resounding feeling was pride in the accomplishments of an amazing year. The chorus sang their way out with a Mr. B original called, "Siren Song." It was difficult to get through, but it was a moment with this year's chorus that I'll never forget.
Just a week earlier, the kids received their diplomas at their graduation ceremony at Staten Island's historic St. George Theater. The chorus sang their way out with "Rolling in the Deep" by Adele, and the entire graduating fifth grade class joined in on an exuberant version of "Marching On" by OneRepublic. Extra special congrats to chorus member Cheyenne, who delivered the valedictorian speech, which was definitely a major highlight of the ceremony. You can see it at the end of the "Marching On" video below...
It's going to be an adjustment (as it always is) starting all over again with a brand new group of kids, but the 2011 group's legacy will live on. It's always hard saying goodbye, but it helps to know we'll be able to relive the collection of memories of a lifetime the kids have earned for themselves throughout the course of this school year just by visiting the blog. Kids, in the immortal words of Julius Caesar, "You came, you saw, you conquered." Hold on to these moments and let them serve as a source of strength and inspiration in the future to remind you that, indeed, ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE! We love you, believe in you, and will miss you terribly...
Stay tuned throughout the summer for some "extras" from this amazing year -- including improvs, solo performances, guest appearances from some of our favorite alumni, and even a couple of extra performances from the full group with some special guests. The chorus will even be regrouping on July 30th for a special public appearance which we'll elaborate upon VERY soon. So stay tuned!!
