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January 21, 2025 6:41 pm

Caleb Jarcevic, aged 13, Bentleigh Secondary College

In his graduation speech after four terms, Caleb wrote:

The last twelve months have been amazing, from the start to the finish. How did it feel in class, was it like school? No, it was extremely enjoyable and fun. I have learnt so many things along the way, I’ve learnt about chivalry when you walk on the road side of the footpath and let the girl walk closer to the buildings and houses, or simple things like pulling out a chair for them or letting them walk through the door first. I have learnt about constructive criticism where you start with the positives then end with the feedback. I’ve learned about the five-star handshake. When a person tries to handshake you while you’re sitting down you should stand up first, always have your foot out to the opposite person’s foot and always have eye contact. How to not fidget while on stage talking or reading a speech. And showing appreciation for the things we have like, water, food, a home, education and living in a safe country. And for this I thank Miss Anderson helping me become who I am today and making me a better person than was the year before. At the start I was very shy and not confident at all but now I am a lion not a sheep. I’d also like to thank my peers for encouraging me in class and for making the class fun and enjoyable. And last but not least, I’d like to thank my parents for driving me and sending me to Longford and Fraser where I have learnt these great things. These are some things I will truly use all throughout my life, thank you very much, and good night.