Salutations to Youth of Honor

Youth of honor, that’s what you are

Taking the high road like a bright and shining star

Dispelling myths about your generation

Making great strides to impact our great nation

Excelling in school, in sports and on standardized tests

Even if you don’t make all A’s you give it your best

Respecting teachers, parents, and all in authority

Choosing to make wise smart decisions even if you are in the minority

You aren’t easily influenced, persuaded or convinced to do wrong

You say no to drugs, alcohol, and porn so your mind and body will stay strong

If you make a mistake you are quick to apologize

You don’t act like it’s not your fault and look for a compromise

You don’t pick fights or cause confusion in class while you are at school

You know belittling someone or beating them down doesn’t make you look cool

You are in touch with who you are inside

You aren’t affiliated with gangs nor do you run around yelling south side!

If you don’t know something you know where to look

You go to the internet or find the information you need in a book

You have a dream to finish high school then go to college or higher

You know you can be whoever you want; even President if that’s your desire

You choose life not death so you never think of taking your life

You know we all have to battle life’s stresses and strife

When it’s all said and done and it’s your graduation day

You look up and thank God that you choose to do things the right way

You thank those who taught, mentored, inspired, and coached you

Knowing that now it’s your turn to help other youth make it through too

As you set off on your new journey to bigger and better things

You know you are equipped and prepared to handle whatever life brings

Hats off to you - YOUTH of HONOR - I salute you always

Because I know you have big plans to help our world have better and brighter days

Written by: Karen Scott