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(8 years at KIS)
Stefy Arul Brabhaher
Over the past few years in KIS, I have met new people, learned life lessons, and
transformed as an individual. From a small little uncertain middle-schooler, I have become a
responsible, determined and compassionate human being. KIS has not only taught me science, math
and English; it has taught me to be a thoughtful, empathetic and innovative leader and a team
player. It has inspired me to pursue things close to my heart, and most of all, encouraged me to be
true to myself.
I would like to thank my parents for being pillars of support and love throughout my life. I would
also like to thank my teachers for being not only great mentors but also good friends whenever I
needed encouragement. They have always been forthcoming with advice and support, and I am
incredibly grateful to them for bringing out the best in me.
I also want to say thank you to all my friends for making my experience
in KIS a lot happier. From our trash-talking sessions to our group
‘studies’; we have made so many cherishable memories together. IB was
rough, but you guys always had my back, and I truly don't know where I
would be without your love and support.
With this incredible chapter coming to an end, I look forward to the next
one.
It is difficult to sum up my amazing time here in just a few lines, but let me try. It is truly a great blessing to have been part of this
wonderful class, filled with young, amazing and talented individuals. I couldn’t have asked for anything better. Thank you, class of 2020, for
giving me the best years of my life. It is unbelievable to think that I have spent 8 years of my life at KIS and will be graduating soon. When I
joined in fifth grade, I was a shy, and hesitant little girl, filled with a lot of uncertainty. Time has gone by, and now I see myself as a strong,
bold, and independent individual.
Now that it is time to say goodbye to one part of life and welcome the next, I look back, and am very grateful for all the people
who helped me along the way. In these 8 years, I have met a lot of people; while some taught me lessons, others gave me memories that I
will cherish forever. You helped me see that I can be more. I have learned from the bad times and was humbled by the good. I have also
realized that, it is the hardest to say ‘thank you’ to people who deserve so much more, and ‘goodbye’ to people who mean the world to you.
Though we might hold hands only when our campsite is burning down, there is truly something special about the unity of our class. Being a class
of 94, it is hard to talk to everyone and be friends with everyone, but at the end of the day, the assurance that everyone is there to hold each
other’s back stands strong. It is hard to explain how much you mean to me.
While we enjoyed and cherished our happy times, we also endured through a lot of pain, struggles, and obstacles. No matter what
the ups and downs, I wouldn’t exchange these 8 years for the world. I would like to thank my friends and teachers for helping me become
the best version of myself and am grateful to KIS that has moulded me and assisted in my development. We are truly proud of you Kodai
School! Most of all, I am thankful and blessed to have such considerate and supportive parents who have helped me shape my life with
positivity and passion. I couldn’t have done this without you, and I hope I have made you proud. I know words will never be enough to express
how much I love you. I am also thankful to God for his abundant mercies and guidance. It has been an incredible ride!
Class of 2020 - Goodbyes are not forever and are not the end, it is only so that life can reward you with a new hello. As Robert
Frost once said, "In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: It goes on," so, embrace yourselves to be the master of your
own destinies, realize that the true magic of life is about self-discovery, and just keep going. I wish you all the very best for your future
endeavours. I know that I will look back on these days as being the happiest of my life; the days spent with you.
I You all!!!