Mbazzi Riverside High School Celebrates the Class of 2025
The halls of Mbazzi Riverside High School were buzzing last week as we celebrated the Senior Six (S.6) graduation ceremony for the incredible class of 2025 on 5th October. It was a proud and emotional day, marking the culmination of years of hard work, growth, and friendship. What a day to remember! The air at Mbazzi Riverside High School was thick with excitement, pride, and a touch of bittersweet. It was a monumental occasion for the departing students, their families, dedicated teachers, and the entire school community.
The ceremony was a beautiful testament to the hard work, resilience, and bright futures awaiting outside. A stream of heartfelt speeches and encouraging words poured onto the stage, creating an emotional and inspiring atmosphere.
The CEO of School4Life, the organization that established Mbazzi, Annabelle Chaucy, delivered a rousing address that resonated deeply with everyone in attendance. She informed the graduates that it will be history in their homes that they have graduated. She added that graduates have passed through several obstacles, challenges, and hardships, but with resilience and commitment, they have made it, and she cited her story when she was starting School4Life. She shared that many doubted her until she achieved her objective, urging the graduates to embrace the same relentless self-belief and prove their critics wrong.
"Today isn't an end; it's a magnificent commencement," She declared. "You have not just earned a certificate; you've earned the right to chase your biggest, boldest dreams. As you step out of the gates of Mbazzi, remember the values of integrity, curiosity, and compassion we've instilled in you. The world is waiting for your unique brilliance. Go out there and make a difference." She concluded by assigning the graduates a task to lift others through acts of generosity, before expressing her immense pride in their achievements.
The Board Members shared their immense pride, emphasizing the students' role as the future leaders of the community and beyond. They reminded the graduates that they are now Ambassadors of Mbazzi Riverside High School. They added that they want to see the kind of investment they have put in them. Noting that with resilience, they wished students to go with their values and be important to the community and their families.
They urged them to set a learning agenda, be critical thinkers, and solve problems in whatever university they will join. Lastly, graduates were encouraged to push themselves by engaging in discussion groups.
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“The teachers, the silent heroes who guided us, the young minds, from nervous S.1 through late-night lessons, challenges, resilience, encouragements, and sacrifices, have been a great pillar for our success. In the same manner, I urge my fellow graduates to carry the lessons got from Mbazzi and be ambassadors and never forget where we come from. The light is waiting for us out there. Lastly, I congratulate our parents who have been sending endless prayers and dedicated encouragements until we have reached the graduation milestone”.
Beyond the moving speeches, the ceremony featured the presentation of certificates, special awards for academic excellence, leadership, and outstanding character. As the graduates stood together for the final time tossing their caps high into the air, the image captured more than just a picture; it captured a promise—a promise of futures filled with success, joy, and purpose.
Other speakers noted that they were incredibly excited to see what the Class of 2025 will achieve. Whether they are heading to university, embarking on a gap year, or diving straight into the professional world, “we know they are prepared to tackle any challenges The graduating class you have made us incredibly proud. May your journey be filled with wonderful discoveries and endless success. Keep soaring high, Mbazzi Riverside High School will always be your home.”
