Salutatorian speech?

Good morning everyone! As [person who introduced me] said, my name is Paovsim Soeung. Even though [person/ppl before me] has already said this, I would like to personally welcome everyone to this very special, once in a lifetime event...again! for the second/third time! Anyways, let's take a moment to just look at ourselves. To every single eighth grader present today, give yourselves a pat on the back because you guys have survived yet another year.

I don't know about you guys but this year has got to be the most exhausting year for me by far. I'm starting to focus on putting myself out there, to come out of my comfort zone, that sometimes I just want to collapse on my bed and never wake up. However, the experiences make it worth it nonetheless. I've started to develop a really close circle of friends...or well two circles of friends actually. And even though we might've had a couple of...conflicts, I wouldn't trade them for anyone else. I've also grown so much this year, from some quiet 11-year old who came from the other side of the world to a less quiet and confident person. I have to admit, this year's been a lot of fun, and it's really upsetting having to say goodbye to my friends. However, it's inevitable.

I'd also like to thank my parents, my uncle and aunt, and pretty much my family in general for supporting me as well as giving me spending money. Also a roof under my head and food to eat bc obviously. I don't really talk about them a lot nor do I express my gratitude towards them often, but know that I am thankful for you all. I also would like to thank kpop, namely a certain group, who helped me through the hard times, to pick me up when I myself can't. With that said, I would like to thank everyone for being here today once again. This is Paovsim signing off and don't forget to stay stanning loona. Now handing the mic to [next speaker]