各位老师、家长、同学，大家好！

我是来自初三1班的陈南越，很荣幸也很高兴可以站在这里进行演讲。其实今天与其说我是来演讲的，倒不如说我是来讲故事，讲讲这三年来的故事。

还在小学的时候，我总以为初中不过是多了几节课、多了几门科目、多了几项活动，总不可能是像初中的学长学姐所说的那样不同、那样累人。但是，等到真正来到了初中，那些以前完全意想不到的变化却打了我个措手不及。不如就以成绩为例吧：

以前总认为考试没有拿到80、90以上，就与不及格没有什么两样。不过，渐渐地，我对自己的标准却在潜移默化之下不断地变低。直到某一天在考试之后无意之中跟同学说“这次只要及格就好了”，而周围的同学也在抱怨着这次又会考得多差，我才猛地一下清醒过来。什么时候“及格”二字已经代替“满分”经常性地出现在我的生活中。好怪，真的好怪。

又是已不记得是在哪次竞赛中，手拿着仅有43分的成绩，却也不觉得有什么反常。直至听说了竟然有人可以得到满分时才开始思考，这又是什么时候我擅长的科目的分数会不及别人的一半了。明明以前我才该是那个站在上面的人，什么时候这一切都变了。好怪，真的好怪。

自那以后，每每一个人在夜里独自走在校园的大道上，晚风吹拂过脸庞，就会开始回忆过去，反思自己。但却始终无法理解一切的原因。在那段时间，我每天都拼着命试图找回以前那种游刃有余的感觉。每次考试的时候都需要不断地安慰自己，告诉自己这些题目不需费吹灰之力就能做出来。但现实是没那么好心的，等待我的只有一次又一次的失望与无可奈何。好怪，真的好怪。

我开始怀疑自己，或许我本就没有那个能力能够在初中仍感到轻松。但人的内心都是带有几分傲气的。我不愿承认自己就是比他人要差，更不愿承认我自认为擅长的东西在别人眼中不值一提。

但我最终得到的答案是：这就是事实。事实是不会管我怎么难受、怎么不甘、怎么觉得不公。后来，我开始慢慢接受这一事实，尽管极其不愿，但我不得不承认事实。

到了今天，我总归是有了一个机会用审视的眼光来回望过去。最少我用这一次又一次的失败换到了一个道理：“成功是偶然，失败才是常态。”那些站在第一的位置的人可以站在那里，是因为他们百战百胜吗？——不是，他们大部分的时间里也都被淹没在失败带来的后悔、焦虑、恐惧之中，他们也都会害怕，害怕有一天人们觉得他不如从前了。既然如此，或许我们倒也不必害怕失败了，毕竟所有人都又站回到了同一条起跑线上。而我们要做的，是在每一次失败之后，从其中脱身而去，投入到下一次的机会当中去。

在最后，我想谢谢我身边的所有人，所有的家长、老师、同学。以前的我是个非常内向的人，也害怕和别人说话，总怕会说错些什么，怕会给别人带去麻烦。而我想错了，我身边的这些人要比我的想像中要好的多。因此，我也变成了一个比以前要好的多的人。

在最后的最后，我想用一句我这年很喜欢的、也无数次感动我的一句话作为结尾：

“巅峰的快乐是短暂的。你知道人生最好的感受是什么吗？是虚惊一场。”

谢谢大家！

Hello everyone, I’m Chris Chen from Class 1 of the ninth grade. It's both an honor and a joy to stand here today. Instead of saying I'm here to give a speech, I’d like to say I'm here to share a story—my story over these past three years.

Back in primary school, I thought junior high would just mean a few more classes, a few more subjects, and a few more activities. I never expected it to be as challenging and exhausting as the older students described. But once I stepped into junior high, the changes I hadn’t even imagined caught me completely off guard. Let’s talk about academic performance as an example:

I used to think that scoring below 80 or 90 on a test was almost the same as failing. However, gradually, my own standards began to drop, subtly but surely. It hit me one day after a test when I casually remarked to a classmate, "I just hope I passed this time," while others were also lamenting how poorly they might have done. That’s when I realized how often the word "pass" had replaced "perfect score" in my vocabulary. Strange, isn’t it?

Then there was the time during a competition when I held a report card with only 43 points and felt nothing unusual. It was only upon hearing that someone had scored full marks that I began to reflect: when had my once-strong subject become something where I scored less than half of someone else’s? It used to be that I was the one at the top. When did everything change? Strange, indeed.

Since then, walking alone on the campus roads at night, the cool breeze brushing my face, I often reminisce and reflect, yet I can never fully grasp the reasons behind these changes. During that period, I desperately tried to regain that effortless confidence I once had. With each exam, I had to continuously reassure myself that the questions were easy. But reality is not so kind, and what awaited me were repeated disappointments and helplessness. Truly strange.

I began to doubt myself. Maybe I simply didn’t have the capability to feel at ease in junior high. We all carry a bit of pride within us. I didn’t want to admit I was lesser than others, nor did I want to accept that what I thought I excelled at seemed trivial to everyone else.

However, the harsh truth emerged: reality does not concern itself with how uncomfortable or unwilling I am to face it. Later, I slowly began to accept this fact, reluctant as I was.

Today, I have the chance to look back with a discerning eye. I’ve learned from my repeated failures that “Success is the exception, failure is the norm.” Those who stand in first place are not there because they win every battle. Most of the time, they too are submerged in the regret, anxiety, and fear that failure brings. They fear that one day people might think they are no longer as good as before. Knowing this, perhaps we shouldn't fear failure either, as it brings us all back to the same starting line. What we need to do is move on from each failure and seize the next opportunity.

Finally, I want to thank everyone around me—all the parents, teachers, and classmates. I used to be extremely introverted, afraid to speak for fear of saying something wrong or causing trouble. But I was wrong; the people around me are much better than I imagined. As a result, I’ve become a much better person than before.

And to conclude, I’d like to share a quote that I've cherished and that has moved me deeply this year:

“The joy of reaching the peak is fleeting. Do you know what the best feeling in life is? It’s a narrow escape.”

Thank you all for listening.

敬爱的老师、家长，亲爱的同学们，大家好！我是来自初三1班的王奕欢。很荣幸作为本次毕业典礼的学生代表发言。

时光如白驹过隙，恍惚间初中三年已飞逝而去，如今的我站在这里，那些回忆略过脑海，使我感慨万千。依稀记得刚上初一的时候，周围的一切人和事都令我感到新奇和期待。新的同学，新的老师，新的环境和新增的数门科目都在昭示着新的生活的开始。记得一开始还因为小学和初中的晚自习安排不同而感到不适应。小学时习惯了晚自习照常上课而上了初中后，面对晚上两个半小时的自习时间，大家总是因为不会自己找事情做，导致不是在睡觉就是在聊天——虽然也总被老师制止。那时的我觉得晚自习是那么的无聊且空虚，但如今，三年后的我们，却总因为作业太多而感叹晚自习的时间太少。和初三相比较，初一的我好像每天都有使不完的牛劲，上课从没有睡过觉，对中午觉也是嗤之以鼻。反观现在，觉是睡不够的，课是上不完的，作业是完不成的。课间十分钟成了我最珍贵的补觉时间，中午恨不得一觉睡到第二天。这三年，我收获了知识，收获了友情，也收获了成长。在知识的海洋中，我学会了独立思考，学会了如何解决问题。在每一次课堂讨论中，我都能够感受到不同思想的碰撞，这让我更加明白了学习讨论的意义。同时，我也结交了一群志同道合的朋友，我们一起度过了许多难忘的时光，这些经历将成为我人生中宝贵的财富。

然而，初中三年也并非一帆风顺。我也曾经历过挫折和失落。有时，我会因为一次考试的不理想而感到沮丧；有时，我会因为与朋友的误会而感到难过。初二的时候，我们在朱雀月的活动上表演了舞蹈朱雀。当时的我们还没组织过活动，只是满怀这一腔热血就接下了这任务。殊不知这任务的艰巨，起初的我们被舞蹈动作难倒，这些动作需要花大量时间才能记住，但无论如何我们还是坚持下来了。直到我们发现时间越来越紧迫，而每天的练习导致课堂时间无法集中注意的时候，才发现完成这个任务是如此困难，没有真正的组织能力和合理的时间规划能力仅凭一腔热血是无法完成的。正是这些挫折和失落，让我更加明白了自己的不足，也激发了我前进的动力。

在这三年里，我也有一些遗憾，遗憾没有更加珍惜与每一位同学相处的时光。因为我的内向和不善言辞，这三年内我并没有交到许多的朋友，我的身边也总是那几个熟悉的身影。这些遗憾让我更加珍惜现在，也让我对未来充满了期待。

在这里，我要特别感谢那些陪伴我走过初中三年的人。首先，我要感谢我的老师们。是你们的辛勤付出和无私奉献，让我们能够在知识的海洋中畅游。你们的教诲和关爱，让我们在成长的道路上更加坚定。其次，我要感谢我的父母。是你们给予我无私的爱与支持，让我能够勇敢地面对困难和挑战。你们的鼓励和期望，是我前进的动力。最后，我要感谢我的同学们。是你们的陪伴与帮助，让我的初中生活充满了欢声笑语。我们一起学习、一起成长，共同度过了这段难忘的时光。

站在人生的分叉路口上，我深知前方的路途还很遥远，还有很多未知的人和事在等着我去探索去发现。但我坚信，只要我们怀揣着梦想和信念，勇往直前，就一定能够创造出属于自己的精彩人生。

最后，我想对在座的毕业生说：无论我们将来走到哪里，无论我们成为什么样的人，都不要忘记这段美好的时光，不要忘记我们曾经一起奋斗过的日子。让我们带着初中三年的收获和那些美好或遗憾，继续前行，迎接更加美好的未来。我也想对在座的学弟学妹们说：珍惜你们的初中生活吧，享受那份含着汗水和泪水的美好青春。

谢谢大家！

Dear teachers, parents, and dear classmates, hello everyone! I am Carly Wang from Junior 3, Class 1. I am honored to be the student representative speaking at our graduation ceremony today.

Time flies swiftly, and before I knew it, the three years of middle school have passed. As I stand here today, a flood of memories sweeps through my mind, leaving me filled with emotions. I vividly remember stepping into the first grade of junior high, everything around me brimming with novelty and anticipation. New classmates, new teachers, a new environment, and several new subjects all signaled the start of a new chapter in my life. Initially, the shift from primary school's evening study routine, which consisted of regular classes, to two and a half hours of self-directed study in junior high was a challenging adjustment. We often struggled with finding productive ways to spend this time, leading to either sleeping or chatting—much to our teachers' chagrin. Back then, I found these evening study sessions to be incredibly dull and void. Yet now, three years later, we find ourselves lamenting that there's too little time for study due to the overwhelming amount of homework. Compared to my energetic first year, where I never felt tired during class and scoffed at the idea of napping, I now find myself constantly short on sleep, with endless classes and unfinished homework. The ten-minute breaks between classes have become precious nap times, and I often wish I could sleep from one noon until the next.

These three years have been enriching; I’ve gained knowledge, friendships, and personal growth. In the vast ocean of knowledge, I've learned to think independently and tackle problems effectively. Each classroom discussion was a clash of diverse ideas, deepening my appreciation for the learning process. I've also made a group of like-minded friends. Together, we’ve created countless unforgettable memories, which I treasure deeply.

However, the journey through junior high wasn’t always smooth. I've faced setbacks and disappointments. There were times I felt discouraged after a poor test result or saddened by misunderstandings with friends. In our second year, we took on the challenge of organizing and performing the Zhuque dance for a school event without prior experience, driven solely by our enthusiasm. We struggled initially with the complex dance moves that required long hours of practice. As the deadline approached and the intense practice sessions began to affect our focus in class, we realized the enormity of our undertaking. This experience taught me the importance of organization and time management, not just passion.

Looking back, I have some regrets, mainly that I didn't spend more time connecting with all my classmates. Due to my introverted nature, I didn't make many friends and often found myself surrounded by the same familiar faces. These regrets have taught me to value the present and look forward to the future with anticipation.

At this point, I must express my deepest gratitude to those who have been part of my journey through middle school. To my teachers: your dedication and selfless commitment have allowed us to navigate the vast seas of knowledge. Your guidance and care have steadied us on our path to maturity. To my parents: your unconditional love and support have empowered me to face challenges with courage. Your encouragement fuels my drive to advance. And to my classmates: your companionship and support have filled my middle school days with joy and laughter. Together, we have learned and grown, sharing a segment of life that will remain unforgettable.

As we stand at life’s crossroads, I am aware that the path ahead is long and filled with unknowns. Yet, I am confident that armed with dreams and determination, we can all forge a spectacular life for ourselves.

In closing, I want to address my fellow graduates: wherever life takes us, whatever we become, let’s never forget the beautiful moments and struggles of our shared past. Let’s carry forward the lessons and memories of these three years, and step boldly into a brighter future. And to the younger students here today: cherish your time in junior high. Savor every moment of this beautiful, challenging, and rewarding period of your lives.

Thank you all for being part of my journey.

尊敬的领导们，老师们，家长们，朝气蓬勃，青春飞扬的同学们晚上好！

非常荣幸获邀在毕业典礼作为家长代表发言，我是初三（一）班苟天鹞的妈妈。

首先在这个庄严与喜庆的时刻，我向同学们表示热烈的祝贺，向为你们健康成长付出辛劳的学校领导，各位老师致以崇高的敬意和衷心的感谢！

今天是一个特别重要的大日子，看到各位意气风发的毕业生，莫名羡慕你们可以在华美 GIC 读书和成长，各种各样的竞赛，社团，研学，娱乐活动精彩绝伦，单是数学ΠDAY，阅读文化月，科技节等等已使人受益匪浅。虽然学习任务重，但没有内卷压力，充实愉快的度过初中三年，完美诠释了“work hard, play hard”。

所有的这些都要懂得感恩，感谢目光远大的优秀家长，帮忙选择了华美 GIC；感谢人才辈出的华美学校，提供了优美的校园和优质的教育；感谢教导有方的老师，因材施教设计最合适的课程和精彩的活动。最后还要感谢你们自己，在美好的时光里认真学习把握机会，不断追求卓越和进步！

作为家长，我们欣喜的看到孩子们从孩童变成青少年，从懵懂到成熟，在成长的道路上不断的努力，勇往直前，逐渐优秀。就如蝴蝶破茧，每一次的蜕变都绽放新的光彩。少年应有鸿鹄志，当骑骏马踏平川。要敢于梦想，不畏艰难，既然选择了远方，便只顾风雨兼程。天高任鸟飞，海阔凭鱼跃，天道酬勤奋，鲲鹏展宏图。毕业典礼既是圆满的终点，更是崭新的起点，期待未来你们的身影出现在国际高端竞赛并收获丰盛，期待你们人均收到多个世界名校的 Offer, 期待你们为自己，为学校，为国家争光，为青春添彩！

最后再一次衷心感谢 GIC 的领导们，老师们，特别感谢欧校长，汤老师，丘老师，巩老师，韩老师，叶老师，，Mr. Aden 等各位老师。Thank you so much! 祝大家工作顺利，家庭幸福。祝愿同学们未来璀璨精彩，充满无限可能！

感谢大家！