With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility

The news I've waited four years for finally came yesterday in the mail. A simple letter from South Medford High School explaining that I am the "first-in-class valedictorian". I knew it was coming, but still found myself surprised that after four years, seven semesters, countless tests and projects I'd achieved the goal I made so long ago.

It's quite an honor really. And how does South reward me for earning this position as first in class? They tell me I have to give the valedictory speech..... one more thing I'm not exactly looking forward to. That said, I realize that if I'm going to address my graduating class it better be the most kick ass speech ever. I've tried to think about what I want to say but it continues to escape me. So I ask you, my reader(s), what would you want to hear? What would interest you? How long? Funny or serious....a hybrid? Anything will help.