Dear St. Joan of Arc School,

            Who would have thought that graduation would come this soon?  I remember the first day of eighth grade.  Graduating was the farthest thing from my mind.  This last year has gone by so fast.  It is hard to believe that we are about to start high school in the fall.  I try not to think about what I am leaving behind.  Instead, I look at what is to come.

            Through the years, this school was always there for me.  Everyone pushed me when I thought I could not go any farther, supported me when I needed it most, and brought out the best in me.  I do not know what I would have done if I had not come to this school.  St. Joan of Arc is where I made the friendships that will last lifetimes.  It is where I met the people who will forever inspire me to strive for greatness.

            I will miss all of you so much.  I will remember each and every one of you, because you had a tremendously memorable impact in my life.  For all of you future eighth graders, remember to always work your hardest.  Impossible is nothing.  For Father Barnes, Mrs. Conrad, and all of my past and present teachers, thank you for your patience and guidance.  Finally, for the Class of 2006, thanks for always having my back.  Remember, this is our time to shine.  I wish you all the best of luck in life.

                                                                                    With all my heart,

                                                                                       Patricia Estrada