Grade 8 Valedictorian Graduation Speech Rowan Elsmore 2019

[@kellychen1824]

You know you are anxious when you are trying to write a speech for your graduation and you are already getting anxious just listening to one.

[@maraaniicole]

exactly .

[@beatrizmaia6286]

Im literally having a mental breakdown- i dont want to do it😭

[@AverageRow]

I’m sure you will do well. Just practice a bunch of times before and realize you were chosen to speak because your teacher believes in you and knows you are capable of doing a good job.

[@softpawzyt]

I’m watching these cause I’m just nervous for graduation in general

[@selenamaria_j]

PLS THIS IS SO ME

[@henningpehlemann]

Unbelievable how a 14 year old boy can hold a speech as good as a experienced speaker!! Great Job!

[@AverageRow]

Thanks! It was an amazing experience.

[@JesusChristisKing-m6p]

My birth is July 2 so if this was me I would still be like 13

[@kristianduke410]

@Dominik Devin yea, been watching on Flixzone} for years myself :D

[@devinreese2481]

@Dominik Devin definitely, been using flixzone} for months myself :D

[@liamjensen7775]

@@JesusChristisKing-m6p happy birthday!

[@danielbiancolin9508]

Incredible! I am currently writing my speech for grade 8 valedictorian and yours really inspired me!

[@AverageRow]

I’m glad I could help, Daniel! Good luck on your speech, Daniel. I hope you crush it!

[@enderstudios2312]

I'm doing the same, god I feel old🤣🤣🤣

[@alienbot5133]

same here, your speech was really helpful for me

[@sydney3495]

me too, but as president of njhs. i don't think we even have a valedictorian lol. how'd your speech go?

[@salmafarag4377]

I’m writing mine too

[@maddie2673]

This year for my class I was chosen as valedictorian and I hope my speech can be a fraction of how great this one is

[@AverageRow]

I’m sure you will do great! Just remember they chose you for a reason!

[@alwinatjiveze3079]

❤

[@djresce101]

You sir are an encouragement to people everywhere. You are wise beyond your years. You are proof that with dedication and determination anything can be achieved. There are no limits to what you can accomplish. Congratulations Rowan on your graduation. We wish you the very best in all your future endeavors. Thank You for allowing us to be a little part of that journey. The past is your lesson. The present is your gift. The future is your motivation.

[@AverageRow]

Thank you for the encouraging words! It means a lot:)

[@LiamMarriottOfficial]

hey Rowan, my name is Liam and I am a Canadian gr. 8 grad student that can no longer attend a proper graduation due to quarantine, yet we are attempting to hold one and social distance. Your speech and channel really inspire me as a person in these times, and I hope you are doing well. Hopefully this better's your day because you deserve it more than anyone else.

[@AverageRow]

Thanks Liam! I’m sorry to hear that your graduation isn’t going to be all you hoped for. Stay positive man and thanks for watching!

[@LiamMarriottOfficial]

@@AverageRow always appreciated.. :)

[@abigailcapeling1367]

Liam, i am in the same boat as you.. a Canadian grade 8 that cannot attend a proper graduation.. best of wishes to you

[@austinescultor]

Same

[@logandeboss1598]

@@austinescultor same as well.

[@radiant8820]

I'm currently writing my valedictorian speech. I've watched this video countless times by now, and I can't help but think how well you prepared this!

[@AverageRow]

Thank you so much, Essam! Good luck with your speech and I’m glad I could help!

[@duckyyyyyyyyy]

His eye contact and confident speaking are so good wth

[@rando_person1492]

I'm so stressed writing my speech but this here helped me insanely!

[@RCodyWanner]

Great work man - absolutely crushed it. Excited for all that is to come in your life!

[@AverageRow]

Thanks Cody. You are a big inspiration. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@carlestes640]

Rowan, you are such an amazing young man. I cannot even imagine what the future holds for you. I know you will meet it head first and conquer whatever it is. Congratulations on your past achievements. Honored to be able to say I know you. God Bless you and your family.👍👍

[@AverageRow]

Thank you so much, Carl. I’m excited to see what’s in store for me in the future.

[@marjorielopez653]

I'm one of the candidates to be a valedictorian. This speech is what I'm hoping to achieve in the end. I can't even begin to comprehend how you maintained eye contact, a steady voice, and didn't seem even half nervous. I might not get chosen, but at least I got to be graced with this inspirational, wonderful speech:)

[@ashton1860]

Short, sweet, solid. Public speaking is hard but you make it look easy :)

[@AverageRow]

Thanks, Ashton

[@andreahill3120]

Congratulations Rowan! What a great speech and I love your reflection about adaptation! Brilliant! May you always soar and continue to love life, love learning, and love adventure. You teach so many. ❤

[@AverageRow]

Thank You

[@radiantstars]

I am trying to write my valedictorian speech for yr 6. You did wonderful! Well done. :)

[@taramackay3850]

Beautiful speech, Rowan! I'm very proud of what you've accomplished and excited to see what lies in your future!

[@AverageRow]

Thanks! I hope you’re doing well:)

[@amna4770]

This speech just hit different from every other speech I've seen. I have to write a speech for graduation in 3 days, and the teachers are going to to select the best speech. The only thing is I don't know what to do for a hook. Your speech is amazing!

[@AverageRow]

Good luck hope you are selected!

[@lilyandlexislife]

This is amazing, the amount of stage presence you have is incredible. I’m trying to get grade 8 valedictorian at my school and my candidate speech is stumping me, this has been a lot of inspiration and you are incredibly talented Rowan! ❤️

[@AverageRow]

Thank you, good luck with your speech😀👍

[@lilyandlexislife]

@@AverageRow Thank you! 😊

[@samfaiella5816]

Awesome. Im writing mine and i don't know where to start.

[@theodorejay1046]

Rowan for President 🇨🇦

[@plotagonx]

What a great speech man, I recently became Valedictorian and you were a big help! God Bless You man.

[@AverageRow]

Glad to hear it!

[@savannah4674]

I am currently writing my valedictorian speech and this made me more confident. thank you

[@AverageRow]

Amazing, I’m confident you will do great.

[@ishmiru9587]

jesus man im in 7th grade and I thought i was generally not too bad at social things but this dudes out here giving a 8th grade speech that sounds like my sisters 12th grade graduation speech.. GG man

[@AverageRow]

Thank you so much! The trick for public speaking is simply practice, like everything else. Starting in Grade 7, I took every opportunity I could to do public speaking and this is the result of that practice. If you're interested in public speaking, I suggest just putting yourself out there. You'll get recognition regardless of how good the speech is because most people don't have the confidence to do it :)

[@Kyleazkop13P]

Excellent speech young man, though not surprised at all. You are an inspiration to all around you and I am honored to know you. Keep up your amazing ways!

[@AverageRow]

Thank you so much, Kyle! Stay awesome:)

[@maddy.kilty.mcconnell]

That was a very well written speech! You also delivered it perfectly! I’m currently trying to write my valedictorian speech. This was very inspirational! Edit: Just realized you spoke French in this speech as well. As a fellow French immersion student who’s been speaking French with my family since I was born here in Toronto, Ontario, it put a smile on my face.

[@dureencoade6338]

Such a good posture for grade 8 along with a good message. Congratulations.

[@AverageRow]

Thanks

[@koreoroblox]

This is just SO amazing, especially when you added humor in it

[@AverageRow]

Thanks

[@LorenzoSperduti]

congratulations Rowan for your Graduation :D You're going to have a bright future. Enjoy the Summer season now

[@AverageRow]

Thanks! I have some awesome stuff planned this summer. Can’t wait to share it with you!

[@linds3967]

i have 3 days to write a speech and hearing this is really making me doubt myself. this is a GREAT speech lmao

[@carmenkelly-h4g]

So sad you guys are going so fast and have a great eighth grade graduation person. It’s so close to see you guys grow up goodbye we’re all gonna miss you in October.😢

[@halfling.barbarian]

I have to write out a speech in one day for my 8th grade graduation. Not sure what to do about it. You had an alright video.

[@Miss_Sophi3]

Your speech is inspiring! I am valedictorian this year at my school.

[@basephalonvoldego1243]

Wow I am going to do my grade 6 graduation speech and I am nervous, but this inspiring me you hear me your speech is really inspiring!!😀

[@thinemuther4031]

This Guy, Rowan Elsmore, is an inspiration. Face the truth you are too

[@adyamhaile3986]

I'm also gonna be recording my speech online since we are having online grad in Canada, and this helped!!! Thanks!!!

[@ayelenlopez98]

I'm using this as my inspiration for my 8th-grade valedictorian speech. Truly amazing!

[@AverageRow]

Thanks Ayelen! I’m glad you got something from my speech!

[@chloed1135]

This was so inspirational. I am currently trying to figure out how to write my speech and I'm on a very close due date but this made me feel much better.

[@mmeganlourdess]

good luck or if it's over I bet you did good! I'm doing the speech too but I'm getting so stuck on that fact how I am supposed to make the crowd laugh or make it not too serious.

[@emerald_goatdavid8284]

Facts i'm only here for ideas for my speech and seeing this just makes me feel like i am speaking myself

[@kimberlyeverhart9870]

This is so incredible! I know your words inspired many, as they also inspired me. I know I’m kind of two years late to this video, but I still think this was AMAZING!!! 😁

[@AverageRow]

Thanks Kimberlie!

[@ReQuieM_365_Media]

Rowan, you are a champion. Congratulations! 😎

[@AverageRow]

Thank you so much, Michael! Have a great day:)

[@PilotBoyGD]

Bravo. What a beacon of light to the rest of us.

[@AverageRow]

Thanks! I appreciate it!

[@jadeline_]

wow, this really helped me be inspired and gave me ideas for my valedictorian speech! thanks so much, you did a lovely speech.

[@JhonMessias]

Amazing speech! Congratulations! You have a bright future ahead.

[@AverageRow]

Thank you! I appreciate the kind words:)

[@luciannagravel116]

Rowan what an amazing speech!!! Thank you for all your efforts and for sharing and in turn helping my students have some idea of what a great valedictorian speech sounds like! Oufff and that Robert Frost quote....incredible! Thank you!

[@AverageRow]

Thank you for watching. I plan to make a follow-up video breaking down the writing process. I am in grade 10 now and have been more focused on school than KZbin but I think its time for a new video.

[@the_runnerup658]

I have to have my valedictorian speech due today, and I was really struggling to think up a speech but after hearing yours I feel much more inspired, also you’re a very good public speaker for your age

[@janiceadams2219]

What an incredible young man you have become! Grade Eight Grad.....how did that happen? I am pretty sure that you will be ready for all life has to offer you. It certainly sounds like you have the tools and support for high school. In the meantime have a fantastic summer and enjoy yourself.

[@AverageRow]

Thanks, Janice. I'm in Newfoundland now.

[@RingDeng-fj4xd]

Thats the loveliest speech i have ever heard even if this was 5 years ago

[@Simply.bria__]

POV: ur abt to type this whole speech out cus u gotta say one at ur graduation

[@Soti5048]

i checked youtube for inspiration on the speech i have to give in 2 days.. how am i supposed to compare to thattttt

[@vanessataylor6156]

I am currently working on my grad speech and this really helped give me inspiration. I have speak over video for this years graduation because of quarintine

[@AverageRow]

That might take some of the pressure off :) Good luck!

[@vanessataylor6156]

@@AverageRow thanks so much

[@yousofalmghari2787]

Im valedictorian too, your speech was amazing. I would like to use tips from you to make one amazing like this.

[@austinrey8745]

Hi Rowan. Your old buddy Eric here. You did an amazing job on your graduation speech. So proud of the young man you are becoming. Take care and be safe!

[@AverageRow]

Thanks Eric! I hope you're doing well!

[@austinrey8745]

@@AverageRow Thanks Rowan! Tired of being stuck at home but we'll get through this if we all work together. Really happy to see you posting again. You have been missed, I assure you.

[@canadianertugrulandmore227]

Wow, great speech! Inspired my Grade 8 valedictorian speech!

[@Michael-hr4zc]

This year they are going to announce who's going to be valedictorian I have to write a speech for valedictorian this year. I really liked your Speech. Great Job!!!

[@krebby4590]

This is an awesome speech! It helped me out a lot in writing my own.

[@natalka88ss]

Whole new place, we adapted to all of this at such a young age, trough that we learned idependence

[@andymilsten9096]

Best thing a 14 year old boy has ever done!

[@AverageRow]

Lol I doubt it, but thanks for watching!

[@kemoyawilliamson2623]

Me trying to write a speech for my graduation but listening to this😭

[@indahsfavxoxo1320]

i gor picked by my teacher but i really don’t know where to start. do mine telling me places i can get inspiration?

[@Marijjp]

You will know how to get started i am still currently trying to write mine

[@A1nsL3Y]

(It’s Ainsley) Awesome job Rowan! I’m so glad I got to graduate with you!

[@AverageRow]

Thanks, you too

[@rivenmaster]

Rowen for President! Wow what an amazing young man you are!

[@AverageRow]

Thanks! I hope you have a great day!

[@avasaltzman299]

I just finished my eighth grade valedictorian speech! I found your video as inspiration and know I am binging your channel, you are so inspiring and sweet! 😁

[@AverageRow]

Thank you so much! Welcome to our community here! Stay awesome!

[@russellriley1095]

That was absolutely amazing, when I left primary school I would never of been able to do anything like that you did a great job but please don't be nervous about starting secondary school I was kind of nervous myself but in the end I really enjoyed it not only all of it but my first day aswell, I hope you have a great Summer and good luck with your next level of education 😊

[@AverageRow]

Thanks Russell

[@russellriley1095]

You are welcome my friend I also shared this video on twitter

[@eliasrodriguez7492]

Do you have any tips because I’m writing my speech and don’t know what to write

[@rodadriano275]

Thank you this really helped me in writing my speech and inspired me as well

[@AverageRow]

Thanks, hope yours goes well

[@jackychou7785]

im doing a Valedictorian speech too this made my life change

[@Amaterasie]

Great speech! I have to this in Monday but I haven’t started.. have any ideas where I should start?

[@poss287]

Thank you man, you helped me a lot on how to structure my speech!

[@AverageRow]

Glad I could help!

[@nickiskool]

Bro I need help I have until friday morning to write a speech and I have nothing down. I have no idea what to talk about or how to start. Please help

[@prakharravi9786]

Wow...nice one...hey u really replied to almost everyone...great ❤️....all the best ...😇😇

[@AverageRow]

Thanks Prakhar, hope you are doing well?

[@prakharravi9786]

@@AverageRow I'm doin' great.. hope the same for u💜

[@AverageRow]

Staying safe

[@onesaneman5577]

I am preparing for my graduation speech currently, and this video has inspired me to do well. By the way I only aimed for valedictorian since in our school I'll get a 100% off discount tuition fee if I'm a valedictorian, anyways thanks.

[@AverageRow]

Wow… good luck I hope you get it.

[@onesaneman5577]

@@AverageRow Thanks

[@andrewzarender4190]

Very GOOD speech, Very Impressive!

[@AverageRow]

Thank you, Andrew!

[@missduckymomo8669]

Wow, this is amazing dude! This is helping me write mine!

[@AverageRow]

That’s awesome! I hope you knock it out of the park!

[@missduckymomo8669]

@@AverageRow Awwww, thank you so much!!!

[@smashball3343]

Amazing Job Rowan.

[@alwinatjiveze3079]

Very motivating 👏🏽❤

[@AverageRow]

Thanks!😀

[@isaiah453]

How's grade 9 I'm graduating from grade 8 soon just wanna know how to shape my future

[@robhawken]

Great speech Row!

[@AverageRow]

Thanks Rob

[@khian.6945]

Hello rowan can you give me tips on how to make a graduation speech? (im currently at grade 6) can i just have some tips

[@AverageRow]

My approach to writing this speech was different from my typical approach. Valedictorian speeches are more personal and nostalgic. What I did was break it up into three sections. I had an introduction, I told the story of our entire school experience (this is the longest section), and then the conclusion where I looked back on the progress we made and what our future holds. A speech like this will take form as you write it- just enjoy the process. Thanks for watching!

[@robmuzz]

Well done, Rowan!

[@AverageRow]

Thanks Rob

[@lukes2254]

I have to write a speech for my Valedictorian stuff and I'm using this for help, since I've never done this kind of speech before. Thanks!

[@AverageRow]

No problem, let me know how it went?

[@PianoandDance]

You did such an awesome job! I recently uploaded my Valedictorian speech too, but it is no way even closer to yours.

[@AverageRow]

No, you killed it! You we’re able to do the hardest part, have confidence in what you say and your body language. That alone is beyond admirable! Keep it up and thanks for watching!

[@mochico88]

I'm sorry for commenting this here but you currently have comments disabled on your soundproofing video and I have to say that I'm very impressed by the quality of your productions!

[@AverageRow]

Welcome to the channel! I didn’t know comments were disabled on that video, thanks for letting me know.

[@spillthetea8504]

I’m writing my valedictorian speech!! and I’m soo nervous,,, but I love this video!!

[@AverageRow]

You will do great

[@Thehiddenlight]

Totally not gonna steal the speech for my 8th graduation 😇😇😇😇😇😇😇

[@dudewithabox]

My speech is due next week and I havent started, I suck at language so that doesnt help, but this does sui.

[@M4NUK0RS]

i have a graduation speech this week so im preparing

[@AverageRow]

I hope you did well?

[@mikaelmelikov7457]

This speech is ideal and it gave me a lot of ideas toward my own speech, thank you!

[@aayushgrover9773]

Saunders Farm? Like in Ottawa?

[@AverageRow]

Yeah! I’m from Ottawa :)

[@aayushgrover9773]

Same lmao

[@minji3762]

Thank you you just gave me more inspiration to strive hard and earn valedictorian award.

[@AverageRow]

I’m glad I could inspire! Good luck!

[@minji3762]

@@AverageRow But I had bad report cards from grade 4 to 5. But I've improved a lot. I'm afraid, It won't happen

[@heydanking]

So incredible! Well done!!

[@AverageRow]

Thanks Dan!!! I'm in Newfoundland right now on a new adventure

[@aleezasa]

yoo this speech is amazing tysm im valedictorian and this really helped me!

[@AverageRow]

Thanks. Hope you do great with yours

[@emmabarnette3135]

Ahhh im writing mine right now. I am actually really excited because I love public speaking. Your speech was amazing I hope mine is at least a fraction of how good yours was!!

[@AverageRow]

You will do great!

[@desolatedreams21]

Your middle school nominated valedictorian? Haha I wish mine did! Regardless, your speech was great. Thorough and coherent, yet not overly complicated for the average English listener to comprehend. Well done

[@nyssam1243]

the cool math games reference is so true

[@marapredescu]

aw i’m so proud of you🥺🥺#hardworkingqueen

[@bce755]

It’s Abdul honestly what a speech 👏 👏

[@AverageRow]

Thanks, man!

[@lemonlime5188]

Writing my speech rn but this is really helping me

[@AverageRow]

Awesome, hope you do well!

[@me2testanionyte290]

I'm writing this the day before, helped me so much! I will definetly eat my peanut butter sandwich without rocks now! 😂

[@mas0nic108]

I am valedictorian and this will help me a lot 😌😄

[@AverageRow]

Congrats and good luck!

[@jaydenfranco8881]

Nice, this really helped me I'm righting my speech right now.

[@AverageRow]

That’s great, Jayden! I’m glad I could help! Thanks for watching:)