THE REGIONAL director of the Department of Education in Region 3 rallied graduates to pursue their dreams and accept new opportunities.

“Now that you are to start another chapter in your lives, I advise you to always bring with you the foundation you have built as a core testament to your great resilience,” Director May Eclair said.

“My dear graduates, never be afraid of embracing new opportunities, embracing your hearts’ desires, and even embracing the challenges that lie ahead of you,” she added.

The official expressed hope that the resilience developed by students during the pandemic will help them navigate the “vast ocean of life.”

“Our experience of the Covid-19 pandemic has taught us the true power of education,” she said. “You are the embodiment of resilience, and I have no doubt that you will make a positive impact on the world.”