I wish to congratulate all preschool, junior high, high school and college graduates. Education is power, and it's important for all of us to be empowered.
Author Ben Sweetland said, "We cannot hold a torch to light another's path without brightening our own." Education is the shining light that can illuminate your path, leading you on a journey that can better your opportunities, your means and, in turn, your community. To secure a stable and lucrative future, including a career that is prosperous and satisfying, it is with education that you can achieve your goals.
I can remember when I participated in the Black Graduation Ceremony at San Jose State University in May 1999. It was da' bomb! This was a major milestone and one of the best moments in my life, and I was proud to share it with my family--my grandmother, uncle and cousins--and friends. It was such a happy and glorious occasion to see an auditorium full of thousands of Black people who celebrated and honored the ceremony of hundreds of Black college graduates. When my name was called, and I walked to the stage to receive my diploma, my family stood up and roared with excitement. I had a smile from ear to ear!
When my diploma was placed in my hand, it became the torch that not only lights my path, but the paths of others. My accomplishments--an yours--can lead the way for those in our community.
And I would like to send a shout-out to all the fathers of Sacramento--Happy Father's Day!
Get ready for a hot summer of fun in Sacramento. Don't miss the Juneteenth Festival at William Land Park, the Meadowview Jazz Festival at Cosumnes River College, the California State Fair at Cal Expo and several concerts coming to SacTown!
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True Blessings!
CEO and Founder Pleshette Robertson
