As the conclusion of the 21-22 school year approaches and the flurry of graduation and end-of-year events conclude, students of all grades seek to end the year strong.

Seniors, we wish that now, as you prepare to depart with your diplomas, you’ve left it all in Lakeville. We hope that you’ve enjoyed living in the dorms with no AC, spontaneously going down to Lake Wononscopomuc, staying up late, finishing work, and living the Hotchkiss life to the fullest. In no way could anyone graduate from the school without experiencing the struggles that make the place what it is, but the collective understanding of such is what unites our school. With that, we hope that you all have grown and learned from this place called Hotchkiss, and regardless of what regrets you may have, you’re grateful for your time here.

Thank you all for your leadership in this community, and your class’ support in our school’s striving for our motto: “Guided by each other, let us seek better paths.” This school year has been tumultuous in many ways, ranging from Covid to disciplinary controversy. However, this stress on our community has only allowed us to adapt, resulting in concrete changes for our disciplinary system, setting us up better for next year. While you all will not be here to experience these changes, the Class of 2022 impacted the school as a whole, and for that, multiple classes of students following you will be thankful. Continue your journeys on to better paths wherever you go, and hold your friendships made at the school dear.