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The excitement of Trinity-Pawling\u2019s 116th Commencement Weekend was felt across campus on Saturday, May 27, 2023. The sun was shining, the blue and gold Trinity-Pawling banner hung proudly on Cluett, and hundreds of family members and friends filled the tent on the quad to celebrate the graduating class.<\/p>\n

Donning their blue blazers, the graduates of the Class of 2023 sat alongside each other in All Saints\u2019 Chapel and on the quad one last time \u2014 looking back on their years of accomplishments and memories at Trinity-Pawling and looking ahead at their next great adventures.<\/p>\n

In the days leading up to this milestone, we asked members of the Class of 2023 a series of three questions about their time in the Pride. In celebration of their graduation, we are pleased to share some of their answers with the Trinity-Pawling community.<\/p>\n

What is one word you would use to describe your senior year at Trinity-Pawling?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Popular answers included:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Invigorating
\nFun
\nTranscending
\nRedemption
\nEnlightening
\nQuick
\nLoyalty
\nJourney
\nMemorable
\nHappiness
\nRelationships
\nTransforming
\nUnforgettable
\nFoundation<\/p>\n

What will you miss most about Trinity-Pawling?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Top 10 responses:<\/strong><\/p>\n

10. The Phoenix
\n<\/em>9. Faculty dogs
\n8. The pond
\n7. Softball on the quad\/Coratti Field
\n6. Chapel Talks
\n5. Head\u2019s Holidays
\n4. Dorm life
\n3. Competing in the Founders League
\n2. The teachers, faculty, and staff
\n1. The close-knit community<\/p>\n

Now that you are graduating, what is your BEST piece of advice for underclassmen to make the most of their time at Trinity-Pawling?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s what the graduates had to say:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cGet involved.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cDo the right thing, always.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cMeet people outside of your friend group.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cJust get in the action\u2026don\u2019t stand back and watch.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWork hard and make friends.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cIf there is something you want to do in life, use the tools and resources you\u2019ll find here because this is the best place to start.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cAlways put your brothers first.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cBe where your feet are.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWaste no more time arguing what a good man should be. Be one.\u201d – Marcus Aurelius<\/p>\n

\u201cBe yourself.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cDo the work and go to Chapel.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cMake the most of your time here, because in the blink of an eye it will all be gone. Use this place to become the best version of yourself. Everything you need to become successful is available to you.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cGive a Chapel Talk.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cMeet everyone on campus.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cKeep working until you reach your goals.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cFind a mentor, and take advantage of the different things T-P has to offer (like a new sport or club).\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWork hard in every facet of life at Trinity-Pawling.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cDon\u2019t blink and don\u2019t waste a minute with the fellas.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cBe a good person, it\u2019s that simple.\u201d<\/p>\n

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On behalf of the entire School community, we extend one more heartfelt congratulations to the Class of 2023! We know you will continue to leave your mark on the world, just as you left it on Trinity-Pawling School.<\/p>\n

by Emma Quigley<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Message to the Class of 2023:<\/p>\n

In a real sense, you have been Pioneers on this journey. As I have said before, you represent \u00bd of 1 percent of the American school-age population who have had the opportunity to attend a prep school such as Trinity-Pawling. You are in a distinct minority of students who have had this opportunity and this type of experience. And, it has not all been easy.<\/p>\n

There have been days of triumph and days of defeat. Days of joy and days of sorrow. But, through it all, you have pressed ONWARD. You have pioneered your way ahead and you stand on the precipice of your new, adult life. Indeed, you will be pioneering your way into this new stage of your life.<\/p>\n

Like Pioneers, you will be leaving what has become familiar to you and venturing out into a wilderness of new challenges and new opportunities.<\/p>\n

Like Pioneers, you will need to pack for the journey. You can\u2019t take everything from your current life for the journey ahead, but there is room for some things to pack with you before you depart. Here are some suggestions for your packing list \u2014 consider packing:<\/p>\n