Brutally Honest Valedictorian Regrets Being Top of the Class

He is a senior superlative in the areas of Bible, English, musical theatre, social studies, and vocal music. Kyle is the President of the English and Social Studies National Honor Societies, Vice President of the Spanish National Honor Society, Treasurer of the Mathematics National Honor Society, and is a member of the National Honor Society and the Science and Tri-M Music National Honor Societies. He served as Class President for five years and is a member of Key Club. Kyle has been an important contributor to the TKA Theatre Company, appearing as a lead in 21 main stage and black box productions, most recently as Jack Kelly in Newsies.

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[ahums]

"Did you become valedictorian?"
". . Yes."
"What did it cost?"
"Everything."

[Anthony-uzlm]

He kept having to catch his breath cause he’s carrying 80 pounds of cords and medals

[Birdman]

I remember our valedictorian at high school in 1970 who achieved full colours for academics in the 10th grade already, and in the final year ended with 8 distinctions when one need only do 6 subjects. She went on to university and committed suicide after two months on campus. To this day, no one could fathom the reason why. Maybe this young man had the answer she was looking for.

[StuberTheUber]

Getting valedictorian is like that feeling of 100-percenting a game, it feels great when you do it but after you feel empty cuz there's nothing left to do

[edwinpaz]

To the people complaining about him talking about God, Religion, etc.

The King's Academy is a Private Christian School. Have a nice day.

[nissanghimire]

He turned from a valedictorian to my pastor real quick

[angelamarie]

He's absolutely correct. I graduated from college with a 4.0 GPA, and with all the accolades you could possibly receive. Yet at the end of it, I felt tremendously empty. The struggle is real for overachievers. I sacrificed so many relationships and life experiences to get there. I ended up completely changing the direction I intended as my future career, and instead focused on family and personal growth . I ended up getting married just three years later and having four wonderful children over a ten year span. I decided to always prioritize my family (which a lot of my extended family thought was completely nuts) and not run the rat race for $$ and prestige. I ultimately became a freelance writer and a missionary. I have never looked back, although my parents have always subtly reminded me that I am a disappointment.

[seikatsu.]

There was... once a farmer who told me and alot of other people he once told us that "being number one isn't an achievment, its a prison which forces you into dedicating your life defending that temporary position"...







rest in peace our king.

[mickbryanjavonillo]

And here i am, 19 years old who's afraid to order in a fast food restaurant alone.

[brandonxia]

That’s why he’s the top of class. He thinks differently.

[lolhai]

This young man is a leader. Few people can bring tears to my eyes. This young man knows the

[goodlookinouthomie]

I am so fortunate to be among the exclusive club of 22 million people who have had this wisdom imparted to them.

[smolboi]

This is the meaning of “I’ve won, but at what cost”

[Rod.Machado]

This man have the hand gestures of a politician.

[commess]

His parents crying proudly in the audience. You did your job Mom and Dad. You knew the assignment.

[avzeolla]

This kid is wise. He learned a lesson early. Many people don’t learn this until they’re in their 50s and 60s.

[jjsalcido]

Our valevictorian didnt even show up to the graduation. 😂

[kenny]

“To the coffee that kept me up all night studying. We thank you”

“To all the girls that didn’t say yes to prom and made me stay at home. We thank you”

[alanrichards]

One of if not the best, most honest, encouraging, and hopeful speeches I have ever heard! God bless that young man!!!!

[Checkmate]

You can just tell he’s truly a good person and is willing to admit what’s true rather than what looks best for him in the moment. Most people would’ve been talking about this title for there lives and gloating about it and getting trapped in their ego. This guy immediately threw it all away and stated how he truly feels about it even if the teachers and school faculty looked down on him.