Free the bird,
Let her venture from the nest,
Yet she is afraid to fly,
Afraid she might not succeed,

Raise the gossamer wings of youth without fear,
Sing the song of independence,
Raise the voice to the highest,
So all can see the treasures we hold dear,

Make your gifts known to all,
Venture joyously from the safe haven,
Learn well,
Understand your true worth,
Fly gracefully like the heron to your destiny.

09/20/2001