I need ideas for a "charge" Speech at my graduation!! ASAP!

[dreaaaa]

I was given the task of giving the nurses coming up to Graduate in December A Charge from those of us graduating this Thursday. I dont know what to say. It has to be 2-3 minutes long. thanks

[phuretrotr]

A charge?

[Esme12, ASN, BSN, RN]

A charge speech? What do you mean? I hate these crazy "buzz words"

[nurseprnRN, BSN, RN]

Is that like the Eagle Charge when a boy is being awarded his Eagle Scout rank? It tells the boy to get out there and do good because he will represent something to others and because he has learned how to make a difference in the world by his own hard work and planning. There are lots of those-- here's a sample. Bet you could come up with something similar for new nurses.

The Boy Scouts of the world constitute one of the most wholesome and significant movements in history, and you [ Scout's name ], have been counted worthy of this highest rank in its membership. All who know you rejoice in your achievement.

Your position, as you well know, is one of honor and responsibility. You are a marked man. As an Eagle Scout, you have assumed a solemn obligation to do your duty to God, to Country, to your fellow Scouts, and to mankind in general. This is a great undertaking. As you live up to your obligations, you bring honor to yourself and to your brother Scouts. If you fail, you bring down the good name of all true and worthy Scouts.

Your responsibility goes beyond your fellow Scouts -- to your Country and your God. America has many good things to give you and your children after you; but these good things depend on the qualities she instills in her citizens. You are prepared to help America in all that she needs most. She has a great past, and you are here to make her future greater.

I charge you to undertake your citizenship with a solemn dedication. Be a leader, but lead only toward the best. Lift up every task you do and every office you hold to the high level of service to God and your fellow men -- to finest living. We have too many who use their strength and their intellect to exploit others for selfish gains. I charge you to be among those who dedicate their skills and ability to the common good.

Build America on the solid foundations of clean living, honest work, unselfish citizenship and reverence for God. Whatever others may do, you will leave behind you a record of which every Scout may be proud.