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So much love on here for Abdullah Elijah! Thank you everyone for always supporting him and for believing in him! 💜

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Congratulations! 🎊🎉🎈

Your bright eyes and beautiful smile will get you many awesome things in this world. I am excited for the path ahead of you and all you will learn. I am happy you have accomplished so much and more honored I have a chance to witness your glow. You shine bright, Brother. Thank you for bringing so much joy in this world from your presence alone... We will be neighbors when you’re at Cal Poly Pomona. God sent you this way and I will do anything necessary to make sure you are taken care of as you learn to accomplish soooo many more goals.

Love you, always
Christine and Zora 💜💜💜

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Elijah,

I am so proud of all you have accomplished and am honored that I was one of your teachers on your journey. I can’t wait to see where the next chapter in life takes you. I know great things are coming!!

So much love to you!

Ms. G

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Dear Brother Elijah,

I am thankful our paths met. You are an exciting, humble young man. Although our time together was brief, I and glad we got to chat about so many things. I also wish we were able to go to Star Wars park in Japan lol... maybe next time! But congratulations you deserve this and it is only the beginning.

-Jaemin

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We are so proud of you and excited for all that is to come in this next chapter for you at Cal Poly Pomona. You are wise beyond your years and such a gift to this world. Wishing you all the best. We love you!
— Kai and Angela ❤️

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Words can’t express how proud I am of you. Since the first day I met you and your siblings you often displayed such strength and determination. Anything you were interested in or wanted to learn more about , you set your mind to it and achieved it. As you continue  on this next chapter in college, continue to be open to ALL there is in the world. Never hinder your CANS with CAN’TS. Congratulations to all your success.

Love you always and can’t wait to show you the best parts my city

Love , Ashlee

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Congratulations Elijah!!! I can't believe were already graduating! It feels like just yesterday we were coming up with parodies to taylor swift songs in 5th grade about how naughty our class was ("I knew this class was trouble when i walked in!"😂). We've had so many fun and memorable moments together from having to put up with our crazy BVA class to activities with the MBA like our utility box project with SOC to TCL where we participated in fun (and kinda cringy) team builders, got to go behind the scenes (and meet the penguins, octopus, and all the fish)🐟, and got to learn about the ocean and build on our leadership skills. You are such a hardworking, dedicated, intelligent, and hilarious person and a thoughtful and compassionate friend. I'm proud of you and all that you've done. Even though well be off to different schools (still), lets stay in touch!
Love,
Alexa ❤️

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Dear Elijah,
Congrats on all your hard work! Your positive attitude and kind soul have gotten you far in life!  I know you will have great success in college!  We have so enjoyed watching you and Alexa grow up from 4th graders to 12th graders!  (Wow time flies! ) We have had so many great family times together and I know we will continue to share laughs, achievements and marshmallows for many years to come!  You have a bright future and we will be there to support you always!
Love, The Ortiz Family

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Brother,

I can not believe this is happening! It's like time is a speedster🏎! Actually, time must be laughing at us, pointing fingers and yelling "catch me if you can."  My question:  how did you grow up so fast?  High school graduation, really Brother!?!

So,I guess we are all supposed to ACCEPT that this is happening.  It feels like you are telling us, we have no choice!  I mean you did place your stake in the sand when you "declared" a few weeks ago, like some sort of adult proclamation, your plan to attend Cal Poly Pomona.  🏁

For me, it kind of feels like you might be dumping us, all of us! I'm not sure? 😢

But, if you are, let me first say, I am so proud of you.  It has truly been remarkable walking alongside you on this journey.  You are special and loved beyond comparison.  In fact, I am happy to say you are no longer a little boy, trying to figure out his way. You are a young man. An amazing young man with a heart as big as the world you are entering. You are a young man with a desire to soar and explore, literally. Abdullah, at the down of a dime you are always willing and ready to see this world, fly a plane, take a drive, read a book or watch a movie. I am sure, you are a young man with great adventures in front of you. So, as we send you out into this world, here’s a few reminders of some of the most important lessons I hope we taught you well:

God first. Be yourself. Kindness always wins.. Forgive and grow. Breathe and let it go. Be kind. Leave the past behind you. Remember you do not have to rely on friends when you have family, especially siblings and cousins. Be kind to yourself, you are still growing.  Save money. Meet the future with wonder in your heart.  Get things done asap, "now right now".  Do not wait when you were blessed with abilities beyond expectations. Continue to work hard, hard work is doing you well. Be a service.

You are blessed and favored. You are the leader, you have been waiting for in the world. Also, you are 108% right, sometimes group work is "so annoying", but still be kind. Find your own challenges in group work, sometimes the challenge is to be a great project manager. Oh yeah, if you don't have anything nice to say, master the silent shame face😶.  Or lock eyes with someone you trust and laugh internally🧐. I believe you have mastered the art of raising one eyebrow🤨, feel free to use that skill, it is a rare gift!  Oh and finally work hard but have fun!  Enjoy college.

Don’t get me wrong: you are going to school to learn, to get that education, to prepare for the future. But, college is so much more. Take time to make friends, to build friendships that will last a lifetime. Go and enjoy life. Laugh. Be silly. Enjoy these carefree years.

Forget those things which did not serve you well, they are behind. Please look forward to what is ahead. God willing, you are about to embark on a new journey, a new chapter of this life. You’ve learned some powerful lessons! You have had so many amazing mentors, guides and teachers.  I believe you are well prepared.

In truth, still sometimes I look back and wonder if we did enough. If we loved you enough. If we taught you enough. If we were present enough when you needed us. This life definitely didn’t turn out as planned; as you can see things change so quickly and without warning. I am sure we all would give everything to protect and guide you more. But, as you move into young adulthood we are here with you in spirit  no matter where you go.  We cover you with all our prayers and love. Also, if we left any holes in you please forgive us and know we did our best. We will always pray that God picks up and fills all the gaps, all the places there wasn't enough. Let's face it, he’s a much better parent anyway!

In fact, unlike simple humans,  It doesn’t matter where you go, God, will actually be with you. He will actually walk beside you, guiding your steps. He will walk in front of you, leading your path. Inshallah, he will walk behind you, watching over your journey. He is with you always and forever. Mashallah. GOD is truly amazing.

Okay okay okay! Saying all this reminds me that, actually you can dump us, leave us all here, no problem. We will just keep praying 🤲and send you in the world on the straight path, with God and good as your light! 😃😁👌 🙌🏽

I am so proud, my heart is filled!🥰

With love💓,

Yai (Shira)

P.s.

Laguna Seca, that's what's up class of 2020 at the finish line🏁🏁🏁

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Congratulations! Many blessings and much success! Love Cousin Kamilah and family ❤️

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Congratulations Elijah on your high school graduation! Watching you in your early years at BVA, I saw a bright young man. You have already accomplished so much and you are destined to do great things in your future. Good luck at Cal Poly! Your early years BVA principal Elisa

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Congrats Elijah (Brother!) Blessings to you as you embark on this wonderful life

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Congrats Elijah (Brother!) Blessings to you as you embark on this wonderful life

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-Auntie Beverly

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You have grown up to be such a great young man!  With the love and support of your family and friends you can and will do anything !  The future is yours. God bless you. Love Angela and family ❤️

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Congratulations Elijah.

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My Son, I am so proud of the young man you have become. God has blessed you and has blessed our family beyond measure giving you as a son to us. You are gentle, kind, full of life, love, ambition. You are open-minded and spiritually grounded. I am excited to see where God leads you. It has been a pleasure in raising you and watching you grow. Thank you for being such an amazing person. Be proud of yourself and keep working towards your highest goals. You are powerful and will continue to bless those around you! God is always with you! I love you dearly my son! ~ Mom

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My Son, I am so proud of the young man you have become. God has blessed you and has blessed our family beyond measure giving you as a son to us. You are gentle, kind, full of life, love, ambition. You are open-minded and spiritually grounded. I am excited to see where God leads you. It has been a pleasure in raising you and watching you grow. Thank you for being such an amazing person. Be proud of yourself and keep working towards your highest goals. You are powerful and will continue to bless those around you! God is always with you! I love you dearly my son! ~ Mom

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I am so incredibly proud of you. And I feel so lucky to have you as a part of my life. Even though we don’t see each other that often. You are such a dynamic and amazing person. Congratulation on this milestone. Your future is bright. I love you 💜
Love, Tata Claire Dog

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You’re going to do great at Cal Poly Pomona! Your future is so bright😭😊

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I remember you were the first friend I made in highschool! From Mr.Vons weird biology class to Mr.Pace’s AP macro class, we’ve had so much fun! I am so happy that I can call you a friend and I am so excited for your future. You are soooo bright and I am glad to say I can call you my best friend:)😸
-Kimi

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Congratulations, Elijah!!! You finished a chapter of life now on to many more! I know you're going to be amazing :) sending love! SO proud of you!

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Congratulations Elijah! Enjoy the next steps in your journey. I'm sure you'll do great one day make a huge impact in the world. 💙 - Keandra & family

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Happy Graduation!
Can't wait to have u out here with the kids and I! A good meal, a place to take a break from school...we got u! Love Aunt Netta, Jahlel, Qiym, Aminah and Adar!

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I remember when you would always say "I am so excited for college. I can't wait to get away from all these girls." I knew and still know that you will miss us and we will miss you.

You may not know it  but I love you so much.  I can explain with words. You help me with a lot of things.  You pressure on me to do my best and work harder.  Without you I do not know where I would be right now.

Brother you are wonderful, smart, kind, fun and the best Big Brother ever.  Congratulations and I am so happy for you.

Love,
Your sister Zaïna Selly Noor Diallo 🥳👍🏾👏😆

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You are such an impressive young man that is destined to do great things because you already have! I remember first meeting you and you were headed off to fly planes and my mind was instantly blown! Whenever you go and whatever you do don’t ever be afraid to fly!!  Happy Graduation! 🎓 🌟Love the Johnson Family- Christian, Jordan, and Harper

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Congratulations 🎉 “Big Brother” I’m so very proud of you‼️ You’ve excelled in life thus far‼️ Can’t wait to watch your continuing progression moving forward‼️ Cheers to you and new beginnings‼️ Much love ❤️ and blessings‼️

Love, Auntie Donaeshia 😘🥰😘

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We are soooooooooo proud of you!

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Elijah,
Congratulations! I am so proud of you and the young man you have become. You are self possessed, caring, dedicated, and a natural leader, everything the world needs right now. CalPoly is lucky to have you as you take the next step in your journey. Good luck and Congratulations!

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You are a really nice person and you are a very caring person and you put others in front of you and we all appreciate you for that.
From Rocco

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Seriously how is this even happening?  When I met you, you were 8! You are an outstanding role model for Rocco.  Be proud of yourself, and save a bit of that feeling for days when you need it. Can't wait to see what your adventure will bring.
Love Mel

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Congratulations Brother! It’s been an honor to watch you grow into the shining star you are. You have already reached the sky so aim for the moon! Keep in touch and remember we are just one call away if you ever need anything we love you dearly 🥰🥰 - Elise and Elie

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Watching you grow over the past 4 years into the person you are today has been such an amazing experience. You have such a bright future ahead of you and I cannot wait to see the person you become!!!!
Alishia😂😂

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Wishing your next adventure be filled with fun, everlasting friendships and faith! Keep up the great work! The world is yours Abdullah!

Sincerely ~ Dana and family

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Elijah! It’s Luke from the MSC. Congratulations on your big accomplishment. I know you will continue to be successful in the future as you grow older and move along in the journey of life! Be proud of everything you’ve done, keep on working hard and always follow your dreams!

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Kudos Abdullah, for such an accomplishment, one of many, am sure, successes with which you will mark your life journey, inshallah.

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Really proud of u!!!
Uncle Serigne

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Congratulations, Elijah!  It was my incredible honor to be a part of your educational journey.  You are a smart, kind, and thoughtful young man who has demonstrated drive, enthusiasm, and dedication in all your pursuits.  You will succeed in whatever you set your mind to.  Cal Poly will be an incredible experience filled with amazing opportunities... opportunities you will embrace with all of who you are.  You are a change agent and your impact on the world will be incredible.  Best wishes and a big hug, Tara Hookano (Ms. Tara, Art Teacher).

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I can’t believe you’re a senior time flies so fast ! I remember when I used to take care of you and sister and Zana and now I have my babies too ,I’m so proud !! Good job and have fun In College hope to see you guys again. I hope you still remember me ! 🙂 love Soledad

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Brother I am so proud of you!🥳🎓❤
Auntie Meeky

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Congratulations Elijah on a job well done. Your nana told me you were in the National honor society and made a high grade point average. Yes, I am so proud of you. As you begin your college career in August, I will be praying for you. I hope you received your card in the mail this week. Aunt Diane & Uncle Art

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Brother!!!!!
Good job congratusuperlations!!! Be safe and enjoy every moment of your first semester, don't stress the small things.
Bisoux💥❣💥 Tata Mami

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Congratulations Elijah, I’m so proud of you , I hope you go far and enjoy collage , and I hope to see you a pilot in the future , I know you are doing well , haven’t been around you a lot but I love you very much .love you aunt Penny

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I’m so so proud of everything you’ve accomplished in high school and cannot wait to see what you do in college 😎 I’m gonna miss our hangouts and living so close to each other that we can hang whenever, but I know we’ll visit each other regardless. Congratulations g can’t wait to celebrate with you!!
Love Selly

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Elijah,
I am so proud of you. It is been an honor to watch you grow and learn and mature into such an incredible young man! You will change the world!
Congratulations!
Love,
Ms. Barger

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Smile!

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Elijah w/ the Ladies

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First job at MSC before COVID19 Happened

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Good Old Days PG

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Camping w/ Logan

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Salinas Air Show with Grandpa

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Elijah Flying Us over Big Sur

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First Flight over San Jose Mountains

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Wisconsin EAA Air Academy

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Yosemite

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Band Time

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MHS

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Headed to Cal Poly!

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Congratulations on graduations cousin! Gööd luck in college! 😎 -EB

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I’m truly gonna miss you and I hope you have the best time in cal poly. You made coming to a new school a little less scary and for that I truly appreciate you. Even though the chapter of our life where we all are together is now over in such a disappointing way, I know this is not goodbye. You gonna do great things just keep being you Afro boy.
- Raghad

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I’m so proud of you! I’m very blessed to have you as an older cousin and role model! You are going to do amazing in college and can’t wait to what you’re going to accomplish! I love you!
Victoria (your favorite cousin)

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Congratulations Elijah!! We are so very proud of you. God has a perfect plan for your life and we look forward to whatever that is. May the Lord bless you and keep you!

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Congratulations Elijah!! We are so very proud of you. God has a perfect plan for your life and we look forward to whatever that is. May the Lord bless you and keep you!

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Love,
Uncle Chris & Aunt Shawna

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Elijah,
I cannot wait to hear about  all of your adventures as you fly on the next leg of your journey🌍! The world awaits you!
All my ❤️
Leslie

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You are an amazing young man with so many gifts!! Be proud and enjoy this accomplishment!! Best wishes to you!!
Andrea 💛💜💚💙

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Congratulations Eli.  We never doubted you would accomplish your goals.
Jim Shumaker

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See ya soon

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Congrats buddy, Carmen and I are very proud of you!

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Congrats buddy, Carmen and I are very proud of you!

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Follow your dream and never give up or give in! We love you very much !

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This is huge!!! Congrats Elijah I’m so happy for you. Can’t wait to see what you will accomplish in life.
Best,
Sophy

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Congratulations to my sweet an smart grandson Elijah Diallo on hisGraduation day..... I’m so happy an proud of you❤️😊❤️I know God has a wonderful future for you an I’m excited an blessed to share in your special  day😊 Abe an I love you  very much an may God bless you in your new journey ❤️❤️❤️

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We’re so proud of you!  What a fine young man. Love, Scott and Linda

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I am so excited to see what the future holds for you! I know you are going to do amazing things!! Have the best time in college!
Jordan

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Congratulations Brother! You are such an amazing brother and have come so far. You are always working your hardest, it has definitely paid off. I’m going to miss you when you go to CalPoly, but I know you’re going to have an amazing college experience. I love you so much!!!
~Zahra

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You are an amazing person! You will accomplish wonderful things in your life! Continue to strive and never stop learning.
I wish you all the best!
Nicole

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So happy for you and your accomplishments! You're super cool, and on to great things at Call Poly!
Congratulations!!
Renée

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You are amazing!!!