Princess Twilight stood behind the podium, her crown replaced by a square hat and tassel. Behind her stood about three dozen unicorns anxiously waiting for the speech to be finished. They each held a scroll in their hooves, wrapped tight in ribbon and sealed shut with the crest of the school. They were dressed similarly to Twilight, but while her gown was blue garnished with gold around the seems, theirs were straight black, as were their hats. Twilight Smiled at them, then turned to the waiting crowd.
"Fillies and gentlecolts, we gather here tonight to honor these young adults, who, through trial and tribulation, have managed to climb to the top. We witness tonight as they claim their well-deserved place as Graduates of Celestia's School for Gifted Unicorns. As you know, not just anypony can earn such an honor. It takes years of hard work and dedication to succeed. These ponies before you are the best unicorns Equestria has to offer, and though their futures are unknown, they will no doubt be held in a place of honor among their peers and among those who look to them."
Twilight smiled again and then spoke into the microphone one last time.
"Fillies and Gentlecolts, I present to you, Celestia's School for Gifted Unicorns Graduating class of 2014!" The crowd cheered as the graduates tossed their hats into the air. One young mare in particular looked especially happy. She had white fur and her mane was long, colored pink and purple.
Sweetie Belle cheered, tossing her hat as high as she could.