President Reagan Sends Congratulations And Advice To A Graduating High School Student: “Enjoy It, And Don’t Be Afraid To Feel A Bit Of Justified Pride…I Hope You’ll Remember That Learning Is A Lifetime Process. It Doesn’t End With A Diploma…”

RONALD REAGAN (1911-2004). Reagan was the Fortieth President. TLS. 1pg. June 15, 1988. Washington. A typed letter signed “Ronald Reagan” as President to Jeremy Kranowitz, a senior graduating high school; he was the son of President Reagan’s assistant for legislative affairs. The President wrote on “The White House” letterhead: “Nancy and I are delighted to join with your family and friends in congratulating you on your graduation from high school. This is a special time for you, I know, a time for making plans and mapping dreams. Enjoy it, and don’t be afraid to feel a bit of justified pride in knowing that the hard work, dedication, and self-discipline that saw you to this day will serve you well in the coming years. Whatever future course you follow, I hope you’ll remember that learning is a lifetime process. It doesn’t end with a diploma – it continues through every day we’re granted on this good earth and through every opportunity we take to explore and understand. May this happy milestone on your life’s journey encourage you to reach for even greater goals in the years ahead. Again, Jeremy, congratulations. Your family and friends of very proud of you, and so are Nancy and I. We wish you the best always. God bless you. Sincerely, Ronald Reagan”. The letter has a light toning band on the bottom and a toning box from a previous framing. A terrific content letter full of wise life advice.