On the first day, at the podium Shelley will start to preach

Sitting in fancy clothes, you’ll silently pray to end the speech

She says “From Challenge Detroit, you’ll get out what you put in,”

You roll your eyes, you’ve heard it before, when can lunch begin?

The unfortunate truth is her words are so wise

Your Challenge Detroit year flashes before your eyes

Living, working, playing, giving, and leading

Laughing, learning, seeing Detroit succeeding

Seize every moment, and to every opportunity say yes

Fill up your plate, and do all you can to contribute to Detroit’s progress

These next 12 months may feel like a wild and crazy test

But they will be fun and rewarding too – next year you’ll rest

So buckle up and fill your closet with snappy casual

Get ready for your time to shine, there’s no need to feel bashful

You will get out what you put in

Let that sink deep into your skin

All of a sudden, before you know,

It will be your turn, ready set go!