English definitely had the most impact on me. I have always had a place in my heart for literature and Mrs. Patterson and Mrs. Pannell really brought that out of me. I always knew I loved to read, and I wanted to write as well, but I never felt smart enough to do so; but Mrs. Pannell helped me improve my grammar skills, and I now feel confident in the work I submit.
What tradition or event at Trinity will you miss the most?
I will definitely miss the way Trinity celebrates Christmas the most. The way the community comes together to donate, sing, and love each other during December is something that I will always carry with me. Christmas has always been my favorite holiday, but Trinity makes sure to remember its importance: community and charity.
What advice would you give to incoming freshmen based on your experiences?
Stay out of drama and focus on your long-term goals. This was a mentality I came up with when I was a freshman and I believe it contributed to my great high school experience. There are few things about high school that I regret because I remembered that temporary problems are just that, temporary. I would tell incoming freshmen to try and think your actions through, and whether it contributes positively to your long-term goals.
What are your plans after you graduate?
I’ve always known what I wanted to do: nursing. My mom is a nurse practitioner and she tells me about her career all the time. This isn’t something I felt pressured into, but inspired, and my mom supports me all the way. I also love working with children, so being a pediatric nurse practitioner is what I’m leaning towards.
What are you looking forward to the most for your senior year?
What I was looking forward to most this year has already happened: first grade buddies. The girls I got are Charlotte and Eddie and they’re the cutest, kindest people. But I’m also looking forward to Senior Skip Day because I love staying at home all day.