Of the many activities and clubs I was involved in, football and tennis specifically stand out. Football was the first team sport I participated in since elementary school, and initially, it was shocking just how tightly knit yet inviting the community surrounding it was. I have played tennis for many years, and it definitely comes in clutch after a difficult day at school to just set foot on the courts and hit some balls– It’s a great stress reliever. 

Mrs. Vollet has had a significant effect on me. Her approach to teaching has made topics that I have found particularly disinteresting (mathematics) extremely interesting to me by relating them to game theory.

I would tell incoming freshmen to be wise with how and with whom they spend their time. Throughout the first years of my high school experience, I surrounded myself with people who were not beneficial to my academic or mental health, and it definitely showed. Also, don’t be afraid to speak up for yourself if you’re in an uncomfortable situation.

I was looking forward to (and currently enjoying) all of the freedoms associated with senior year. Namely, I looked forward to eating lunch off campus and not having to be at school for my study halls.

After graduating, I plan on attending Savannah College of Art and Design to pursue a master’s degree in Industrial Design.