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SPECIAL SENIOR EDITION
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Four years of growth Campus leaders reflect on their roles in school
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BY KELLEY SHEEN
ranham’s graduating class of 2017 may be one of the most impressive classes in terms of academics, athletics, and extracurriculars. While our class as a whole is characterized as one of the best classes Branham has had, our class broken down into individuals are equally as impressive. The seniors in our class have cultivated their skills through their interests since their underclassmen days. Seniors Vianna Vo, Teppei Tajima, Jason Kim, Kelley Sheen, Raul Davilla, and Cameron McKay are just some of the many seniors who have left a mark during their time at Branham.
Vianna Vo: Jane of all trades
Vianna Vo has been in band for all four years, and is the Royal Alliance Drum Major. She has not only helped to lead the
class, but she has also dedicated countless hours outside of class to band whether it be for rehearsals, practices, or fundraisers. Vianna thinks of band as “more than just a music class”. She stated that “band has taught me personal accountability and the value of hard work. This class has pushed me out of my comfort zone, allowing me to grow both as a musician and a leader. Band has been an instrumental part of my Branham experience and I wouldn’t be the person I am today without it.” Band has allowed her to become the person she is today, her skills and passions were not gone unnoticed, for she received the Department Award for band at the senior awards night. SEE GROWTH •SENIOR PAGE 6