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Scholarship & Award Recipients from Virtual Honors Night, May 13, 2020 PMHS Alumni Association Scholarship Chloe Lee Maria Miller
Richard H. Crosser Memorial Scholarship Anthony Lin PTEF Coach Hathaway’s Running South Hniang Te Southport Masonic #270 Connor Rowell
PTSA - Academic Scholarship Brooke Greenwood Nora Macias Maria Miller PTSA - Jesse Jude Spirit of Community Scholarship Maria Miller
Mary Ann Naugle Scholarship Donald Weber Rosibeth MartinezCasanova
Christie Vision Care Scholarship Chloe Lee Duncan Soughan
Southport Jaycees Academic Valerie York Southport Jaycees Vocational Timothy Ashbrook Dads’ Club Sara Allen Chance Arboneaux Joseph Carper Noah June Maria Miller Brett Trammell Tim McGrath Memorial Scholarship Donald Weber
Alec Curtis and Marty Hunter Scholarship Anthony Lin Kirsten Richardson Memorial Scholarship Kaitlyn Greer
National Honor Society Makayla Gomperts
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Marty Sandefer Memorial Scholarship Jade CorwinMaxwell
Something Extra Award Maria Miller
National Honor Society Makayla Gomperts Terry Rice Scholarship Annabelle Hock
Cyber Blue Scholarship Lilly Egan Hannah Justice Benjamin Owen Daniel T. Cunningham Memorial Scholarship Sui Len Par
Jerry W. Brown Scholarship Joseph Carper
James Head Scholarship Matthew Hayden
Falcon Pride Maria Miller
Margaret L. Davis Scholarship Eric Carnes FEST Scholarship Eric Carnes Joseph Carper Dominick Heyob Community Health P.R.I.D.E Award Hniang Te Chris Wainscott Lyndon Wall Award Gabriel Beasley
Band Boosters Savannah Grayson National Merit Scholarship Finalists Joseph Carper Benjamin Owen
Top Scholar Athlete Award Makayla Gomperts Tandrew Nguyen Best All-Around Athlete Savanna Pipes Luciano Salemi
Air Force Academy Appointment Kyle McKee
Naval Academy Appointment Charles Stoner
Department Awards: Art Parker Gentry Business Sajin Smith Early College Shelby Dilley E.L. Pengza Tihi English Duncan Soughan FACS Katie Jones Math Benjamin Owen Music Dominick Heyob P.E. Noel Mitchell Science Paw Paw Khima Social Studies Joseph Carper World Language: Autumn Hotopp
Senior Quotes - Top 20 - Retiring Teachers - Valedictorian & Salutatorian
Saying goodbye: Three PMHS teachers share wisdom before flying into retirement Brett Andrews
Number of years teaching: 38 years Favorite teaching memory: Sorry I do not have ‘a’ memory. Collaborating and socializing with colleagues, being able to support and mentor students, seeing the “ah ha” moments of students with not just subject matter but also with their personal life outside the classroom. Favorite part of PMHS: Comradery with colleagues. Feelings about retiring during COVID-19: It’s a bittersweet time. Lifestyle is changing, and closure to this career is happening without being able to say goodbye in person. Advice to graduating seniors: Always look for the positive. Things in life do not always go as you plan or expect. You have to be flexible and able to adjust. Focus on what you can control, don’t worry/stress over things you cannot control. “Things turn out best for those who make the best of how things turn out.”
Gary Raker
Number of years teaching: 40 years of teaching @ PMHS, 1980-2020 Favorite teaching memory: When you have taught and coached for 40 years, it is hard to narrow it down to one favorite teaching or coaching memory. My favorite memories are each time a student or athlete had success in accomplishing a goal that they had set and had worked for. These include: - Creating the Academy of Finance in our Business Department and speaking at the NAF National Convention. - College Scholarships and Admission Notifications - Attending all three of my daughters graduations here as Falcons of Perry Meridian High School. Favorite part of PMHS: My favorite part of PMHS are the people. I have worked with so many talented administrators, teachers, and students while I have taught here. Perry is more than a place to work. Once you are here, you are forever a part of the PMHS Falcon Family. It has always felt like a second home to me. Feelings about retiring during COVID-19: It has been difficult to not have the daily social interaction that we are used to here at PMHS. I feel sorry more for the seniors who missed athletic events, musicals, robotics, prom, and graduation ceremonies. It feels strange to walk out the door and retire during this pandemic, but I am grateful for the great memories of the last 40 years! Advice to graduating seniors: My advice to seniors is to remember this: Your future doesn’t lie ahead of you waiting to happen. It lies deep inside of you, waiting to be discovered. Find your passion!
Susie Schoch
Number of years teaching: Began teaching in 1980. I have 25 years in public schools, five years at IUPUI teaching Comp, and ten years being a stay-at-home mom. Favorite teaching memory: What I like best about Perry are relationships with the students. From repeater 9s to Speech to AP 12s, students have brightened my days, given me their energy, and, for the most part, cooperated well. Favorite part of PMHS: My favorite memory is when, during Mr. Schoch’s first week as a teacher at Perry, he came by my room and asked me for protocol regarding students engaging in sex in the boys bathroom. Another fave was playing the role of Penny in “You Can’t Take It With You,” and when each teacher entered on stage, the student body applauded. Feelings about retiring during COVID-19: I’m “sandbag in my throat” much of the day sad. I am always sad for a short time saying goodbye to seniors, but 2020 is one of the best groups of students I have been privileged to teach, and I am grieving no closure with them. I want my last day in class, and I want to do my happy dance when the final bell rings. I will miss being around young people. Advice to graduating seniors: Advice to seniors? “This above all, to thine own self be true.” “Strive, seek, find, and do not yield.” “Show up, listen, try to laugh,” and when necessary, be gentle with yourself.
JOE CARPER It may be hard to remember a time when he wasn’t performing on Perry’s stages, competing on its fields, or learning in its classrooms, but Joe Carper only became a Falcon as a freshman. Four years of his effort has culminated into a GPA of 4.78, the honor of being named the class of 2020’s valedictorian and the title of being an Indiana Academic All-Star. As a Falcon TV anchor, Carper was one of the first faces students see, but he could also be one of the last to leave. Varying from Creative Writing Club to the track team, he participated in numerous after school activities. Putting on a show, whether in the countless theatrical productions he’s written or been in or one of his Then and Now performances, has a fond place in Carper’s heart. “Seeing my play Neil performed at FEST,” he says of his favorite moment as a Falcon. “I was very proud of what the cast had turned my words into.” And as his teachers and friends know, the National Merit Finalist has a lot of words to say. Either channeling them into rewarding scholarship essays or using them to excitedly recount the events of “teen court” for his friends and English teachers (whom he would like to thank), his ability to express himself has proven quite useful. Continuing his education at the University of Notre Dame with a major in Philosophy, he will take with him the lessons Perry has taught him. One he’ll never forget? “It’s always worth it to care about something.”
Top of the Class
By Krissy Brzycki
For salutatorian Makayla Gomperts, a lot of hard work and dedication went into a successful high school career. With a GPA of 4.67 and a hefty resume under her belt, she is ready to take on the world outside of Perry Meridian. From the gymsasium to the music room, Gomperts has left a lasting impression of optimism and leadership on all of her peers. A member of the volleyball team for four years and a concert band performer for two, she loves to represent Perry for more than just her academics. She finds this crucial to being a Falcon. “Don’t miss out on any moment. Give it your all and you will fall in love with Perry,” she advises. Her “all” included presiding over the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and being the vice president of National Honors Society, the latter group awarding her a scholarship for her diligence. Gomperts acknowledges how the people around her are critical to making it through her loaded daily schedules. “It’s important to maintain friendships and other relationships for support and encouragement,” she says. She would like to express her gratitude to Jacqui Sheehan, Kimberly Stafford, Susie Schoch, as well as her parents and grandparents for their continuous support and love. Gomperts will be attending the University of Evansville with a double major in Biology and Spanish, with admission into the Baccalaureate to Doctor of Medicine program. Going from a Falcon to a Purple Ace, she definitely has a bright future up her sleeve.
MAKAYLA GOMPERTS
Class of 2020 Top 20
Alejandra Aguilar By Daniel Billheimer When she is not sleeping or eating, Elizabeth Bawilung participates in many activities at Perry. Since she began high school, Bawilung has been involved with National Honors Society, World Language Club, Key Club,
Eric Elijah Carnes By Gabriel Beasley Representing the last of the Carper dynasty, Joe Carper certainly leaves a legacy of his own. He led the senior class in academics as both their valedictorian and a National Merit Scholarship finalist. He has been
By Daniel Billheimer Constantly promoting activism at PMHS and in the world, Alejandra Aguilar participates in many activities within the halls of Perry. Aguilar founded the Empowering Women’s Club to create a sisterhood
and Track. Bawilung’s passion for promoting diversity and her hard work exemplify her legacy. She encourages underclassmen to recognize how quickly high school passes. “Once in a while, take out those ear-
By Bryan Aung Active, empathetic and caring, Eli Carnes has played an integral role for the class of 2020. With over 16 clubs and numerous achievements to them, Carnes was never at a shortage for school spirit.
involved in four plays and musicals, four iterations of FEST, lacrosse, Then & Now Show Choir, Teen Court, LINK Crew, track and National Honor Society. Joe accomplishes all he does because he is a dedicated and ruthless learner. He
amongst its members to support and inspire one another. She also has been involved with National Honors Society, Link Crew, school publications FOCUS, and Environmental Club. Aguilar uses her voice at Perry to fight for others that do not
buds and wave at your teachers and wish them a good day. Trust me, their smiles will hit differently one day and their day will be a little brighter,” Bawilung says. Bawilung would like to thank French teacher Jan Saylor
Talented in the fine arts, he co-founded Perry Promos and played a more-than-active role in Perry’s theatre program, participating in over 20 plays and musicals. He directed many of the plays himself. Carnes took leaderis never afraid to ask questions and admit there are things he does not know. Aside from his academic accolades, Joe is a person who genuinely cares about his life outside of school. Whether it is hanging out with his friends, attending
usually get a voice and raises awareness about many issues involving women’s rights and immigration amongst many other issues. Aguilar would like to thank Economics teacher Tim Dye and Art teacher Kalie Holdren for and math teacher Chris Allen for teaching her how to be patient, both academically and mentally. In the fall, Bawilung will attend Indiana University where she will major in biochemistry and minor in French.
ship roles in clubs, such as StuVo and Blu Crew, even acting as Vice Secretary his senior year. Carnes also participated in Mr. Falcon, reaching within the top 5 and ending in 4th place with a tie. Altogether, Carnes has proved to be a larger-than-life Teen Court, or playing guitar, he always stays busy. With his sights set on being the best he can be, Joe Carper has a bright future, and will likely share it with many.
always believing in her potential and inspiring her to think creatively. Next year, Aguilar’s desire to help others will continue at the University of Evansville where she will be majoring in International Studies.
Elizabeth Bawilung person. From FEST to Falcon TV, he has never been absent in Perry Merridian’s spotlight.
Joseph Carper
Class of 2020 Top 20
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FerdinandMcDonald By Daniel Billheimer From being president of Book Club to being nominated for Homecoming Queen, Kaitlyn Greer has been a true chameleon at Perry, getting involved in many activities. Greer has also been involved with Creative Writ-
Matthew Hayden By Gabriel Beasley Thanks to his friendships with older students, Dominick Heyob knew exactly how to make the most of high school before he stepped in the building. Heyob has been involved in Jazz
By Andrew Haggerty Lucas Ferdinand-McDonald has contributed so much to Perry Meridian by being a part of Link Crew, Mr. Falcon, FOCUS, Student voice, Rock for the Earth, FEST, and many more different school activities. ing Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Key Club, National Honors Society, and helping to start Psychology Club. Her incredible aptitude for art has literally left a mark at PMHS. “I had the amazing opportunity to
By Gabriel Beasley M a t t h e w Hayden is often the man behind the scenes: the scriptwriter, the video editor and the quiet genius. There is a disproportionate ratio of work to praise, but he prefers it that way.
Band, Teen Court, Then and Now Show Choir, Academic Team, FEST, CWC, FLOTS, the Improv Team, FTV, Link Crew, and multiple plays and musicals. On top of that, he won the title of Mr. Falcon, and led Environmental Club as a
Helping to start Perry Promos, Ferdinand-McDonald has kept his eye on the spotlight to spread school spirit. Ferdinand-McDonald says that Mr. Falcon was the moment where he realized he had “made it” so to speak, and work on the mural in the English hallway, paint the Sistine Chapel ceiling for Homecoming as a junior, and design the school’s ALL IN logo as a senior. I love this school and I love to create,” Greer says. Greer would like to thank Social Stud-
He has been involved in CWC, Robotics, Academic Team, Environmental Club, Musical Pit Orchestras, National Honors Society, Teen Court, and Math League. He won the James Head award for his contributions to the Academic co-president. Heyob’s contributions to the school are hard to tally; He is generally known in all he does for being a thoughtful, quiet leader. He relishes building up those around him and bringing the best out of his peers. He leads
that meeting and growing closer with so many people was an experience that changed his life. Ferdinand-McDonald wants to be remembered as someone who loves the people of Perry, and hopes his impact is positive and helps ies teacher Ryan Teverbaugh and English teacher Jacqui Sheehan for cheering her up and cheering her on during her time at Perry. Her multitude of talents will follow her to Purdue where she will major in Clinical Psychology
Team. What makes Hayden shine is his raw intelligence. He breezes through every class and subject, and achieves an understanding deeper than most. He’s an excellent learner in all facets of life, and he’s a well-rounded
when he’s needed, and cheers humbly from the sidelines when it’s not his turn on stage. Heyob finds himself in the spotlight not because he wants to be there, but because he has to be there. And for all he’s done, it’s right where he belongs.
people to realize that they don’t need to be afraid to branch out of their comfort zone. In the fall, Ferdinand-McDonald will be attending Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis.
Kaitlyn Greer student and person by result. Hayden has accomplished all he has because he always thinks about and analyzes everything around him. He is a true Renaissance man, and his future should be watched with bated breath.
Dominick Heyob
Class of 2020 Top 20
Addison Hofer By Bryan Aung Nun Za Lian has been involved in 13 clubs and has earned 5 awards throughout his journey as a Falcon. Since sixth grade, Lian has also been greatly involved in orchestra, falling in love with music at an early age. As a
Maria Miller By Gabriel Beasley Sui Len Par, a first-generation immigrant from Myanmar, has faced more hardships than the average Perry student. Despite her rough transition to the United States, she has excelled in
By Bryan Aung Addison Hofer has been involved in over a dozen clubs and is responsible for many of the clubs creative works. With a keen eye for design, Hofer acted as the team artist for CWC and also
violinist, Lian earned a gold rating for two years in a row, earning the title of “most valuable player” his sophomore year and eventually making his way up to the higher orchestra ensembles as a junior. Lian also participates in student
By Bryan Aung Maria Miller, recipient of the esteemed Something Extra Award, has been a dedicated Falcon since the beginning, committed to six clubs all four years. Working her way up STUVO, she acted as class presi-
academics and has done much for her community. She has been involved in World Languages Club, National Honors Society, Junior Varsity Falconettes, the Burmese American Community Institute UCP, the Chin Youth
played a role in the hallway decoration contest. Furthermore, Hofer put her talents to use in Perry’s musical arts program, reaching the role of section leader in choir. Though it was not easy balancing
leadership clubs, including Student Voice, Key Club, and FLOTS. Lian was elected as Key Club president his junior year and became lieutenant governor his senior year. Throughout his summers, Lian counseled in FLOTS,
dent for nearly three years in a row. Along with participating as a camp counselor in FLOTS, Miller has never lacked strong leadership skills. Miller also participates in the fine arts, being in Choir, Falconettes and theatre all four years. In
Organization of North America, the Chin Community of Indiana and the Mayor’s Youth Leadership council, as well as being an international ambassador. Sui is always looking to better the lives of those around her and her own, and
her time, Hofer admits that she was proud to be a part of it all. “It was truly exhausting physically and mentally,” she says. “But looking back on everything I’ve accomplished, I
soulfully leading the younger generations and with it, future Falcons. With his involvement in almost every club Perry has to offer, Lian has no doubt made an eternal mark on the school.
Perry’s theatre program, Miller participated in all the fall and spring musicals and acted in FEST for two years. And to top off her impeccable portfolio, Maria Miller has been a part of National Honor Society, letting her skills shine as she volun-
she is accustomed to working hard to make headway on difficult tasks. Her story is one of victory over adversity, and while the difficulties may never cease, neither will her successes.
wouldn’t change it for anything.”
Nun Za Lian teered in numerous events. There is no doubt Miller’s torch of persistence and Falcon spirit will carry on into the future, helping her pave a path for success.
Sui Len Par
Class of 2020 Top 20
Chloe Rodgers By Andrew Haggerty In his four years at PMHS, Luciano Salemi was male athlete of the year for 2 years, academic all-state, all-conference, all-district, and was a part of FLOTS. Salemi’s favorite
Arnima Singh By Gabriel Beasley It is no surprise to see Duncan Soughan on this list, considering he is well-liked by staff and students alike for all the right reasons. He is a fantastic student, always looking to learn a little more than is required.
By Andrew Haggerty Along with being ranked 36th in her class and helping to create the Jr. Falconettes dance team, Chloe Rodgers was involved in Varsity Falconettes, Then & Now choir, Falcon TV, FCA, World Language memory was beating Center Grove in sectionals, and running to the student section to celebrate. He says that being put in a key position on the soccer field helped him learn to bring people together, and By Daniel Billheimer During her time at Perry, Arnima Singh has been involved with Creative Writing Club, Environmental Club, Blue Crew, Key Club, National Honors Society, FLOTS, and Link Crew. Singh also helped start and colead the Psychology
He has been involved in the Academic Team, Environmental Club, Link Crew, Then and Now Show Choir, Blue Crew, many theater productions, StuVo and Teen Court. He also served as the president of CWC. Soughan’s years at Perry Meridian
Club, Best Buddies, 10 different theater productions, FLOTS, Link Crew, National Honor Society, R4TE, and homecoming activities. Rodgers would like to be remembered as someone who was all in, who focus on one uniform goal. Luciano wants to be remembered as someone who helped create success on and off the field, as well as someone who could always be counted on. Club. Singh’s positive attitude and dedication to her classes and extracurriculars radiate throughout the halls of PMHS. She advises underclassmen to be responsible. “Learn to manage your time wisely, especially if you
can be described as a beautiful case of identity moratorium. The amount of personal growth he has shown in just four years is enviable. He is always enjoyable to be around, and his offerings in classrooms and conversations are always well-thought-
tried to be involved in every part of Perry Meridian. Her favorite memory at Perry was the senior homecoming hallway, when the teachers got to the end, and the class of 2020 sang about how im-
portant PMHS is to them. Rodgers will be attending Indiana University, where she will be apart of the Redsteppers dance team.
In the fall Salemi will be attending Lake Erie College.
Luciano Salemi are involved in many things. Finding a balance between your extracurriculars and academics really ensures you enjoy your high school experience,” Singh states. Singh would like to thank English teacher Jacqui Sheehan and Social Studies teacher Ryan Te-
out and effective. He is always looking to the world for more to learn and experience, and in return, he gives his gifts to those around him. Soughan sees the world with fresh eyes, and his thoughts and opinions are always worth hearing.
verbaugh for their continued support throughout high school. Her passion for knowledge and compassion for others will continue to fuel her as she attends IUPUI in the fall to major in Biology and minor Psychology and Spanish.
Duncan Soughan
Class of 2020 Top 20
Sajin Smith By Andrew Haggerty During his time at Perry Meridian, Chas Stoner has not only been a part of National Honor Society, Mr. Falcon, Track and Field, Lacrosse, Cross Country, and Link Crew, he was also the leader in
Conner Woods By Daniel Billheimer Valerie York’s immense intelligence and dedication has left a mark on many aspects at Perry. From being concertmaster and section leader in the Chamber Orchestra to being a part of
By Bryan Aung Sajin Smith, a Wall of Fame inductee, has played an active role in Perry Meridian’s varsity tennis program during all four years as a student. Though not joining many other clubs, Smith used this as
building the senior patio pergola. Stoner wants to be remembered as someone who always tried new things with confidence and excitement; he was always looking for new things to try in order to broaden his By Andrew Haggerty Conner Woods left his mark on Perry Meridian by being involved in FLOTS, FEST, Mr. Falcon, Student Athletic training, homecoming competitions, and varsity baseball. Woods has many fond memories at the pit for some of the musicals, York has immersed herself in what Perry has to offer. In the past 4 years she has also been involved with Varsity Tennis, National Honors Society, Creative Writing Club, Link Crew, Environmental Club,
a strength to focus all of his energy on tennis. In doing so, Smith has received a full ride scholarship to Ball State as well as reaching number one in the Mid-State championships. Smith has also earned respectable positions in the state
horizons. Stoner thanks English teacher Jessica Hunter for helping him whenever he needed it, and says that Perry taught him to ask others for help, because nobody succeeds alone. Stoner will be
PMHS, but his favorites were playing at Victory Field, singing at PB&J, and performing at Mr. Falcon. He says that although these were truly wonderful moments that he will cherish, there are so many more memories that could be and Key Club. York also co-lead the Psychology Club. York’s dedication to her classwork allowed her to take 12 AP classes and help others within the class. York would like to thank science teacher Andy
finals for three years in a row, including a state runner-up finish his senior year. along with earning All-District honors since his freshman year. Since his first steps in Perry’s halls, Smith has been the de-facto participant
in the tennis program and his athletic spirit continues to shine.
attending the United States Naval Academy to further his education.
Charles Stoner mentioned. Woods feels that he has grown his self-confidence and well-roundedness at Perry Meridian, and that he wouldn’t be the same person without the opportunities and people at Perry. In the fall, Woods Sebold and math teacher Chris Allen for their knowledge and help that they bestowed upon her. Her intelligence, and humble attitude will follow her to Purdue University where she plans to major in Aerospace Engineering.
will be majoring in biochemistry at North Park University in Chicago
Valerie York
STUCK AT HOME Seniors find ways to occupy newfound free time by Alejandra Aguilar
Nun Za Lian
As the stay at home order is encouraged, Lian spends his time playing lots of games: Minecraft and Mobile Legends. He also is on FaceTime or
Shelby Dilley
Dilley has discovered during quarantine that she really likes planting flowers, specifically sunflowers and lilies. She has also enjoyed the
video call with friends a lot since they can’t see each other in person. B e t w e e n games, sleeping, homework, and eating, gaming and sleeping took most of his time as
process of seeing them grow. “I’ve been taking pictures every day of the growth progress, so it’s really cool to watch,” she says. Besides spending her time planting,
he couldn’t find motivation to do any sort of school work. “These activities were ways for me to kind of just forget everything that was happening, and they were quite effective at
she shares her time working at Uncle Bill’s Pet Store three days a week. “I guess I’m lucky I still get to work somewhat,” she says. “I try to stay safe and always wash my
doing that.” Beyond senior year, Lian encourages other seniors to hang in there and to realize that life’s just now starting. “If we’re starting this low then I’m sure the only way
hands and keep distance. Work had been a way to get out of the house for a while.” Recently, she purchased a baby scarlet macaw, which she felt was very nerve wracking
would be up,” he says. “Don’t forget that we still have the rest of our lives to live so don’t dwell in the past could haves and should haves for too long. Stay healthy and have fun in college!”
because it takes a lot of money and responsibility to properly take care of. “Even though I am nervous I am ready to take in another member to my family,” she says.
Karsor Dennis Dennis began his quarantine taking things slow and enjoying every day as it went. Although e-learning took place, Dennis found it hard to have
energy and stay motivated, but after a while, he started to get adjusted to the new normal. In his free time, Dennis enjoys going on runs, painting and spending time
During the pandemic, Cruz has spent her time doing things to distract her, like going on runs early in the morning. Other activities include drawing and painting. Her mother bought her color
next door neighbor got her acrylic paint. She has also enjoyed spending time on the phone, keeping in touch with her family members and friends, since she has more time now. Finally, she
tice and express her creativity through makeup. “There was one makeup look that I had fun with, which was butterfly eye makeup,” she says. “It took a lot of concentration, which was slightly difficult but I
During quarantine, he has been spending time with his siblings by playing soccer outside and playing board games with them. Apart from being outdoors with his family, Vargas has been spending some time at his fam-
enjoys helping out there, it has required him to balance his school work, but he’s still grateful business hasn’t slowed down. “I have been working more because of the pandemic, but I don’t mind it,” he says. “I’m
ing the best it can during the pandemic and that my family is safe.”
with fami ly. “I’ve also spent time making dumb tik toks.”
Stephany Cruz pencils, and her liked to prac-
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was a b l e to pull through, and I was happy with the outcome.”
“Don’t forget that we still have the rest of our lives to live.”
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Kali Adams “The belonging you seek is not behind you...it is ahead.” - Maz Kanata
Felicity Allen “During your life, never stop dreaming. No one can take away your dreams” -Tupac Shakur
April Adams Sarah Andresen “I learned that “Ya Basic!” from the pizza - Eleanor man” Shellstrop -Castiel Chance Alejandra Aguilar Arboneaux “Pies, para qué “If you can’t tan los quiero si tengo with the big boys, alas para volar” don’t even bother - Frida Kahlo showing up at all.” -James Diamond Sergio AguilarVargas Mariela Arteaga “If you can’t “Those who fly then run, if dream by day you can’t run then are cognizant of walk, if you can’t many things which walk then crawl, escape those who but whatever you dream only by do you have to night” keep moving for-Edgar Allen Poe ward.” - Martin Luther Hannah Bargue King Jr. “It’s OK to let other people help Foluke Ajiboye you. All you have “. . . and that’s to do is let them. on PERIOD” There’s no shame -Rickey Thompson in asking for help. You are not alone.” Jake Akers - Mr. Teverbaugh “I regret nothing. The end.” Haylie Barker -Ron Swanson “You are what you think; you become what you believe; you turn out to be what you have always been.” -Matshona Dhilwayo
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Elizabeth Bawilung “I wanna say something, but I don’t know what to say” -Helen Iang
Collin Bayles “We treat strangers like friends, and friends like family.” -Bob Evans Gabriel Beasley “The road is long; the road is dark.” -Alex S.F. Marshall
Danny Billheimer “Don’t be a drag. Just be a queen.” -Lady Gaga
Elizabeth Brown “Almost everything, all external expectations, all pride, all of embarrassment or failure, these things just fall away in the face of death, leaving only what is truly important.” -Steve Jobs
Eli Carnes “So...when does senior year start?
Josh Burns “I don’t now what I’m doing, but I know I’m doing it really, really well.” -Andy Dwyer
Marco Carrillo Bernal “Life sucks, and then you die” -Cook
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Karlissa Carpenter “I like saying ‘no’. It lowers their enthusiasm.” -Ron Swanson
Zack Bunnell “You nemaJoe Carper tode.” “Think of the -Charles Stoner munchkins, Tiffney.” Asia Burgett -The Lore “People are Dying today that have Haley Carr never died before.” “Yea!!” -Donald Trump -Key Glock
Carley Bond “I drive a big ‘ol truck jacked all the way up...” -Hosier Rosylin Ca Hnem Par Tanner Boston “A woman’s “We ain’t got heart should be so time.” close to God that a -Cash Carti man should have to chase Him to Vaughn Bowser find her.” “Be authentic.” -C. S. Lewis -Coach Bryson Davis-Johnson Maddie Cannon “Everything Mason Brickley will be fine in the “To Infinity end. And if it isn’t, And Beyond” it’s not the end -Buzz Lightyear yet.” -Rick and Morty
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Asa Cason “The man you’re becoming will cost you people, relationships, spaces, and material things. Choose him over everything.” -Lil Duval
Bawi Sang Ceu “Carpe Diem” -Horace
Wonny Chang “Thank you everyone who gave me unforgettable memory. Every moment was happy and I won’t forget the time I spent with you.” -My experience
Sophia Clark “Seniors it is time to put the past in the past and move forward in the future that is out there for all of us so grow up and catch your bright future and don’t let it go.” -Sophia Clark
Floricel Cuchcatla Telez “If you’re already late, take your time. You can’t be late twice.” -Unknown
Madison Dyer Vince Fox “Don’t get so “I can do this busy making a liv- all day” ing that you forget -Captain America to make a life.” -Dolly Parton Oswaldo Gil-Ceja “The Office, Lily Egan season 7, episode Tori Dearth “Ohana means 22, minute 29:43” “I know what family. Family -The Office things are.” means nobody Rebecca Chin -Andy Dwyer gets left behind or Charu Girivasan “Act when you forgotten.” “Nothing see something” Colin Clayton Karsor Dennis -Lilo and Stitch behind me, every-Mrs. Schoch “Someone hop “The Inner thing ahead of me, on Warzone, I need Machinations of Madisen Elliott as is ever so on the Rem Chin a fourth.” my “She has fire in road.” “God gave you a -CClayton17 mind are an enigher soul and grace -Jack Kerouac gift of 86,400 secma.” in her heart” onds today, have Ethan Cooley -Patrick Star -Lauren Paulyna you used one to “If Christianity Cottingham Gorgievski say Thank You??” was something we Rusia Donacien “Kick Rocks” -William Ward were making up, “Grabbing what Alexis Ellis -Paul Gorgievski of course we could is not yours : Nev“Woke up from Felesia Cin make it easier. But er feels right” a nap, still ugly.” Savannah “I am disgustit is not.” -Family -Andrew Haggerty Grayson ed. I am revolted. I -C.S. Lewis “Your boos dedicated 12 years Khristina Dorkas Reagan Eversole mean nothing. I’ve of my life to the Brandon Corliss “Live as if you “If you’re good seen what makes public school sys“I just want were to die toat something, nev- you cheer.” tem and this is the people to be the morrow. Learn as er do it for free.” -Rick Sanchez thanks I get?!” best thems and live if you were to live -Heath Ledger -TikTok the happiest lives forever.” Brooke possible.” -Mahatma Gandhi Lucas Ferdinand- Greenwood Ni Tha Cin -Kanye West Mcdonald “This wasn’t “Keep your Belinda Downer “Just a giggly guy.” like High School heart with all Jade Corwin-Max“Failure should -Logan Willing Musical at all.” vigilance, for from well be our teacher, not -Myself it flow the springs “Your imagina- our undertaker, Evan Ferguson of life.” tion is your preFailure Is a delay, “I used to be -Proverbs 4:23 view of life’s comnot defeat, it is a atheist until I realing attractions.” temporary detour ized I am god.” Nei Cing -Albert Einstein not a dead-end. -Unknown “Work hard, be -Denis Waitley kind and amazing Stephany Cruz Dade Fogleman things will hap“Which part of Sierra Durbin “We learn the pen.” the Middle East are “Stars can’t rules so we can –Conan O’Brien you from?” shine without bend and break -Everyone darkness.” them.” -D.H. Sidebottom -Christina Crawford
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Kaitlyn Greer “People have to talk about something just to keep their voice boxes in working order so they’ll have good voice boxes in case there’s ever anything really meaningful to say.” -Kurt Vonnegut
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Bradley Harrison “Everything negative- pressure, challenges- is all an opportunity for me to rise.” -Kobe Bryant
Justin Henry “Things may not always go as planned, but they will always end up as they should.” -Unknown
Madison Hernandez “Me? Graduating? You’re lyinggg, lemme see.” -@adamrayokay
Dominick Heyob “I AM SPARTACUS!” -Guy Patterson
Isaac Hnin Allyson Haver “Are you from “Everyone has Malibu? Cause I’m tea, and I’m only trying to make you one person. I can’t my-lil-boo.” sip it all!” -@kaib_nav -Shane Dawson Annabelle Hock Matthew Hayden “Life is worth “Et ignōtās living as long as animum dīmittit in there’s a laugh in artēs.” it.” -Ovid -Anne of Green Gables Alexis Hearrell Addison Hofer “Y’all will miss “In the end, me like I miss my we’ll all become tooth” stories.” -Me -Margaret Atwood Allen Henderson “Don’t beg for it, earn it. Do it, and you’ll be rewarded.” -Renton Thurston
Yatta Hoff “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything” -George Bernard Shaw
Cataira Holloway Ethan Hunt “Well that was “I haven’t a piece of cake” shown my hand -Labyrinth - I’ve shown one card. I’ve given my Damien Holloway enemies a single, “Listen... Progprovocative datum ress sounds like upon which to the rhythm of fixate. They have change, with our no idea what other makers step becards I’m holding. yond with every It’s a strong hand, move that we believe me - I dealt make. Stronger it to myself.” than ever we raise -Robert House the bar of perfection, so live the Megan Hurst difference to make “Click to walk a better world. across stage” Cause its a drum -Miss Rona jungle out there and there’s a storm Siang Iang is coming on.” “I don’t know -RCC 2018 “Listen” how I graduated either, if you ask Katie Homan me.” “So what if I’m -Friend crazy? The best people are.” Emali Iang -Melanie Martinez “We must not allow other peoKayla Hood ple’s limited per“Find happiceptions to define ness where the sun us.” shines.” -Virginia Satir -Unknown Etini Inyang Tyler Hull “Quarantine re“People don’t ally said ‘no cap.’” think it be like it -Class of 2020 be, but it do” -T-Pain Sam Jackson “We are, each of us, a multitude. Within us is a little universe.” -Carl Sagan
Isaac Jones “Bare hand job” -Coach Latimer Katie Jones “Cause you never think that the last time is the last time. You think there will be more. You think you have forever, but you don’t. -Meredith Grey Noah June “They probably won’t cancel school.” -Dana Dillman
Hannah Justice “Speak less than you know; have more than you show.” -William Shakespeare
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May Kawm “Wherever life plants you, bloom with grace.” -Unknown
Maddie Keevers “We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.” -Chief Keef Kara Kenzig “Through space and time, I never had a year like this!!!!” -Dr. Who
Pawpaw Khima “If something’s hard to do, then what’s the point?!” -Homer Simpson Aaron Kile “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.” -Acts 4:12
Siang Lal “I love deadlines. I love the wooshing noise they make as they go by.” -Douglas Adams Logan LaVigne “If you like water, you already like 72% of me.” -Will Ferrell
Sunday Li “Be you. Be all in. Fall, rise, and try again.” -Unknown
Sam Lian “What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others and the world remains and is immortal.” -Albert Pine
Anthony Lin “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” -C.S. Lewis
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Claire Marlatt “I sing a song of myself, as others have done before me, but none have sung a song quite like this because this one is mine, and there will never be any like me.” -Walt Whitman
Lizzy Mabry “Sissy, do mosquitoes eat toys?” Elizabeth Marti-My little nez Lal Lawm brother “Treat People “Not every Stoney Lian With Kindness!” Aidan King problem can be “I stay going Nora Macias -Harry Styles “This is stupid.” solved with money. so fast, I ain’t “I am a part of -Any student But most probgon’ snap on the all that I have met.” Mariela Martinez lems...can be.” breaks” -Alfred Lord Ten“Wherever you Tibasaga Kobug-Manga -Ching nyson go, go with all your abe heart.” “If you can’t Nathan Layman Van Tha Bik Lian Malia Manalo -Confucius fly, then run. If “Everyone has “Give, even if “If life shuts a you can’t run, then a plan ‘till they get you only have a door, open it again. Rosibeth Martiwalk. If you can’t punched in the little. It’s a door. That’s nezwalk, then crawl, mouth.” -Buddha how they work.” Casanova but by all means, -Mike Tyson -Unknown “Oh yes, the keep moving.” Nun Za Lian past can hurt. But -Martin Luther Chloe Lee “Needless to Sam Manzi the way I see it, King Jr. “You can’t stop say, even 5 layers “Goodbye you can either run the change any of Nike’s socks do everyone, I’ll refrom it or learn David Korvah more than you can not prevent promember you all in from it.” “I wumbo, you stop the suns from crastination.” therapy.” -Rafiki wumbo, he she we setting.” -Lai Paza -Plankton wumbo.” -Shmi Skywalker Alexis Matthews -Patrick Star Robert Lian Bonnie Marcelo “The Office, Lauren Leffler “It is finished” “When you’re season four, epiChan Lal “I understand -Jesus accustomed to sode four 29:35” “Hateful to nothing.” privilege, equality -The Office me as the gates of -Micheal Scott Van Cer Lian feels like oppresHades is that man “There are no sion.” Jacob Mattingly who hides one Lal Len secrets to success. -The Oppressed “Veni, Vidi, thing in his heart “Ur mom.” It is the result of Vici.” and speaks anoth-James Webb preparation, hard -Julius Caesar er.” work, and learning -Homer from failure.” -Colin Powell
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Van Mawi Lila McIntyre “Strive not to “Sie ist der be a success, but hellste Stern von rather to be of allen.” value.” -Rammstein -Albert Einstein Charity Merrell Robert Mawi “I thought high“We didn’t real- school was bad... ize we were makand then came ing memories, we corona.” just knew we were -HatsuneIsHere having fun.” -Winnie the Pooh Kelsi Miller “Think big and Ruby Mawi don’t listen to peo“Hard work ple who tell you it will never betray can’t be done. Life you.” is to short to think -Kim Tae Hyung small.” -Tim Ferriss Marissa Maxey “The way I see Maria Miller it, you should live “There is notheveryday like it’s ing we can’t do your birthday.” if we work hard, -Paris Hilton never sleep, and shrink all other Chloe Maxey responsibilities in “I used to think our lives. this was the lamest -Leslie Knope thing on earth, and maybe it is. But Jonah Mitchell we’re all here for “When life the same reason: gives you lemons? we wanna be good Don’t make lemat something.” onade. Make life -Finn Hudson take the lemons back! Demand to Jaila Mcclain see life’s manag“Unity is what er! Make life rue we are afraid of so the day it thought fear is insanity, lets it could give you love each other.” lemons!” -Christopher -Cave Johnson Brown
Aarin Montgomery “Listen I’m the baddest in the school, the baddest in the game. Excuse me honey but nobody’s in my lane -Nicki Minaj
Alex Moore “It’s an honor to tell you that Liberty Mutual customizes your car insurance, so you only pay for what you need” -Doug
Carli Moriarty “Did you ever know that you’re my hero? -Nate Epple & Shelby Thein Sierra Muehl “I’m gonna wake up and keep trying to do good and so are you and nobody gets to vote on that.” -Justin McElroy
Lyndsay Mulcahy “Stop and take your time to notice things and make those things you notice matter.” -Cecelia Ahern
NO Grace Nash “There’s a silly goose in all of us. Now, spread your wings and fly.” -@CaucasianJames
Estefani Olguin “It matters not what you’ve done, but what you do with what you’ve done, for others.” -Noah Centineo
Tandrew Nguyen “Wait, wait, Isabella Orrick wait, wait, wait.” “I knew you -Chris Washington could do it. You practiced so much Sung Nichin and put the time “Happiness is and exercise in and not something you you did it. I always have to achieve, believed in you.” you can still feel -Mr. Vierling happy during the process of achievBen Owen ing something” “You can do any-Kim Namjoon thing.” -Bojan Bogdanovic Hope Nichols “Keep moving Aidan Palmer forward, opening “Life throws new doors, and you curve balls” doing new things... -Poe your curiosity will lead you down the Cami Papeo path of success.” “The magic will -Walt Disney be to enjoy the road.” Lal Nunpuia -Cesare Cremonini “Never sleep during class’’ Far Par -Unknown “Be sure to spend time with Luke Nye your parents while “I was lowkey you can, because accepted into Yale; one day when you I just didn’t have look up from your the cameras on” busy life, they -FlightReacts won’t be there anymore!” -Unknown
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Glory Par “The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.” -Aristotle
Alicia Par “It’s... hard... waking...up...everyday...and... still... be...soooo...ugly...” -TikTok
Bawi H Par “Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes.” -Psalm 37:7
Sui Hlei Par “Anyone can Mangtin Par give you attention “What, then, and compliments shall we say in but someone who response to these loves you will give things? If God is you that respect, for us, who can be honesty, trust, and against us?” loyalty.” -Romans 8:21 -Charles Orlando
Arath Perez Mendoza “Si no es de mi, nada espero.” -Herencia de Patrones Quinton Perry “If life just got a little bit harder, that probably means you just leveled up.” -Muhammad Ali
Savanna Pipes “Unlock your happiness and live for forever” -Lil Yachty
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Pamela Ramirez “Toma de la vida todo lo que te dé, sea lo que sea, siempre que te interese y te pueda dar cierto placer.” -Diego Rivera Brianna Reid “I knew I should have stayed home today.” -Magic School Bus Lizzie Richardson “I guess I’ve been working so hard, I forgot what it’s like to be hardly working.” -Michael Scott
Maya Pluntz “I stopped Mary Par Ruby Par caring a long time “Yet, in all these “You can’t give ago.” Bailey Riddle things we are more up. Is that what a -Creed Bratton “For legal reathan conquerors dinosaur would sons that’s a joke” through Him who do?” Damon Proffitt -Felix Kjellberg loved us.” -Joey Tribbiani “I’m not great -Romans 8:37 at the advice. Can Jalen Roberts Taylor Parks I interest you in Kasaro Siang Par “Don’t put anya sarcastic com-Oswin Ortiz “Every strugthing stupid as ment?” gle in your life has your senior quote!” -Chandler Bing Chloe Rodgers shaped you into -My parents “The only time the person you are Diana Pyle I set the bar low is today. Be thankful Khei Paw “I did meet for limbo.” for the hard times, “Education is some of the most -Michael Scott they can only make the passport to the insufferable peoyou stronger.” future, for tomorple. But, they also Bethzaida Roman -Keanu Reeves row belongs to met me.” “Acuerdate de those who prepare -Shane Madej tu Creador en los for it today.” dias de tu juven–Malcolm X tud, antes que vengan los dias malos, y lleguen los años de los cuales digas: No tengo en ellos contentamiento.” -Eclesiastes 12:1
Brandon Romano “The most important moment of your life is right now.” -Jake Banwart
Alicia Rosales “We accept the love we think we deserve.” -Stephen Chbosky Connor Rowell “I live my life by the book, ... do you?” -Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
Ashley Russell “Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.” -Albert Einstein
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Luciano Salemi “Hard work pays off.” -Jake Banwart
Aleseia Sanders “No matter what, always be motivated to reach the goals you deserve and strive to be better and do better than what you think you are capable of.” -My mother Kayla Sanders “If not now, then when?” -Tracy Chapman
Olivia Sandoval “A day without laughter is a day wasted.” -Charlie Chaplin
Thawng Sang “I’m so glad I learned about parallelograms instead of how to do taxes. It’s really handy this parallelogram season.” -My best friend
Arnima Singh “I am very small and I have no money. So you can imagine the kind of stress that I am under.” -John Mulaney
Keith Soruco Zachary Su “I became “Come on” insane, with long -Guy who looked intervals of horrilike Thor watching ble sanity.” me -Edgar Allan Poe squat at the gym
Duncan Soughan “I urge you to Nate Skirvin please notice when “Shut your you are happy, and filthy mouth you exclaim or murstinkin 12 year mur or think at olds.” some point, “If this -Paul Toler isn’t nice, I don’t know what is.” Thang Sathing Cara Slaubaugh -Kurt Vonnegut “Make life bet“It’ll get done ter with a little bit eventually. “ Nathaniel Soyster of honey.” -Cara Slaubaugh “Embrace the -Thang Sathing suck.” Marissa Smiley -U.S. Navy Seals Michael Scaggs “Welp looks “Let’s play like it’s about time Lillian Speedy some 24.” for me to be hit“‘Cause if I -Chris Allen ting thee old dusty don’t share the trail...meep.” wealth, then how Kayla Schaefer -Gertrude are we supposed “Sometimes to grow?” you will never Saw Solomon -Drake know the value of “Nothing willl a moment until it work unless you Abby Stanish becomes a memdo.” “Forget the ory.” -Maya Angelou pain, mock the -Dr Suess pain, reduce it. Robert Sorsor And laugh.” Robby Simms “Never forget -Jim Carrey (Cups hands) what you are, for “YOUR LIFE IS IN surely the world Chas Stoner MY HANDS!!!” will not. Make it “You cannot -My elementary your strength. paddle the boat school bus driver, Then it can never alone. Find someMs.Lane be your weakness. one to share your Armor yourself in life with. Make as it, and it will never many friends as be used to hurt possible, and never you.” forget that your -Tyrion Lannister success depends on others.” -Adm. McRaven
Danae Suarez “Keep moving forward” -Meet the Robinsons Evelynn Sui “Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.” -Oprah Winfrey
Mercy Sung “That it will never come again is what makes life so sweet.” -Emily Dickinson Ianglen Sung “Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see” -Mark Twain
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Hniang Te “The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.” -Anthony Robbins
Phiar Thang “The best of us develop later. In Ngun Sui high School I was “It is what it is.” an idiot” -David Coulthard -Anthony Hopkins Ducky Sui “We repeat what we don’t repair.” -Christine LangleyObaugh
Joseph Thang “God never said that the journey would be easy, but He did say that the arrival would be worthwhile.” Max Lucado
Rebecca Suithaiang “If you get Rabi Thang tired, learn to rest, “Hard work not to quit.” beats talent when -Banksy talent fails to work hard.” Par Sung -Kevin Durant “At the end of the day, His plans are always bigger and better.” -The Holy Bible
Aeden Tharpe “If my answers frighten you, then you should cease asking scary questions.” -Jules Winnfield
Max Uk “Everything in this world is temporary, only God is eternal.” -Unknown
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Nuvia Valente “No matter where you’re from, your dreams are DJ Weber valid” “Yessirrr.” -Lupita Nyong’o -The streets
Maria Thiang “If you cannot do great things, do small things in a great way.” -Napoleon Hill
Brett Trammell “The plaque for the alternates is down in the ladies room.” -Top Gun
Cendy Trejo “Do you think I’m smart? No, I just know how to look up answers.” -Anthony Lin, doing AP Physics homework
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Ayanna Webb “It’s a life’s journey of finding ourselves, finding our power, and living for yourself, not for everyone else.” -Mariska Hargitay
Van Cun Uk “If you love life, don’t waste time, for time is what life is made up of” -Bruce Lee
Chyler Van Rhoon Adler Wessel “Anything Mad“Win or lose, ison Dingess has hit the snooze.” ever said.” -Jeremy Elbertson -Madison Dingess Savannah Whitaker Sui Vang “Long live the “Don’t compare rose that grew yourself with any- from concrete one in this world, if when no one else you do so, you are cared.” insulting yourself.” -Tupac Shakur -Unknown Savanah Sonia VenturaWildauer Mendoza “My favorite “Just had Jesus hypocrite is myas a midnight self.” snack -Unknown -Brian Guerra Conner Woods Kevin Waggoner “Work smarter, “Can’t is the not harder.” cancer of happen.” -Unknown -Charlie Sheen Mason Wooton Mary Warlo “Sometimes “I have no idea you will never what I’m doing, know the value of but I know I’m do- a moment, until it ing it really really becomes a memwell.” ory.” -Andy Dwyer -Dr. Seuss
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Van Uk “You have fight to reach your dream. You have to sacrifice and work hard for it” -Lionel Messi
Valerie York “Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” -Carl Sagan Emily Zimmerman “God takes things out of your life for a reason so, peace out high school.” -Unknown
Jenny Zual “If your dreams aren’t scaring you, you are not dreaming big enough.” -Liv and Maddie
Brittany Zweck “Idiot.” -Roger
Thanks for the great year,,,