Senior Quotes

The formative years of high school have ups and downs with a variety of classes and experiences but the one thing that stays with the graduates is the relationships they form. Read what peers and teachers have to say about the graduating seniors.

GEORGIA AVERY

“Being around Georgia makes me feel safe. I could spontaneously regress into a baby and she’d handle it wonderfully. Maybe it’s her sheer maturity, maybe it’s her nurturing mom instinct, both of which will earn her many visits from ailing animals once she ventures into the veterinary world. I just hope this noble career leaves her enough time to hang out with old friends like me.” - Elizabeth Bisno

CONLEY BALL

“He’s a great person to be around: always ready to study and help out, but always ready to enjoy a joke and laugh.” - Nic Richmond

ALEX BATES

“All I can say about that creature is that he is one of kind.” - Devin Hernandez

ROBBIE BROWN

“Knowing Robbie the last 16 years has been an exciting thrill of humor and short jokes. While growing up being friends with him I’ve seen him develop into a confident, generous and charismatic individual. I am very thankful to have known him for all this time and am glad to call my closest friend.” - Finn Walker

ELIZABETH BISNO

“Elizabeth, you truly are the change you wish to see in the world. You love Mother Earth and will defend her fiercely. Life on this planet is dear to you in all its diversity -- and you, its champion. I see you as a 21st-century Joan of Arc, a heroine with a heart of gold. Always curious about new cultures and human psychology, you approach both the texts and situations with a mind of an anthropologist. No matter your calling, you will build bridges into a better, brighter future!” - Ms. Hill

ZACK BOYLE

“Zack seems to have a natural talent for almost everything. He’s creative and determined, but most importantly, throughout the six years I’ve known him, he’s been my closest friend.” - Conley Ball

LUCAS CHEN

“Lucas has embraced and overcome numerous challenges in this foreign land with bravery and perseverance. My high school career would have been much more insipid and difficult without his camaraderie, dinner parties, odd imaginations and daily doses of wit.” - Violet Zhou

BRANDO CAIRONE

“Brando is a very kind friend, he always has something interesting to talk about and he is someone I enjoy being around.” - Zane Zemeckis

ARABELLA CAIRONE

“When I met Bella in middle school, my first thought was, “She is definitely cool!” Turns out I was very right. I’m so grateful to have Bella as a friend.” - Jillian Lin

NAFISAH FATHIMA

“Someone who is always there to make sure you’re OK, on track and feel loved. We weren’t friends at first sight, but now I can call her one of my closest friends.” - Taylor Smith

DAISY FINEFROCK

“I find it crazy that I’ve only known Daisy for five years—I am so incredibly lucky to have found a best friend that I can spend all my time with and rarely get sick of. The last four years were a blur of mini-road trips, late night adventures and our favorite activity: getting food together. That’s what I’m going to miss most about High School.” - Phoebe Stein

ANNIE GABLER

“How do you describe a limitededition coveted dead stock 90s vintage Y2K funky, psychedelic-print butterfly? You can’t—a rare find.” - Sophia Webster

ST. JOHN GERRITY

“St. John is a smart lad and a great friend. He is very understanding and has a vast knowledge of Asian communist regimes.” - Brando Cairone

MAX GROTSTEIN

“Max is the most classic example of a New Yorker you can find. Sarcastically funny and nonchalant on the outside, but caring and compassionate on the inside. I’ve asked him many times to do a favor for me, and to this day I don’t think he has said no. Our class wouldn’t be the same without him, and I can speak for everyone when I say we all appreciate him, even if he is a bit sarcastic sometimes.” - Oscar Houglet

DEVIN HERNANDEZ

“Devin Hernandez is not only a spectacular athlete, but also a phenomenal best friend. He never ceases to impress whether that’s on the court or just day-to-day. Devin is very personable and motivated, I am inspired by his aspirations and achievements. I look forward to seeing what his future holds.” - Miles Sedlin

OSCAR HOUGLET

“Oscar is the greatest friend anyone could ask for. He’s loyal to a fault and, although he is a terrible chef, he has supported me for nearly six years and I can’t thank him enough.” - Gus Sabino

KIPLING LEE

“Kipling has a racing mind and a million questions—revealing a million interests. In fact, I remember when I first met Kipling he never walked anywhere; instead, he ran. So I know that, wherever Kipling is headed, he is sure to get there in a hurry—asking a lot of questions along the way.” - Mr. Faust

JILLIAN LIN

“Jill is one of the kindest, most compassionate people I’ve ever met. Talking to her always puts me in a good mood.” - Arabella Cairone

BEA LUJAN

“A fun loving smiley girl who never ceases to make ya laugh.” - Annie Gabler

SOPHIA WEBSTER

“Sophia has been such a giggly and bright part of my four years at Laguna. She never fails to make those around her laugh about the silly things constantly happening around school. I have deeply enjoyed Sophia’s constant tripping on the stairs, random outbursts, little frolics and amazing sense of humor. I know with Sophia I have found a friend for life.” - Bea Lujan

GUS SABINO

“Gus is one of the best buddies a guy can ask for, just for the pure amount of homework assignments I would not have been able to complete without some help from him. He is always willing to help no matter the problem and he is one of the most genuine and cool people you will know. He is a great buddy that any guy would be lucky to be friends with.” - Robbie Brown

RYAN PURKAIT

“Ryan has always been a good friend and never fails to make me laugh. I know he will end up doing amazing things in the future.” - Keenan Surber

NIC RICHMOND

“Nic is a really nice guy that I’m really glad that I got to know over middle and high school he’s really interested in science and we really connected over that and I hope that he has a great time in college.” - Zack Boyle

KATE SPAULDING

“I’ve known Kate for almost a decade now and watching her grow into the person she is now has been inspiring and I’m incredibly proud of everything Kate embodies and puts forth into the world. She’s brave, smart, funny and we can talk about anything and everything for hours. I’ve loved seeing her passion for activism grow and can’t wait to see everything she accomplishes in college!” - Nafisah Fathima

PHOEBE STEIN

“I know I’ve found my best friend because we can wander the Santa Monica Pier late at night, binge watch cheesy teen-drama shows, sing car-karaoke on the freeway, and survive all the embarrassing high school years (We don’t talk the Broadway phase…) They weren’t lying when they called us codependent but there’s no one else I’d rather live life with!!!!” - Daisy Finefrock

KEENAN SURBER

“I have known Keenan for the past six years and he has remained as one of my closest friends. We have shared so many great experiences both in and outside of school, through STEM, physics and sneakers. I am excited to see what he achieves in the future.” - Ryan Purkait

ANDREAS JACKSON

“Andreas is both an exceptional student and athlete. He is fierce out on the tennis courts and the soccer fields, and in the classroom he is curious and enthusiastic. He is also fun to be around, evidenced by his enthusiasm to recruit new members into the chess club. It’s been a pleasure knowing him for the past two years. I wish him the best in his future endeavors.” - Rodrick Zhu

TAYLOR SMITH

“I met Taylor freshman year and she has been one of my closest friends since. We really got to bond during our long summer nights sleeping in the bed of a truck. Not matter what, she is always there for me and I will always be there for her. I cannot wait to see her flourish in college. I will miss you Taylorrrr!” - Fiona Hernandez

FINN WALKER

“Finn is one of the hardest working, kind-hearted people at this school. He goes above and beyond for not only his friends but for the rest of the student body while also being a great athlete and teammate.” - Max Grotstein

RODRICK ZHU

“Rodrick has been an amazing friend through high school. He is incredibly talented and has been a great classmate to work with in STEM research, math and science. I know that Rodrick will continue to thrive in college and cannot wait see what he goes on to accomplish.” - Ryan Purkait

VIOLET ZHOU

“Violet is an awesome friend, and so dedicated to her classes, but always willing to just hang out and talk during lunch! She is such a talented musician and I love how she is always open to trying something new! I really am so lucky to be her friend, and I hope she has an amazing time at college!” - Georgia Avery

ZANE ZEMECKIS

“Zane is a great guy who is always willing to listen and give support. Rarely will you find a nicer guy!” - Brando Cairone