You know that feeling after finishing a really good book? You instantly want to read it again, because the story was so fantastic; it had ups, it had downs, it was magical. But you know that it won’t be the same, reading it another time, because you already know the story. Upon reflection, I can confidently say my high school career was a book I would read again, given the opportunity, regardless if I already knew the story.
Liberty High school is my home, I can say without a doubt. People may look at me with questioning facial expressions when I say this, but it is the absolute truth. This building was, and will always be, a safe haven for me. From the first day of sophomore year to my last day as a senior, I woke up excited for a new school day. I’m not saying that I loved every course I was enrolled in, it was mostly because of two organizations I was involved in.
Newspaper was a life changing experience. A group of kids could not grow closer than my staff of newsies. We are one, giant family of 21. The JLab is my home inside Liberty High. Any day, any time, you could find me in this room, painted neon green, either busily working away on a paper or just relaxing with the yearbook, photoj or newspaper staff. I want to thank everyone in the Journalism department, from Oyler to Johnson, you both have inspired me to follow in the field of journalism.
Student Council is another activity I was happily involved in. I would go as far as stating that StuCo was my life. This club has been an outlet for me to express myself freely, it helped me sculpt my leadership skills in a way that is not possible anywhere else. The one goodbye I dread saying is goodbye to my adviser, Melanie Prince. I cannot say thank you enough, for the times I’ve vented to you, came in balling my eyes out to you or just laughing alongside you at a highway clean up. You are truly an inspiring woman. You are who I aspire to be when I grow up.
I dedicate this column to every person in LHS. Your smiles have gotten me through my worst days. One thing you all have taught me during my high school career has been to smile on until the end. With optimism comes opportunity. Liberty has given me the opportunity to explore my dreams, and I’m doing that just for you.
