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I was in the NICU for 2 weeks before I could go back home with my parents and start living in the real world.

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Elementary school is where I started learning to read, write, and do math. These skills are extremely important in life.

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Moving houses put me in a new location and environment. It was very different then my old house, but I would later get accustomed to this new house, and this is where I would grow up.

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Being in a play made me realize how much I liked performing, and made me want to continue to pursue theatre.

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At Holton, I met many friends and teachers who made me truly enjoy going to school.

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Getting a dog helped me become more responsible and made me learn how to take care of a living thing.

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Once I had a phone, I could communicate with friends, take photos, and watch TV anywhere. Having this responsibility also taught me how to be conscious of my online presence.

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Middle school is where I became accustomed to a letter-based grading system for assignments. It also gave me much more independence, not having to ask permission from a teacher to do everything.

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Community theatre allowed me to meet more people outside of school, and I could also exercise my love of performing.

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First Day of High School- September 3, 2025

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First Day of High School- September 3, 2025

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High school is where I will learn important life skills, such as time management, communication, and collaboration. As well, it's a place where I can explore subjects and see what I'm most passionate about.