Christal is a senior at Winslow Township High School. As graduation approaches, she will reflect on her time at Winslow Township High School, as well as what’s in store for the future.

Introduction:  

Q: What is something most people wouldn’t know about you?

A: When I’m having trouble sleeping, I flip my orientation in bed so my feet are at my pillow and my head is at the end of the bed. The change in perspective helps me relax. 

Q: Describe yourself in three words. 

A: persistent, hardworking, really-bad-procrastinator

Q: What are three words that you think your friends would use to describe you?

A: kind, loyal, humble

Q: If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why? 

A: I would be a cat because I’m nearly always tired and would be able to chill out. 

Q: What’s your favorite movie or book, and why?

A: My favorite movie changes very frequently but right now it’s “Spirited Away”. The animation, visuals, and music are amazing, and the movie touches on many different themes.

Q: Favorite song at the moment, or of all time (your choice). 

A: I really like “Selfless” by the Strokes currently. 

Q: If you could have dinner with anyone, living or dead, who would it be and why?

A: I would have dinner with Stuart Lehman Brown. He makes silly guitar tutorials on TikTok and youtube, and is just a really cool person. 

High school experience:

Q: Are you involved in any sports/extracurriculars, and if so which?:

A: I’m in Leo Club, NHS, SHS, Key Club, and Renaissance Club. I’ve also been a member of Mu Alpha Theta and MUN. 

Q: How do you think these experiences have shaped you?

A: They definitely made me more open to trying new things!

Q: What is your favorite high school memory?

A: School trips!

Q: What did you find the most challenging about high school? 

A: Making friends, especially since I transferred from another school. 

Q: What was your favorite class you have taken? 

A: AP Physics 1

Q: What does your study routine look like?

A: Watching videos, reading textbooks, and doing practice problems.

Q: Is junior year really as hard as everyone says? 

A: Yes, but I found dealing with college apps and classes even harder so be proactive!

Senior year:

Q: How would you describe your senior year in three words? 

A: Bittersweet, Exciting, Fun

Q: What’s your senior quote? 

A: “Why not try it all if you only remember it once”—Strokes. I chose it because I think it’s really important to experience as many new things as possible, even though you may not stick to them.

Q: What do you think is most different from your senior self versus your freshman self? 

A: I’m definitely more outgoing now, even though I’m still really shy. 

Future/reflection: 

Q: If you could do anything different during your high school years what would it be and why? 

A: I would join and stick to more clubs/activities. Maybe even play some sports. 

Q: What advice would you give to lower-classmen? 

A: Learn proper time management!! And adopt a growth mindset. 

Q: Are you planning to go to college and if so what are you planning to major in?

A: I’m planning on going to college and majoring in neuroscience. 

Q: Where do you see yourself in five or ten years?

A: In ten years from now, I’ll be out of medical school and finally in my internship year, hopefully in anesthesiology