19 When did you start at Park? I started at Park in 2021 for 9th grade. Why did you choose Park? I chose Park because of its diversity and its take on teaching. The studentled aspect of Park is what really pulled me in and sparked my interest. When I shadowed here, every person greeted me and it felt so intimate like a family. What were your first impressions of Park? My first impression of Park was that it was “too small” for me. Throughout my years here I can definitely say I was wrong about that. Park is a smaller school compared to some but it just gives you the chance to grow and succeed in whatever you do and whatever your interest is. Summarize Park in three words: Supportive, Diverse, Exciting Describe your class, the Class of 2025, in a few words! My class is full of people you would never think could be friends or a small family. We all have our own separate and unique personalities but when it all counts, we come together as a community and help each other out. What is your favorite class at Park? My favorite Park class is Physics with my amazing teacher Mr. Zamojski. During one class, we were talking about forces and acceleration and we were able to smash bowling balls which was really fun. Then we had to analyze how our forces were able to break the bowling balls. Talk about your favorite Park memory: My favorite Park memory is Bonding Day because it is so fun and unique to Park. I love how competitive everyone gets over Kan Jam and the relay race! I also love how we split up in different groups based on our Orange and Brown teams with people you might not otherwise get a chance to talk to! What is your favorite place or space on campus? Definitely Mrs. Lewis’ room (Director of College & Life Counseling). I can sit on her comfy couch and talk to her all day about anything. Have you been involved in any clubs, community activities, community service, or athletics at Park? I have been involved in Cheer and I am now the Varsity Cheer Captain. I became involved because Savannah Lott '23 encouraged me to join. I am also Prom Chair, again thanks to all the people and support encouraging me to do it and supporting all my ideas. What is the most important skill or lesson you learned at Park? Park has taught me leadership skills and how to be able to take the lead on anything I do. Coming to Park I was the most introverted person you could ever know; now leaving Park I am sad but so grateful for everything it has pushed me to do. What are your plans for after graduation? My plans for after graduation are to go to college and study abroad to become a clinical psychologist. Talk about a problem or challenge you faced during your time at Park and how you went about solving it. Being Prom Chair, I noticed that we were short of funds and I asked for help from our Head of School, Mrs. Conrad. She helped me plan a homecoming dance as a fundraiser and it was a success. We heard so many good things coming out of it. Everyone came out for a night of fun and dancing! Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I see myself moved and settled in Maryland, financially stable with my career, and still calling my friend Cece to talk about the most random things. What advice would you give to students just starting at Park? As Mr. Hartney (Head of Upper School) told me in my early years at Park, it is important to welcome opportunity. No matter what you do, how nervous or shy you are, push yourself to do it. There will always be people around you supporting you in everything you do.
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