Grade: 10th

Family members: John McDonough, Julie McDonough, and Grey Zimlich

Favorite subject(s): English, art, and music because I feel that they are the ones I excel at and I thoroughly enjoy.

Activities: No “official” activities, but I perform music and my writing during Open Mics and I work on my arts at home.

Next steps (after high school): I hope to go to college and continue my adventure as an artist.

Career goals: Hopefully become an artist of some kind that positively impacts people.

Heroes: My mother is easily my hero because she is one of the strongest people I’ve ever met. She has gone through many trials and tribulations, and always comes out stronger on the other side.

Hobbies: Visual art, writing, playing violin or guitar, singing, and theater.

Volunteer/community work: Assistance with a few school activities such as the Lodge Readings, and work around my neighborhood.

Likes: Art, sublime moments, good conversation, humor, animals, helping people, debates

Dislikes: Organized sports, ignorant/angry politics, arguing

Greatest accomplishment (so far): Joining MENSA, getting into Charter Arts, progressively becoming a better person

Advice for peers: The longer you spend trying to become someone that you truly aren’t, the less time you spend becoming a better person. You are the only person in your life that will always be there for you. Strengthen yourself, and that way you will help others. It is okay to hurt, as long as you pick yourself up.

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