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lB Alice Cotti and Renee Bischoff have added you as a friend. p. 6-7

[(i] A new album was created. p. 14-15

Class Trips 2007

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For the past seven years, Mrs. Cotti has graced Polytechnic School with her engaging personality and uplifting spirit. Whether it is working late into the night or hunting down helpful information, the passion she holds for her students is evident in all of her work. Through the stressful college process, she creates an environment that gives us comfort and peace of mind. Mrs. Cotti, we appreciate your energy, trustworthiness, and charismatic manner. Thank you for being someone we can always talk to and confide in--we are so lucky to have you with us!

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Although Ms. Bischoff is a relatively new member of the Poly community, her warm and energetic personality makes us feel as though she has been with us all along. Whether she's taking one of her long daily runs, spending time with her family, or working late to write a gruesome list of letters for us, she works until the job is done and touches those around her with her unique sense of excitement. Thank you, Ms. Bischoff, for your strength of mind and spirit, your humor, your guidance, and for always being there for us!

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My life

Chris - You're my best friend, my big brother, and you've been there for me since before I can remember. You've taught me how to laugh and how to be myself no matter what. What more could I ask for?

"Let's think the unthinkable, let's do the undoable, let's preparetograpplewiththeineffable itself, and see if we may not eff it after all."

been nothing short of amazing in supporting and encouraging me. I love you.

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• the LUNCH BUNCH (that includes the pictured and the non-pictured. Darn you non-pictured people ) - You are by far the weirdest group of quarks to come together since the big bang , and the greatest bunch of friends I could have ever hoped to be a part of I will always remember lunch on the stairs , random movie nights, trips week (twister *cough *), other questionable activities

Hey YOU, all you non-Poly people: Yeah, Laurie, my siamese twin. Let's take over the world (together!). Em, Chris, Mina -- wow, I can't believe how long I've known you. Remember the good ol' days??

Eli - My little sister, I'll miss you Make sure you protect our patio! Don't forget to always have as much fun as possible , and take few naps in between

Justin: You are my best friend. Th a nks for always being there to give advice or just to chat.

Michelle and Jason: You guys are the best. I always seem to have fun when you guys are

Brigitte: If ever there is a tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem , and smarter than you think, but the most important thing is, even if we're apart I'll always be with you. I love you more than anything

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Mom and Dad- Thanks fl the endless love, support , advice and making me into an independent and "mellow" girl. ChrisThere's no one I look up to more than you. Thanks for making me laugh , being protective and putting up with my silliness. I love you!

Kate, Margaret, Lauren , Sarah , Ally: You guys mean the world to me! So many fun memories, thanks for making high school worth it

Bryan/BrycelynBrazilian BBQ love!

Giovanni , Alex , Evan , Claire- The couch , the Charlie Nitin- love struggling to ou thanks! get 1ce- teamwork! I y love you , thanks for the laughter

Dan- Worth the wait , I love you!

Stephen and Jenny- You guys never cease to put a smile on my face , thanks for all the fun times , food and goofing around backstage

'09:

Kelly- Silly geese, amazons and rocking Spanish

Love notes , getting low, @ serious. <3

Evan, Stuart, Nitin, Gracelyn, Margaret, Jake, Matt, and Nathaniel: I love you all.

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Mom, Dad, Phil, Michael, and Mimi: Thank you for supporting me through all these years. My gratefulness can not be summed up in a mere page, and words cannot describe how much I appreciate what you've done for me. Thank you and I love you.

Volleyball Team, I love you guys.

Mr. Freed, Sra. Cid, Zet, Dr. Kim, Mr. Barry: Thank you all for being my mentors for the past four years.

If you believe in what you are doing, then let nothing hold you up in your work. Much of the best work of the world has been done against seeming imposibilities. -Dale Carnagie

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John Simmons Borchert

Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.

Mom- My rock, well of wisdom, quotecollector , cookie dough snacker, always there for a laugh or a cry, kissiehuggie-lovie giver! I love you THIS much.

ments , but you'll never know how much I love and admire you. You're my role model and I'm so proud of you!

Elizabeth- My one and only. I didn't know what I was missing until I found you! Fashion partner-incrime, hopeless Romantic, Mediterranean food addict, spice-drawer organizer, always with an umbrella , I love every part of you forever! Soul mates for life!

to early gym trips, you're always there for me. Thank you for your endless counsel and love I love you!!!

Amy- My friend since day one literally! I relish our gameshow marathons and

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Pre-K , you've always stood by me Thanks fo r 14 years of amazing memories!

Lucas - We 've come along way since 'Mr. Wormie' at PO. I don't know what I'd have done wi t hout you all

these years! You push '!You fta:Ve Geen myfrieiid'.ifliai iii 1ise(fiS a me outside my comtrememfous tliing I wove my we6s for yoU: fort zone and I love 6ecause I [iR,§a you }ljter a[[, wliat 's a [ije, e anyway?.JBy lie [ping you, perliaps I was rr---=--.--- ---= ing to [ijt up my [ije a trij[e. Jfeaven anyone's [ije can stana a utt[e of tfiat " · - Cliar[otte, "Ciiar[otte's 'We6 "

Jessica and Amy, you are too cool!

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"Tonight 1"11 dream in my bed silly thoughts run through my head Of the bugs and alr)habet

AriB when wake tomorrow 1"11 bet That o and I will walk together again I can tell t tiat we are going to be friends"

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"Goodbye myfriend, it's not the end. we made it, time Will never change it. You know it's time to say goodbye."

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Lo Lo : '-.'ou are si II y goose. Thanks for making me I a•.Jgh at rnyself.

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Thank you to a teachers, especial CC

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My Friends: All of you are awesome. Whether it be our crazy lunch talks, hanging out a Sarah's, free periods, sports, or whatever you guys have kept

me going these past 4 years. Its been so much fun knowng and hanging out with you guys. All of you are talented in your own individual ways and have a great future ahead of you. I wish you guys the best in college and beyond.

"1. Name the 5 wealthiest people in the world.

2. Name the last 5 winners of the Miss America Contest.

3. Name the last decade's worth of World Series winne

How did you do?

The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. These are no second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.

Here's another quiz. See how you do on this one:

1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.

2. Name 3 friends who have helped you through a difficult time.

3. Name 5 people who have taught you something worthwhile.

4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.

The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials , the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones that care."

"Don't

- Charles Schultz

C: Wow, its been an incredible ourney for the past 4 years. You uys have shown me that with ard work, dedication, and team rk, we can achieve the seemngly impossible. I hope you guys ave also learned these lessons and more. Now that the team has become a legend, make it a dynasty. I know you guys can do it. My Family: For 18 years, all of you have supported me in everything I do. Though you sometimes annoy me to no end, I know that it is because you all love me and wish for me to succeed in every

endeavor I choose to pursue You put forth your faith in me and have made me who I am today I love you all, always and forever.

PS lm really sorry for all the things I broke or lost in the last 18 years.

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love you.

Baba- You taught me the meaning of both material and spiritual responsibility, and you're the man I respect most in the world.

Shivani- You have made me the proudest older brother in the world. I expect phenomenal things from you. Love you baby sister!

Bill- Knowing you has auto-

Peter and Stirlingmatically increased the fun Good times. Junior in my life (OVM = best idea Trips , Halo, and ever). I know you'll make the Prom were sick. most of life. Good luck man!

Johnny- Hanging Claire - Enjoy your last year of out, impromptu high school, keep the Britney study sessions, stories coming, and most of and sharing dooall , relax . And you're always dies was amazing.

AJ- I expect big things from you tall man.

Bryan- Making jokes with you is awesome man. Keep me updated on your film career.

Torey- Alright alright, I'll admit it...you're pretty good at Halo.

welcome on the senior patio Aubrey- Volleyball and convos made Nitin- Dude, we've known each other forever, school way more fun. Good luck! let's keep it that way. Thanks for your friendship Kate - Hanging out with you is always all these years , it's meant a lot. interesting, and always enjoyable. Dan- They call you Dan the Man for a reason :)

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Dr. 0- Accents, rants, foosball, Mario Tennis, and doodling. Not to mention AP Chemming need I say more?

BChan- You're freaking hilarious man . The study groups, video games , lifting sessions, and convos were awesome. Keep in touch.

Eagle Warrior- You have refined ranting, Halo trash talk, and study guides to an art. Athletec64 + dhaninja = pwnage

Try not to become a man of success but a man of value. -Albert Einstein

SarahVball team- Fight on in the name of Blanca Fromm.!

PJ- It's always Peanut Butter Jelly Time.

Benji- You're a mix of The squiggly amazing setter and unBio man! predictable Smash god.

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All of you have been the best friends anyone could ask for. Thank you for always being there when I needed you, even if it was only to tell you one of my epic stories. You have kept me grounded throughout all the craziness that comes with school. I will always remember all the laughs and good times we have shared together.

I know we get a Iittle crazy I know we get a Iittle loud I know we're never gonna fake it We are wild, we are free We are more than ya think So call us freaks

But that's just the way we roll

-Jonas Brothers

Each one of you has taught me how to love and be loved and I will forever be grateful' for the incredible memories we share together.

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i carry your heart with me (i carry it in my heart)

Be of love a little more careful than of anything. - e.e. Cummings

"I pray you know me when we meet again. I wish you well, and so I take my leave." - Portia, Merchant of Venice

Mom - You are the hardest worker I know and I can't even begin to thank you for everything you've done for all of us.

Dad and Ning - Thanks for always being there for me. Your support has meant more than you can know.

I love you all

by the belated suspicion that it is life, more than death, that has no limits. " -Gabriel Garda Marquez.

A shout out to all the techies. Thanks Tom and Mr. Sherrell, you've taught me so much.

Piglet sidled up to Pooh from behind. "Pooh!" he whispered. "Yes, Piglet?" "Nothing," said Piglet, taking Pooh's paw. "I just wanted to be sure

To my friends, thanks for all the good times and crazy inside jokes! Too many to name here but you know who you are. Make sure to keep in touch. I'll lose to any of you in smash bros any time. And remember, the party's always at Tina's house, yay! of you. " rvA.A. Milne '

"The Captain looked at Fermina Daza and saw on her eyelashes the first glimmer of wintry frost. Then he looked at Florentino Ariza, his invincible power, his intrepid love, and he was overwhelmed

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Mom, Paya, fJ'rancesco, john Pau{, 1Javid, §ina, §ioia: Thanks Jar a(ways stickin8 with me and 6ein8 _proud if me; your a_p_preciation has afways motivated me to strive for more.

'The longer I live the more I see that I am never wrong about anything, and that all the pains that I have so humbly taken to verify my notions have only wasted my time." - George Bernard Shaw

Matt-Sensei: I have learned the ways of the warrior from you over the years. Sensei. You KNOW you want some of that dark chocola t e. Pss t!

Stuart: It's a tough life being beautiful. Let's go surf ing sometime bro. We'll bring some e lectron ic reggae. Or maybe some classical metal. Hoorah for new genre combos. Alej : You're coming surfing too.

Billy: Muhammad , Mom I have to thank you for coin ing "GQ" for me Tennis times are absolutely awesome.

Gracelyn: SUGARBUTTON!! Tell your grea t grandma I'm sorry about this p icture And the other one too. Shakira anyone??

Jacobo: You're a poop. And a number of other foul things. If you were as cool and sexy as you thought you were there'd be none better. Fortunately I'm here to trump you.

Margaret: I'll death drop you anytime, sans practice, and it'll WORK!

Stephen: 50. Fifty. Our project rocked. You're the app le of mine eye. And you have gorgeous eyes Buddies since kindergarten.

Bla ine: You pidgeon *****! I wanna see talons. no freaking pidgeon toes !!

Kyle: Math wizards unite

Dan: Thanks for always helping me out and lending a hand. Evan: We gotta go back to Griffith Observatory and just stare at L.A. again

Mom and Dad- Thank you so much for putting up with my craziness and supporting me these past 18 years There is no way I could have gotten where I am today without your patience and encouragement. Remember that I will always love and appreciate you more than anything Thanks for music , cooking, hikes , driving , apple picking, batting cages , long talks, listening , road trips , family dinners and hugs. I will miss you both and all of our family weirdness ne xt year. <3

Amy- I could not have possibly asked for a more supportive big sis Thanks for always being just a phone call

away to listen and chat

-about everything I am so glad that we have gotten closer over the past few years Love you so much!

the crazy memories! pshew!

Kels- We've had sooo many fabulous times! I will always remember our intense accents , soap opera stories , party in SLO , Havasu , singing country songs and lazy backyard afternoons discussing life. What will I do in college without my fife/ fantastic friend? Love brah!!

Sequoyans- Julia , Darah , Rj, Nik, Shanan , Keely,Lilian , Daisy - Thanks for staying in touch!! you are all amazing! love you guys!

Caitlin- I'm so glad you happen to be my neighbor and my friend! I've had so much fun with you camping , hiking , watching movies , carpooling and sharing nerdy obsessions I wish my power had gone out more often! Danielle it up! xoxo. I'll miss you!!

La- As we know , there are way too many memories. Rite Aid, gym parties, being "creepy", "fatties", and middle aged at heart and driving around pretending we have lives : fantastic times! I know we will PS Late night keep in touch in college. chats for the rest Love you!! I'll miss you! of our lives? I think yes. I love that we altalk about food, life, ness , squirrels had so many good : FOOD fests , HP :-),beading , and class One last

Lucy- darling Lucious!

Thank god we did musical last year b/c we got to rebond We're always laughing about something when we're together. You make me smile , luc-luc Love you!

Marc- Thanks for being such a crazy cu z! It's fun having a brother in the summer! pshew fest/ close the door!!

To all my teachersThank you so much for all of your support and kindness!

Pod D- I'm happy to say that I've been "baptized" in the colorado river :-)

Liz- You always ___......,..___, make me laugh! good times rock climbing! Miranda- Re- member that time you fell down the mountain?

Aubrey- Petit prince?? You are Hilarious!!

Creative Writing 07- such an inspiring group! Thanks!

close senior year. You teach me every day how to believe in the be st of people. Your optimism and sincerity are qualities I will aspire to for the rest of my life.

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all

Alex: I am so proud of the young man you have become You inspire me everyday to learn more , do more, and , all the while , to remember to never take myself too seriously. You have made me the happiest girl in the world. I love you.

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Mom and Dad: I cannot express how grateful I am for all your love , attention , and honesty. You have taught me how to learn, how to question , and how to be true to myself. I am so lucky. I love you both so much

Andrew: I am so glad that we become closer every year. Your kindess , intelligence , and charm impresse and inspire me. Thank you for your wit, your style , - and for being the best

I would have done without you. Thank you for the dinner dates , the trashy books , and all of those conversations that helped me learn how to grow up

the teachers that taught me how to love learning

YOU!!

Leslie: YOU are my best friend , my shopping buddy, my style guru, my hummus queen , my go-to-gal for dried fruit , grilled veggies , and all that weird health food you love, my always fashionably late date , my awkward turtle , my APUSH study buddy, my second self, my biggest fan , and my soul-mate. I love you.

Amy: You are a sweetheart. You work so hard, are so honest , and have grown up so much. I brother I could have. I love you. hope you are as proud ........of yourself as I am of you.

To my fellow actors on the Poly stage: I LOVE YOU ALL. You are my second family and my home away from home.

I cannot thank you enough for the most ridiculous , thrilling, and proud moments of my life.

Uh-Oh (a.k.a Jill): I smile everytime I see you. I'm so proud of how much you have grown and how beautiful you have become. Thank you for being so funky , so sensitive , and my uh-oh Oreo.

Ben: I would not have survived high school without you. You are hilarious and irrev er ent , but you always know when to stop talking and just listen. Thank you for the laughs , the Diet Coke run s, and ev erything in between.

Mom and Dad: Thank you so much for all the love and support you have given me. No words can truly describe how grateful I am for all that you've done. Alan: What am I going to do without your sarcastic humor? Keep working hard in school and continue to be the loud , goofy person that you are.

Os'tmfer,esting and entertaining as a confidant , an advisor, a role You are the best sister I ' Courtney!: Afer hour-long phone convos, crazy Vegas trips, countless gossip seshes , and endless amounts of inside jokes , I can truly say that we have built an amazing friendship. (For sure! nuh-uh!)

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We know what IT is and we know TIME and we know that everything is really fine.

- Neal Cassad

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To Mom and Dad: These 17 years have been amazing all thanks to the love and support you have given me. Words cannot express my apprecation for all you have done for me and I hope I can continue to make you proud.

Allan: All my life I have closely followed in your footsteps and honestly, I couldn't be happier. You are my best friend and I can always count on your support. Thank you for being there for me.

Connor, Torey, Stirling, John,

It takes a long time to grow an old friend.

such a great guy, and I've always felt you've sup ported me Thanks fo

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Vahe-I have you to thank, (or condemn, cuz you's crazy) for the way I see the world and everybody around me. You've been a great role model. I hope the GameDude days never die. Ani-I am so glad to have you as a sister. Although we come from clifferent worlds, I know we somehow understand each other. Go after all your big plans! Just know that I am always here for Mik:a-You are headed some-

I can always be contentlike you exists. You have what life can be, and what am forever changed. Our eant more to me than you can tting up with my antics. Just nc)it1\iJLrWI-G'&t:J.l ]ce0'o me away from that booty!

AK-How do you get so much done? I'm very impresse you're wonderful!

(you wwho u are)anks for the great

Kaylin- Especially this past year, you have become one of my best and most reliable friends. I appreciate your honesty and enthusiasm. I love you!

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Ma-You are the most genuinely kind and caring person I know. I don't know what I would do without your endless love and support. You're the best morn in the world; thank you for everything and I love you.

Dad- You never cease to amaze me with your incredible sense of humor, work ethic , intelligence , and love for your family I have learned more from you than anyone else, and you'll always be my pas de deux partner. I love you so much

Jordie- I don't think you realize how much I love you and take your words to heart (especially now that I've learned you're always right). You'll always be my biggest role model and the person I turn to for sensible advice or an unbelievable sense of humor. I love you and always will.

Luce- You are my sister, soulmate , husband, and best friend (Lo) I never knew somebody could be so perfect until I met you. Even when being chased by a scary guy with pizza in 7th grade , you have always stuck by my side and I have loved every moment of seeing you grow. I'll always love you.

La- I am the luckiest girl in the wor ld to have you as my cousin , friend, and classmate. I love you so much and cherish all of the years we spent growing up together. I will always be here for you (and we can always eat corn on the core ).

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understand each other

a little too well. I miss and love you so much. Europarty 08.

Kate- Whether playing volleyball or shopping at the mall (our second home), we always have the best time together. You're the best.

Jigent, enthusiastic, and hilarious, you have helped me and shaped me more than you will ever know. Promise you 'll still be my friend when you find the cure for cancer. Je t'airne (toujours). our "arguments" and uproductive study sessions, you have always been a best

Love al ways to: AJ , Billy, Bryan , DHong, To-

, Peter F, Ling, Nitin, Noor, Laura , Jill, Sarah

Jordan R-C, Lucas , Amanda, Mez, Andrew, Ocho Cuatro , Nei l, Tracy, Hannah, Hil , B laine, Maddy, Tanner, Richard, Natalia,Jules, Lauren

Brigitte, Cate , Red Hots, Varsity Volleyball,

Jamie- The fact that we speak our own language shows how unique our friendship truly is. You're such

Arnuurica. No matter how far apart, we always find a way to stay closest friends SHLASH

cheerful, dependable , and caring person. I love you so much and we'll be friends FLYFE!

Aubs , Tom- Only we would do the skit throu g h senior year and still laugh throughout the entire s how! Our friendship since Pre-K has always meant so much to me.

Lauren )Zlriana qarner

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111ommy, 2>addy, Jason, and 1rlichae ! - From the beginning you all have been there rootin g for me from the sid elin es and showin g m e uncondition a l love every step of the way. You are truly my rock, and I am grateful for each of yo u. I ca n 't wait to see what is going to happe n next! I love you with a ll of m y heart !

Th e thousands of

ents

Sawh"I am pretty, I am ni ce, I love boys, I have no v ice!"

Vanessa: We made it! My best buddy since 6th grade. You have meant so much to me. You are my sister and hold a special place in my heart now and forever. Jennifer: Your hugs are unforgettable and are alwasy perfectly timed I love you and I know you are headed for greatness. Evan: Your energy is so refreshing: don't lose any of it! I wish for you only the best. Annie: Your spirit inspires me and you exude enthusiasm Thanks for everything. Eli: Be not afraid of what you can doyour dreams will carry you to the highest heights, you wonderful girl.

Thanks for being my #1 fan and always believing in me. Your unfailing support allows success to flourish. Te adoro. Eres mi heroina. Dad : You've taught me so many important life lessons I love you Nana & Grandpa : Your steadfast love i nspires me. Me ensenaron todo lo que Ia vida puede ser, y espero que yo pueda darte un poco de lo que me habfan dado. VIV'f & Bug: I know I can always count on you guys. Thanks for always being there for me Te amo a todos!

ou've really on me You've my trust and love You've bee one of my closest s, and I'm blessed st to know you. Ben: word- infralove. d: I'm so grateful for ur presence in my life d hope you continue brighten my day with ur unique humor ,..,,,.,. Thanks for all the and laughter you rought to life.

Joyce: Through all he twists and turns, we came out alive and friends You are a shining star- let no one dull you r brilliance.

Mom and Dad- Yo(I guys my bigiest fans and sup- oorters. You two have raised three lessed and grate- 'f(I/ daughters. I want to thank you or all of your help throu[nout these tour years or high school and for belie.vi11 in me wnen no one else diCI. I love you two with all of y heart. You guys have made me eveithing I am I may end up gomg tar away for e, bur I will lwa s be as close as you need me to be. n ank you for ein gr at r le moders. I love ou!

¥oni nC:i two are mv belt friends. Althouqh at times my actions nave proven otherwise , I love vou guys more than anything in the world. I know I can count on rou Qt.JYS for anvming and evervthinq. Thank vou tor all tha yoa have done ior me and for t5eing1here through all of my ups and downs. Muah!

"To the outside world we all grow old. But not to brothers and sisters. We know each other as we always were. We know each other's hearts. We share private family jokes. We remember feuds and secrets, family griefs and joys. We live Q.utside t e touch Qf time."

Erin B, hanan, KyJe, Nikki, Noah, Mike, Zachary Bachary Rikee_, orook.e- You are a11 my brothe.rs, sJslers1 ancf best fnends. Thank you for everything. I'll miss yarThroughout my years at Poly friends have come and gone but I haven1 forqotten any of you! I wish all of the seniors qood' luck with all of Hleir Qre a few I woula like to GB, JD M , C , Jilly lwomp womp womp! l..;OL), 1 1-a.11 en lnana!), D , A , AM, JRC (I miss our ll/n 1mes.), s: , MW, LW rcla $men- Alex H i I ·ne N talia, Tan Tan,

Laura- I feel like I've known you my entire life We 've shared some deep stuff and I cannot tell you how eternally grateful I am to have you as a friend! Make sure you call me as soon as you 've got one of those stories! Or as soon as you find some decent asparagus I' m gonna miss you so much but I' ll think of you any time I eat gelato or better yet fettuccini Alfredo! Un bacia (no flowers) per una bella ragazza , Laura ;)

Kelsey- Since the first time we got to hang out [you 've never played make believe?!?] we have had non-stop laughs , and sometimes tears but only because we're laughing so hard! I love that I have always felt like a part of your family We 've gone through some similar stuff and you've always been there for me, and I hope you 've always been able to turn to me too I' m going to miss you fike crazy and we better have a reunion over EVERY break! Lauf you!

Caitlin- I' m going to miss you crazy girl! Really though you were always the one to make everybody laugh. How am I supposed to get through English classes now without anyone to make witty little comments?? You ' re a very real person and I've always liked that about you It's been great having another animal -lover around too, and actually you 've taught me a lot about my dogs and horses I' ll probably have to make a list of movies to see with you when we hang out over breaks See you soon!

Louisa- We 've known each other since kindergarten and you 're still one of my closest friends You're the only person who will sit and watch Two Stupid Dogs with me and still find it hilarious So even though you make fun of me all the time , I' m going to miss you!! Have fun at Davidson! [someone must have written a really good rec letter for them to accept you]l hope you're surrounded by "my favorite color" in college, just don 't go too crazy!

Jessie- First of all , I have to say sorry for not keeping up with the fifty anime shows you recommended/forced me to watch l promise by the end of college I will have watched a full season of Naruto I loved sharing Laura 's jumping fits with you at Pirates and just teasing her in general. It's been fun We 're having a Guitar Hero reunion party on our first vacation from college! I bet they 'll have GH4 by th en!!

Dad- Oh exalted Mom- You really one , you have are the best. From taught me so much late nights on the and 1 am so grateful couch with Cheezand lucky to be your its and Wheat daughter. It's pretty Thins to impressive that mornings With Jean uch a big strong Zoe, there 1s no one I have

guy can be such more fun with than a kind and gentle you. I' m going to ther I always miss you like crazy, appreciated the re- but 1 want you to spect that you gave know how much me, and I hope I I love you. And showed my respect don 't worry I'll visit you because you you all the time; I'll definitely have it. I come to you with love you abba open arms!

Eli- Ok you ' re the oldest now enjoy it. I' ll be calling you when I need to check up on Mom and Dad. I' ll never forget all of our weird games that seemed so normal to us , like Barbie massacres or our wrestling matches in the living room Please study hard in school, you're smarter than you seem to think! I' ll miss you Leroy! Love you

ling people stor ies how goofy we were together Do you remember "Welcome to the Oak" or swimming in the pool [aka hole in the grass] in your front yard? Those memories and more will be with me forever And even though we may not hang out as much as we used to , we are still able to laugh hysterically when we ' re I' ll miss you cu z! Love you

Kevin- I' m pretty sure our shared frustration with physics brought us a little closer this year. That and the Hilary Duff concert Have fun in college!! [I'm still predicting you ' ll end up at that Hogwarts School that the lottery winner wants to make ]

Liz- You are crazy [in a good way, don 't worry!] I still miss having track with Miranda- High school has been so much fun! 1 have some good you, definitely not because I miss running , but because I miss being such a memories from Sarah 's house , like acting out Charlie 's Angels at weirdo with you and making Reggie think/realize we're crazy! 3a.m. all around her house Don 't ever lose your craziness!

Love you Mom and Dad!

Lauren : I love you so much because when I'm with you I'm laughing!

Miranda : I'll always remember the weekends on my couch! Thank you for making me feel so comfort able with you!! I love you so much! Book group : Having you all has been one of the best part of high ! We will always have that!

I LOVb YOU ALL1

rgaret: I will never ever meet nyone like you! You always made so happy and having you as a friend means everything to me!!! would have been lost without you! I

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KESH FOREVER! Kaylin: Since grade you have been one of the pie I love most in this whole world! Sav and Kay's rules will always be with me! Haley : You can always make me laugh Haley! When you smile , I smile! I love you so much!

Mariel : I'm so happy you've become one of my closest friends and

an amazing friend (and actor!) Thinking about you makes me laugh (in a good way)! I love you!Jordan : You have such a huge heart and I hope _ ___. we'll always be friends!

m: You've been a role model and a fried , a confidant and a pillar of pport , a calming voice and source inspiration But most of all , you've n the best mom I could have from you Dad, like patience and strength! You're one of the strongest people I know and I will always carry that with me! I'm grateful to have you as a father! I love you!

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Ally : You 're the one who'll laugh with me in Madagascar and watch shows that only we like! Our friendship has been really special to me!!! I love you so SO much!

El: You don't know how lucky I've been to have you in my life You've been there through everything , and I'll always be there for you and love you! That will never hange! Best friends orever!- love, savy Phil : I'm so glad that I got o know you! Jasper : You eally are a sweet guy! Thanks for everything! Doug: I hope you know ow funny and unique ou are!! I love you all nd I will always rememer how much fun I had ith you guys!

Les : I can always find a good laugh , good food , and some great times right down the street! 1 love you To A.manda, my acting for being such a c?nfldant, and Kate my t f d t 1 b1g hug , I love you more grea nen ° me. than I can say!

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When you've seen beyond yourself then you may find peace of mind is waiting there. And the time will come when you see we're all one and life flows on within you and without you.

- George Harrison into cannon. Aim at brain. Fire.

Jolin (])orian J{arewoocf

Margaret- the one person that cou probably convince me to do anything! Rollerblading , trespassing , and skinnydipping (oh yes , I brought it up) would never have been the same without

· Thanks for knowing me for 14 years and still loving me anyway! From Running Deer to beanie baby wars to movie-Medical Monopoly nights , it would never have been the same

Savannah- The only person with whom I can have meaningful , after-party talks about racism at 2 in the morning. I've loved getting to know you

Alex- It's not really telling someone's secret if you're basically the same person, right? Thanks for not judging me despite knowing too many of my own secrets. I'll miss our anguished Cris/ Josh talks (once I realize who we're talking about!)

going first and dealing with all those pesky parental rules so I wouldn't have to. I love you so much and have always (though you may not have known it) looked up to and admired you.

Alex- My other brother! Thanks for always including me , even when I've been so busy. I'll miss our Thursday night Officewatching and seeing you at dinner all the time- here's to hoping I get accepted somewhere near a good sp01ts team!

Joe-My favorite brother! I will miss you more than you could ever know these coming years , but know I'll always be there to answer the phone. I'll miss our reading time, watching funny videos , and picking you up every day (thanks for putting up with my loud ·

would jgh m without you? Lunches on the bench, long walks and movies during free period- I loved it all. Thanks for always listening and accepting me for who I am- I love you!

Mom and Dad- Thank you both so much for helping me through the past 17 years. I can't begin to tell you how grateful I am to you for teaching me how to stand on my own and then trusting me enough to let me do it. Mom , I'll miss all of our crazy dinner conversations and nights of watching The Bachelor while Dad pretends not to pay attention. Dad, I'll try to save a couple of shows on the TiVo before I leave so it wron't feel too empty . I love you bo1th!

Doug , Jasper, Benji, amd the rest of the class of '08-· for everything!

Ally- Despite all the teasing( or maybe because of it), you're still one of my best friends. :) Love you!

(]Janie[

Dad: You are the wisest person I know. You have shaped the person I've become, and the knowledge you have imparted to me over the years will stay with me forever. Thank you for your constant dedication and devotion to my growth. I strive to be nearly as great as my father; you are my role model.

Mom: You are the most caring person I know. I have never stopped marveling at the love you provide for me everyday, and I don't know what I'm gonna do without our daily hug. You have sacrificed so much of yourself up for me, and I will always appreciate that. Motherly love must be the deepest kind there is.

David: You have honestly taught me so much about myself--it's like you're the teacher, I'm the student, you're the big brother, I'm the little one. I know you're going to grow up to be a better man than I am. Thank you for being the best brother I could ask for

Bryan: We have had so much fun these years, and you have always been a rock of support for me. Playing golf with you has been one of my best memories never forget the cart b****, all those drives we pulverized , or especially the covenant we made on Brookside, course one, hole #8 as we walked up to the green.

AJ: Our friendship in the high school years has really been awesome (see picture to left). I'll work on being a better Halo teammate, and we can still take those guys at Lucky Boy! I can't explain how great a friend you've been through these years (and the years to come I'm sure.) We have so many crazy memories, and they definitely won ' t be forgotten.

Gracelyn: Eating ice cream with two spoons, going to sleep and having a "bad night," watching TV on a red couch--none of that will be the same. I can't tell you what you mean to me--you'll always make me smile and laugh. You are an amazing person, and I'm grateful for the times we shared. Love you, cute one!

Nitin: Taking all our classes together all of high school, getting through yearbook, we spent so much time together, and we definitely had our fun. We are so much alike, and I'm glad I had someone to talk to who could know exactly what I meant. You are the epitome of a great guy; thanks for your support and friendship.

Aubrey: You have always been such an easy friend to talk to about anything, and you've always appreciated my sense of humor. Thanks for being so fun to be around and a great friend all the time! Did u jost tach ?!

Billy: All of our conversations were so great ; talking about anything and everything with you was always an experience Your constant good mood always rubbed off on me, and I definitely will miss our awesome times.

Peter: You always crack me up-- I'm glad we chilled so much all the time at Camp Conifer too. Thanks for being the type of friend that would make sure to put the cats out when I came over. Remember: hwa-jang-shil uhdee iss eo- yo ? Keep in touch , bro!

Kate: I really appreciate our friendship--we've had so many fun memories and deep conversations! I love how you always greet me with a huge smile--your happiness made a lot of my days.

Torey: Even if you always beat me in fantasy bball, you're still awesome, thanks for being a great friend.

JMP: My phone's always on, give me a call when you're up for another round of driving range/batting cages!

Dhananjay: Slap and pound is the best greeting by far.

to my family: Thanks for your support all these years. I know sometimes i have been hard to put up with but thanks so much. I would be no where without you guys. You guys have always been there for me. thanks so much for everything! I really mean it! You all have been an invaluable part of my life. Thanks Mom, Dad, Stephanie.

to my friends: thanks to you guys at the lunch area. we had the weirdest conversations .... ever. anyway, it was always really fun and entertaining. macky, brandon, jennifer.... we all had interesting talks, thx for everything all these years, including our great talks, our religion, and for studying w/ me.

GQ, i own u at ping pong, mario tennis, soul calibur. srsly david, chocolate milk .. .lol. kaley, buddies since 2nd grade! im not jealous of your height anymore haha. djc, halo dubs ftw!! evan, badminton! shoutout to anyone else i missed.

Danie[ Pfii[[ips Huffman

Mom- Thanks for always looking out for my best interests. You have always been my biggest supporter and fan in everything from soccer and acting to Boy Scouts. While we sometimes disagree , I know that your foot in my back was instrumental for my success at Poly and in life. Thank you for all you do for me- I appreciate it more than you know Dad- Thanks for bringing a lighter side to the family. When the atmosphere gets tense, your one-liners can always bring a smile to my face. Your dedication to our family has been extraordinary , and I thank you deeply for that. And , once and for all , YES- you are Mr. Fix-It. Steve- Over the course of my life , I have spent an enormous amount of time with you , and enjoyed (almost) every minute of it. The activities I've done with you have been a huge part of my life- wrestling , cross-country drives , skiing , and discussions about our family , to name a few. I wish you the greatest success in the Navy , and look forward to your future success. Any time you need to grind someone's face into the carpet , just remember- I'm only a phone call away.

Jen- Oh Elug , where should I begin? I am incredibly thankful that I have you as my sister. I can't really imagine anyone else better fit for the position , for I always enjoy spending time with you After all , I just can't imagine playing Cranium without you! You are one of the kindest and most considerate people I know, and I always know that I can tum to you when I need to. I can't wait to see what your future holds! -Oshu

If this comment were to actually describe how important you are to me , it would fill the entire page d probably the one behind as well). Frankly, I don't think I could have survived high school without you there for me. If you weren't there for me to rant to, confide in, and advise, I think I would've exploded. have spent a ridiculous amount of time with you over the past four years , and gotten to know you better I know anyone. You are my best friend, my only true confidant , and the person that knows me best. I'll you next year. JP- Our mutual involvement in acting and water polo has given me a lot of time around and I am truly grateful for that opportunity. You are one of the most upstanding guys I know, always ballancutg a fantastic sense of humor with a deep connection to reality and to what's really important. I wish all the best for the years ahead , and look forward to continuing our friendship. Claire- You really are one of the greatest people I've ever met. Our IM conversations have meant more to me than you know , and I thank you for being by my side for the past four years. If you remember nothing else I've told you, know that .you're far better than you give yourself credit for- you have a lot to be proud of. If you ever need anything, please let me know. It's the least I can do in return for everything you've done for me. Giovanni- The Italian Stallion! You're a great guy, and I have really enjoyed being your friend throughout middle and high school. Your hilarity and somewhat high intelligence have made a deep impression on me. Good luck out there, bud. I'll always be here to talk about acting, girls, or anything else. Amanda- We've done it all- bio review sessions. Hot cowboy couple in Footloose. Car towing troubles in sketchy neighborhoods It ' s been great , and I have having you as a friend. Keep it up. Oh, one more thing: "And , end scene!" Savannah- You are amazing so many ways. I have loved being your friend, especially in these high school years. From hanging out to directed by you , I have thoroughly enjoyed every minute I have spent with you. Bryan- I can't say enough you. Mainly , I want to officially thank you for the countless times you have faxed/emailed stuff to me the past four years. You have saved me on way too many occasions! Allie/Devon/Emily/Jamie/Jessie/ :Shamwn- I am incredibly grateful to have gotten to know you all so well throughout my time in high school. I enjoyed getting to know you all , and hope that our friendships will extend far beyond Poly in the years to e. Austin J.- Why are you so funny? It's just ridiculous- I try to say something serious to you, and I always of laughing (usually at myself- thanks for that). Keep the beats coming. Jessica A.- I'm so glad that I've become good friends with you. You're amazing. I'll miss you next year. MJ/LJ- You guys kick my ass in polo , despite the size discrepancy. It's upsetting and makes me feel completely inferior. Job well done. KevinDrowning in water polo. Doug- Magic cards. Ghetto computer games. Brownie bites. It's been real. Class of '05 (MC, EM, OK, CH, DO, AT, KR, MM)- You guys made freshman year fun for me. Thanks so much- I couldn't have asked for a better welcome to high school. I miss you guys! L'Academie de Paris '07- I had the time of my life with you guys. Thanks for giving me such an enjoyable experience. I miss you all. Reunion in Paris this summer? Musical Guys- GUYS IN MUSICAL ROCK!! Lifers- Only we understand the experience of spending 14 years at Poly. I have enjoyed all ofyou , and each of you has been instrumental in my growth. Thank you. Tina/Cynthia/Mr. Geier- I can't express how much you have influenced me and helped me to grow , as a performer and as a person. Thank you so much for all you've given me.

Patrick-] ames Irwin

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4 years has come and gone so fast. Through the good and the bad , friends became family; family became friends. I've made so many unforgettable memories with all of you in these last few years.

-Sarah, you've been an amazing friend, and I know that you'll always have a place heart.

Oh fam-fam, what can I say? It's been rough, but at least we're still here together. Thanks for everything

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I'll never forget you guys, than for alii the good

Connor Wi{fiam

Mom and Dad: You guys mean the world to me. Thank you for everything, I could not have done it without you. I love you both so much.

Kara and Tanner: Thank you so much and I love you both. Fantastic Four, Lucy, Chloe, Claire, Peter, Will: Much love, always.

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To my parents. cuz they would be mad at me if I didn't. And they have always been there for me.

Life's a Party...

Jason Andrew Kerns

'Do today what others won't so you can do omorrow what others cant. "-Anonymous

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Thanks to everyone who supported me through the years.

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Mom -You have been my biggest fan and have always supported me. I know that I can te ll you anything; yo ur advice and your opinions are so important to me You are a sou r ce of ins p ir at io n or me and have been the best mom I cou ld have ever asked for.

Dad- I've learned so much from you and I can 't even begin o te ll you how much I appreciate all you 've done for me.Your oofiness never fails to put a smile on my face , t hough I may not always show it. I'l l never tru ly be "waste out of ki sses. "

Karyn -You've been my best friend, mentor, and role model. can always turn to you for anything and know that yo u will never urn away I couldn 't have asked for a better Akka I'll always be here for you, just like you are always t here for me

my friends and family for supporting me through the years. I will keep these memories for a lifetime.

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Ally, Sarah, Kate, Kaley: i had so much fun this season, and it makes me happy when we hang out, whether it's cheering on th e boys or taking sara h' s smelly car to glenda le. each one of you is uniquely amazing and i love the time we spend together.

Advisee: you're a great group of kids, enjoy the next 3 years!

much I love you. You've always been there for me , and I'll never forget our trip up the coast. Your ambition and strength is inspiring You're the best, Mut!

Dad: I w ill miss our weekends out of town for my tournaments, and those wa lks with Chriss. Thank you for teaching us so much and allowing us to experience so much through traveling. Love you so much!

Matt: people dont believe me when i say we don't fight , but they just dont understand. i will always look up to you, you seem to be good at everyt hin g our wrestling matches and shows (like orangutan island) are the best. i look forward to that cou l-de-sac in newprt.love you so much!

Linz: you really are the best sister i cou ld ask for. sometimes you don't give yourself enough credit, but i love you more than you could know! i have so much fun coming up to to visit, and i love it when you come home (even if you do distract me). you always know when i need you and i hop e you know im always h ere for you too.

Beermans: thank you for all the rides! i cant imagine growing up wit h out you four being such a large part of my life. i lo ve you! logan and and kyle: thank you for all the plays and Luc! movies and cookie dough, what more could a friendship need? i wis h i had a picture of us in middle school in our overalls, we were the coolest.

Marge's : seriously some grace of god involved in getting us four to randomly start a poker club. but i cant imagine my life without those crazy nights oflaughing, eating, and cheating. charity chips are the on ly way to play.

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Dad: You have made me the man I am today You aren't just my inspiration, you are my best friend. I cannot express how grateful! am for the time we shared together and the countless memories and valuable lessons I will always cherish. I know you are always with me. Love you.

Mom: To put it simply, I would be no where without you. You have taught me about morality, compassion, and most importantly happiness. Don't worry, Bentley will take my place seamlessly at home.

I Corinthians 13: 4-5

Jenny: Although you might not realize it, our friendship has shaped so much of my life. Despite the bumps in the road I couldn't have asked for a better sister We have had so much fun together and remember I'm always here for you. Love, BroBro

TD CLUB: JS, GS, NC, AE, CR, JC; good luck next year '07: DP, BE, GL, SS, BH, JM, TL,

Jessica CJ?gque{ Perez

Mom: How can I begin to thank you? You have been my support and my best friend for the past 18 years. Through the good tin1es and the bad, you've stood by tne and helped 1ne grow into the person I've becotne. I thank you fron1 the botton1 of my heart. I love you so n1uch.

Jack§on CJ?.yan Perry

"I think that if we are going to reform the world, and make it a better place to live in, the way to do it is not with talk about relationships of a politi cal nature, which are inevitably dualistic, full of subj ects an d objects and their relationship to one another; or with programs full of things for o th er people to do. I think that kind of approach starts it at the end and presumes the end is the beginning. Programs of a po li tical nature are important end products of social quality that can be effective only if the underlying structure of soci a l valu es is right. The social va lu es are right on ly if the indi vidual valu es are right. The place to improve the world is first in one 's own h eart and h ead a nd h ands, a nd then work o u tward from there. Other p eop le can talk abo ut ho w to expand the d estiny of mankind. I just want to talk about h ow to fix a motorcycle. I think that what I h ave to say h as more lastin g va lu e ."

TECH SHOUTOUTS: Annie, Frances, Kaley, black and white Chris. gets no shoutout.

"WE TAKE A HANDFUL OF SAND FROM THE ENDLESS LANDSCAPE OF AWARENESS AROUND US AND CALL THAT HANDFUL OF SAND THE WORLD."

Thanks to my mom and my dad for raising me right.

Thanks to Barack Obama for being my JFK.

Thanks to UNC for being the best basketball team ever!

DEBATE SHOUTOUTS: Kyle, Stevie, Kevin, Bowen, and my partner Liza.

There are four types of business: tourism, food service, railroads, and sales. And hospitals/manufacturing. And air travel.

guidiMg me through 6 years of tech theatre, and encourngiMg m,e all along' the way to be who I am, I hope you two never become sane, because "that would be a S,Gd day for t ech ies indeed.

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Thanks f'or being around all the t imes r needed a friendly ear. I love yot.J guys so much.

LuMch four years of c ra:zi ness has made my high sc hooJ y'ears awe.som e. N ,ever a dull' momen t , from dogpiles on Jen's floor to burying tlerek at the beach. rve had such a b last with all of

Amy and Joyce: coffee dates = my LIFE. I wo uId have been so Iost witho ut he i ng able to talk to you guys. Joyce. you're the big sister I never had; I love you and w,ish you the best in everything you do. '!"

Mom and Dad: I love you guys with all my heart. You are the reason I can live each and every day to the fullest. Your approval and your guidace means everything to me and I truly appreciate everything you have done for me in my life.

Dad: I have never been more sincere in my life than when I say you are the one person in my life that I aspire to be like.

Mom: You are the best mother a child could ask for. You are my calming force, and the nurturer to which I owe all of my happiness.

amazing 11 years being your superior. It's going to be hard to live up to the legacy I've setup for you, and quite frankly near impossible. But seriously, we've had some good times and I can't wait until you go through high-school. Love

Sasha : We've had an amazing run Dan: You're like another brother to me, man. man We've been able to work out We talk about everything, and practically did our "long distance relationship", everything together in high-school. I'm so even though society said it couldn't glad God found me deserving enough to have be done. Cheers to many more years a friend like you. Thanks for all you've ever my dear friend. done for me.

Peter: I really don't know how we've Matt and Alex: You guys are pimps and really become such good friends, but I do tight friends. I'm so glad I had the opportunity know that I wouldn't be the same to have fun with you and get to know you. person without you in my high school Aubrey, Gracelyn, Kate: You guys are amazing life. Thanks for the hilarious moments and I will miss you all so much. We have so and antics we've s hared over these much history together, and I can't imagine highYou're gonna do great school without you guys in my life. Thanks for everything, and I'll miss you guys a lot.

Bryan: You are such an amazing friend and person - there is not one person in this world who can ever dislike you. With your hilarity and your kindness I have never had a dull moment with

Evan: My favorite Hippie, you've always been the chillest person I know. You have taught me the value of being your own person and living life to the fullest each and every day. I'll never forget your friendship.

JMP, Kyle, Connor, Jason, & the guys: You guys never cease to make me laugh. I know that I can count on a good time with you guys everytime. Thanks for the great memorie s and the good times.

A.J., Billy: I can't imagine what my life is going to be without you guys. Exemplary friendship, you guys inspire me everyday to be a better person and better friend. I love the years I've shared with you both and I will miss it a lot. Thanks guys, for everything.

.Jlu6rey Lynn CJ(Iio

Jordan CJ(icliard- Craven

JADIEWADIE: You truly amaze me. You're so independent and always go for your dreams with inspiring bravery. You've taught me so much and I am so proud to be your sister. No matter where I am or what happens , I'm here for you and love you always.

Maya: You're such a kind and strong person. I greatly

Mom and Dad: Thank you for Nick: You bring so much laughter admire how you've overeveryday, for always loving me no and joy to our lives. Every day come adversity and always matter what, and for the encourage - with you is an adventure and I'm so stand up for yourself. ment, honesty, and support. I'm so proud of the sweet and smart kid Know you can do anything lucky to have two such incredibly you've become. I love you so much in life b/c of all your gifts. 1 strong people to admire. You've love you so much and will taught me so much about who I am Grandma and Virgie: No words always be here to support the person I want to be , and what ' can express how grateful I am you. I value in life and people. I'm so to you. I look up to you both so Ms. Bischoff, Ms. Marion, proud to be your daughter. Please much and hope I can one day be Ms. Zetlian, Book Group know I'm eternally grateful and will as strong, brilliant and generous as moms: Thank you for the always Jove you. you are. Thank you for everything wisdom, generosity and love.

Kaylin and Haley: Thank you for Noor: Even with our battles, the crazy study sessions, nights out, we've grown up together and and sleepovers. Junior year was so helped each other become the hard but SO fun because of you girls. people we are today. Thanks Thanks for the listening , encourage- for great memories , most of ment , and consolation. JMP!!! them involving vomit, and all

Annie B: Know

I'm always willing to listen , eat a pint of Phish food, or open my home to

you. You are a sister to me and I'm so proud of the person you've

ere to the bungalow to Ari's car, I've become. Thank spent some of the you for 14 years of best days of my life friendship. with you! Thanks for all the adventures.

you for the hours

Malory: My vacation Amanda: From P O. to from real life. From Garland, I've watched on your couch, you overcome adversity in matching dresses , ways. You are Ugla and Jon-Jon, mcred tbly strong and I re- the revival of our do look up to you. Take friendship , and the

Pams, Be Perf ' t , Adieu. last 15

AJ: From 5th grade football, to middle school dates , to our "college plan," you have always had a special place in my heart I can't help but be happy when I'm with you. We

really understand and care about one another, and I hope we

never lose that. I'm so excited for our future adventures.

Bryan: From chillin in your car to goin a little crazy, I enjoy every moment with you. Thank you for your magical ability to make me laugh, for being so goofy and genuine and for always being there.

Leslie and Savannah: I will never forget our AMAZING trip, the goals we set, and that piece of paper we all signed on the plane I hope the future holds more adventures for us Wherever we end up, I'm

Kate: White R-C , you really are my sister You have been a remarkable friend and truly saved me in these crazy years. Always know how much I appreciate, admire and love you. Our friendship is so important to me and always remember "George of the Jungle" and being lost on the 101! We have so much fun ahead of us! Thank you for everything

Aubrey: From Old Mill Road to Malaga, we truly have raised each other. We have our differences but the connection we've created over :,...p;,.,.,....

Billy: Thank you for the water fight in the Paseo parking lot, the ethical debates , the Xmas Eve convos, and for being such a Elena: From the college giver. You truly understand me talks , to self-esteem stuff, and I trust you completely. I reto boy drama, I can share spect you so much and know you myself completely with are going to do amazing things you. You accept me for ex- with all your gifts. actly who I am and help me see myself better. Thanks for all the fun and always

MARGES Kelsey: From poker, to wakeboarding, to Lacy Park, you always make my worries disappear. Thank you for nev e r judging and always listening. always here for you.

Lucas: From these 14 years always overcomes them. No matter how long it's been crepes , to or how far apart we are, I know discotecas, to t we'll a lways be close. Good luck runnmg ou on b11 th nk .f' w1th those shots in college, fighter 1 s, a s 10r nk mo ey. everything.

Stephen: Sansai platters, Entourage or great talks, i

loving me I can't wait to

see where life takes us b/c i know we'll always be there for one another.

Price: Deon Sanders the rock game thanks for all the laughs.

ILOVEYOU's:

Chloe, Jamie , Alex K, Alex G, Nitin, Gracelyn, Dhananjay, Zane , MadG! ....._._.,. love you

Ally: From your couch to Kelsey's dinner table , you always make me laugh and I can alw ays be myself with you. Benson +Stab ler forever! Lauren G: I can always count on you to listen and love me. Your infectious enthusiasm for life draw s u •llllil people to you and I hope you see

how amazing you are. So many people already do. Thank you for being so giving, honest , and fun.

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Sarali P,{iza6etli Scliorr

· I don 't tell you nearly enough how much I appreciate everything you do for me. You somehow always know exactly what I need , whether it is freshly baked cookies when I'm studying, a back rub, or a simple warm hug. No matter what , you always make everything better. Through the ups and the downs , you ' ve taught me to be optimistic , stick to my guns , follow my heart , and never doubt myself. People sometimes tell me that I'm just like you; I'm not sure if I'm there yet or ever will be, but that is th e best compliment som eone could ever give me I love you.

Dad: You are without doubt one of the smartest people I know. You ' re dedication , hard work , sacrifice, and con sta nt love for our family has given us everything we could ever want and need, and so much more I love that I can always laugh and joke around with you , because I know that deep down you ' re ju st silly goofball Thank you for teaching me so much about life, and encouraging me to always try me best even if I don ' t succeed. I lo ve you, Dad , and I'll alway s be your cuddle muffin!

sign of our closeness that we always know exactly what the other is thinking without having to say a word. Thank you for being such an amazing role model- your influence has impacted me in ways I don ' t think you realize. You have so much going for you- have confidence in yourself and don"t ever doubt your abilities, because I never do. Remember: we

Greg: I know it must be hard sometimes being the oldest , but you were made for the job. You 're a trailblazer- you 're never afraid to try new things , and you do them because you want to and not because someone else told you to You inspire me to expand my horizons and be myself, and to not care what other people may think Thanks for all the advice and pep talks- I know that I can always count on you , and that's what makes you the best big brother I could ever ask for. I love you!

laugh with you for hours over things that no one else finds the least bit funny. I can truly say that I would not be the same person I am today without you; you push me everyday to go outside my comfort zone , meet new people, try new things, and enjoy life. I can't imagine going through these years without you. Thank you for being such a constant in my life and for always being there for me no matter my mood. LO forever and always.

Ida: You may be thousands of miles away, but you are still one of my closest friends I'll ne ver forget all the ways you made my junior year of high school one of the best in my life Your experiencing thing s for the first time and with such enthusiasm made those exp eriences just that much mo re worthwhile for me Thanks for being such a great friend, and always remember: it 's not a goodbye, it's a see you later.

Laura: Don ' t you dare change your personality!

You are thoughtful , caring, and hilariously funny without even trying- I am so lucky to have you as my friend. I'll never forget Footloose last year and our epic pre-performance ritual.. we make it our own Love you Laurence!

Claire: Forever my silver lining You are brilliant, beautiful, and incredibly talented at everything you do I have always envied your quiet confidence and the graceful way in which you carry yourself, no matter the situation. Even though we only became friends at the end of sophomore year, I feel like I've known you for so much longer. Thanks for all the cra zy memories , laughte r, and late-night In-and-Out runs.

Kelsey: You are honestly one of the most genuine and down-to-earth people I know. I am so glad we ' ve stayed such close friends through it all, because I don't know what I would have done without you! Whether dancing in movin and groovin class, filming infomercials, picnicking in the park, having photo shoots in the Dodger Stadium parking lot , or crying over My Girl and cookie dough , I alway s have so much fun every minute I'm with you

Kate: You say what you mean and mean what you say, and I love that about you. You're so much fun to be around because you are spontaneous , witty, and you keep me on my toes! Thanks for always making me laugh and reminding me never to sweat the small stuff You'll always be my favorite babysitter and dancing buddy!

Michael, Connor,

Will: School just wouldn't have been the same without you guys You always make me laugh (even if I sometimes don't show it). Thank you for your amazing friendship and for always having my back.

John

Peter, Jason, Kyle,

Steven Josepfi Stringfe{{ow

ou and I ave a rendezvous w1th destiny. We w1 1 preserve for our children this, the last best hope of man on earth, or we will sentence them to take the first step into a thousand years of darkness. If we fail, at least let our children and our children's children say of us we justified our brief moment here. We did all that could be done.

Jennifer Sun

This is my wish for you: Comfort on difficult days, smiles when adness intrudes , rainbows to follow the clouds, laughter to kiss -our lips, sunsets to warm your heart, hugs when spirits sag, 'eauty for your eyes to see, friendships to brighten your being, lith so that you can believe, confidence for when you doubt, ourage to know yourself, patience to accept the truth, love to omplete your life." Unknown

To my parents: I love and respect you both so very much. You always know when to push me further and when to just support me as I am. Even those times when I seemed not to have followed your advice, your ·words have not been lost on me. I hope I may always be a pride and joy to you.

Joyce Clii-Siian cTai

Guh, thank you £or all the life lessons, the laughs and the tears. You always are the one to lead me when I get lost, and you've always done it with a smile. I know I have nothing to £ear with you watching over me

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11 1 fij lt c \the same time, then you were probably an only child. Sunshine

}l.my. I cou[cfn 't nave macfe Bye bye tfie past two years witnout Bunny. Hello you. Love you. Hammy

Everyday holds the possibility of a miracle. David

Jen, we con hove miles between us, but we've got enough laughs and smile to fill the space. Best friens forever is on understotment. I love you 1\ _ 1\

Mom and Dad: Thank you for being the best parents a son could ask for. I feel incredibly lucky to call you my parents. Madeline: You are the coolest sister in the world. Thank you for all your support through the years, and I will just be a couple miles away.

Billy: The memories are too many to count. Looking back, it seems like everything we've been through has been just one blur good times. Love you bro. Dan: You're the man. You've always been a good person and a good friend . Peter: What to say? I've known you forever man

The Boys: Poker, guy nights, vgs , deer humping, karaoke, too much to list in this little space. I will always look back at the times I've had with you guys and smile Every single moment has been a blast.

'07-RR, AA, TL; '09-EL, JL, CL, SS; '10-JW; '11-BE, DW, MS,

Laura, the best part about being friends with you is discovering each day that we have

Caitfin CBrianna Wafsli

Where would anyone be without their parents? Coach, trainer, groom, chauffer. Thanks for letting me become the person I am today.

you truly realize how

Julia be ready to be on the phone 24/7 next year I think I'll need to tele-cuddle

C{aire Wa{ucli

Mom , I appreciate everything you do. You are the strongest woman I know , and you have always been my role model. I love you.

Dad ,

You've taught me the value of hard work , the greatest skill ,:_" I have. I love you , and I will always be your little girl.

Grams,

I love your stories . You always know how to make me laugh. Thanks for all the love , pamper. and food.

and Becca , Laura , My beautiful sister. I've always looked up to you. You're going to do great things. Love you , -Bear

We have always been an unbreakable trio. No three cousins could be closer.

Justin , My protector. Thanks for always being there for me. You are the best big brother any girl could ask for.

Chloe ,

I couldn't have made it through high school without your laughter, Kyle._,..--.................. love , and friendship You are the best You never cease to

Luce , I can 't help but smile ever y time I see you. Your infectious laughter lights up the room. You are a great person , and friend. friend anybody amaze me I love you could ask for. We are always in each other's heads. Thanks for all the animals. I love

Eran

Mom and Dad: Our relationship has meant so much to me over the past four years. From our late night talks to our Santa Barbara walks , I feel so fortunate to be your son.

I'll love you forever I'll like you for always n,..---_A s long as I'm li · your baby i'll be.

Katie: From playing soccer in the hallway to dodgeball with socks , you have always been able to put a smile on my face. I love you so much.

1 Jordan: And as the :years go by, !our friendship will never die.

You gonna see it's our destiny. You got a friend in me. Jordan thank you for being you.

AJ: I can't even recall all the good times we have had. It has been an amazing ride, and I know it will continue. From screwing things up to falling face first, you have always been there to pick me up. Thanks for the best friend anyone could ask for. Love you bro.

Dan: Your insight and wisdom are qualities that I have come to rely on I am so glad we have become friends these past years , and know we will continue our friendship for years to come.

Pete: Thanks for always being " that guy." You have always been there for me I will never forget our talks , our lunches , our drives , or our crazy bets. I know you will make it out there.

Bryan: The gentlemen's club would never be the same without you. You will always have a place in my heart.

The Boys , Torey, Johnny, Nitin , John Michael, Dhananjay: From OVM to deer humping and everything in between, you guys have made these

"lfya gotta go, go with a smile"-- The Joker '07- RR , AA '09- SS, GF, EL, JL '10- JW '11-BE , DW, LM,

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Mom, Dad, Lindsey Taylor- What more can I say to you guys. These times, they are a changin' but I'm looking forward to the years to come. I love you all

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Class of '08: I have grown up with a ll of you and I can't imagine having a better group of friends. I wil l miss you next year! Rafaella: You are by far my oldest friend I love thinking about all of the fun we've had together. I can't imagine going to college without you. From Guitar Hero to Havasupai to obsessing over Captain Jack, I love you! Liz: We've only known each other for four years but it feels lik e a lifetime. Your laugh is "what I go to school for." I am going to miss your crazy outbursts so much! Try not to make anyone e lse cry. I you love (and dyslexia your). Kevin: I hope I can find someone as amazing as you in North Carolina. Havasupai, my surprise 18th birthday, post-finals picnics, photoshoot days, and embarrassing Jonas Brothers concerts, I've had some great times with you! Despite your OCD, you are so much fun and I am going to miss you and your Harry Potter obsession like crazy. Jessie: Umm so whatever happened to our band? Let's face it, we would have sucked You are so cool, JPez. You are going to be the first Cubo-Japanese person to ever invent a robotic version of Joe Jonas. I'll test out the prototype for you. You're so much fun and I'm going to miss ta lkin g to you about our crazy friends! Laura: You are so beautiful! Accept it! ! I hope you will go crazy in college and have enough fun to make up for all the years that you've spent working hard. I lov e you, stay in touch! Kelsey: I wish I was as beautiful as you are. Even though I don't understand the country music obsession, I'm going to try not to be judgmental. I'm going to miss you, Kels Kels!! Caitlin: We've shared a love of The Office/Jim Halpert ! wish I was Pam and of course No Doubt (remember those days?!). I'm going to miss your loud (offkey) singing on the senior patio. And of course your anti-conservative lunchtime speeches and long stories about horses, cats, dogs, etc. Good luck saving the world, you'll do it someday I know! Miranda: You have made procrastination an art, seriously, I'm actually impressed. Stay in touch, I'm sure we'll see each other a lot during our four co ll ege years. Mo and Karl: I LOVE YOU GUYS! Remember when we spent five weeks playing Scattergories and taking pictures with Mimring instead of working? That was great. Promise you'll visit me in college. Games Class TA's: It's been fun guys. I'll bring food when I visit. And don't let those bratty kids win, lo sing is good for them:) Mrs Cotti, Mrs Ulmer, Mr Pickering, Mr lpswitch, Mr Fay, Mrs Harrison, Mme Mair, Mrs Davis, Mr McGrail, Mr White: All of you have made my time at Poly not just memorable but fantastic! Thank you so much for everything you've done! To all my other '08 friends: Nanerz, Sarah D, PJ, Aubrey, Chloe, Claire , Lucy, Ben, Annie, Doug, Mariel, Alex K, Darius. I'm going to miss all of you too. I hope our paths wiJl cross in the near future! Gilfillans and Praters: You have been my two extra families for as long as I have been a liv e. I don't know what I wou ld do without you knocking some sense into my parents' heads. I know you'll take care of them when I'm in NC. Thank you for all of your love and support.

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You build on fai lure. You use it as a stepping stone. Close the door on the past. You don't try to forget the mistakes, but you don't dwell on it. You don't let it have any of your energy, or any of your time , or any of your space. J Cash

There's some quality you get when you're not totally comfortable. When you're not doing what you're used to, you could completely fall on your face. You could completely blow it. Beck

What you've just said is one of the most insanely idiotic things I have ever heard. At no point in your rambling, incoherent response were you even close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. Everyone in this room is now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may God have mercy on your soul. -Billy Madison

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Dance Ensemble: Gracelyn Bateman, Chloe Gaffney, Tanner Johnson, Gabi Kinker, Jamie Morrison, Blaine Ohigashi, Natalia Ramirez, Aubrey Rho, Aubrey Walker, Brigitte Alanis, Morgan Romey.

Factory Boys: Grant Genske, George Hakimeh, Kevin Louie, Sam McCarthy, Alex Murphy, Zach Murphy, Alex Ostroff, Ben Puliafito.

Vocal Ensemble: Katie Antonsson, Olivia Crawford, Jane Davidson, Katie Morgan, Chloe Rodriguez, Olivia Russak, Madison Scheckel, Sooln Yoon.

Ensemble: Lindsay Bern, libby Boyer, Christine Choi, Anna Gilman, Ellie Malchione, Dvisha Patel, Sarah Patterson, Alice Readick, Christina Seta, Regina Zmuidzinas.

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A magician at the Steinway grand

A of jig_saws. crosswords and Scrabble

Ahungry bookworm burrow4ng through tomes. Atenn}s apt.a1n and edit or [n chief

Amaster chef in the kitdlen at home

Our treasure and scholar, muse,. Jock. leader and humanlmrranf

You are a gift to a iJ who know you and to the wmfd at large . May your energy and zeal never wane. May your m' nd always find the nourishment it aaves, and your :soul be :swathed In love and f.Jlay the world hear your votCie, value your worth and benefit bam your talent

Allourlbve.

Moll\ Dad, Alii

"If you don't know where you are going, you might wind up someplace else."

-Yogi Berra

Slmmone, Wherever you go, we know the Journey will be exciting. All our love, Mom, Dad, and Margaret p.e. Don't forget to touch home plate.

Elizabeth,

We

are so proud of you.

We love you.

Mom and Dad

To a Daughter Leaving Home

When I taught you at eight to ride a bicycle, loping along beside you as you wobbled away on two round wheels, my own mouth rounding in surprise when you pulled ahead down the curved path of the park, I kept waiting for the thud of your crash as I sprinted to catch up, while you grew smaller, more breakable with distance, pumping, pumping for your life, screaming with laughter, the hair flapping behind you like a handkerchief waving goodbye.

Linda Pastan

I did it my way. -Frank Sinatra

But they are useless. They can only give you answers. -Pablo Picasso, about computers

Stirling,

We are so proud of you.

Love and congratulations!

Mom, Dad, Gordon, and Robert

Laura,

... Brighten the world

all your happy a cushion for

We love you, Chloe!

Mom, Dad, and Jordie as you've brightened our lives.

We love you!

Mom, Dad and Amy

Okay, 3, 2, 1 let's jam

" for one of the nicest things about mathematics, or anything else you might care to learn, is that many of the things which can never be, often are. You see it's very much like your trying to reach Infinity. You know that it's there, but you just don't know where - but just because you can never reach it doesn't mean that it's not worth looking for."

The Phantom Tollbooth SEE YOU SPACE COWBOY

Love always, Dad, Mum, and Charlotte

Sensitive, spirited, sunshine boy with golden curly mane Instead of roaring, your eyes silently spilled towers of tears with calm, unflappable tolerance.

Blonde baby. The more we tried to love you up, the more you pushed away. Spun around and chose a polar trajectory. Instead of hugs and kisses, you preferred to dig in the mud. Unlike saccharine flocks who danced the robot, you alone preferred the A-man shuffle. Said you were you, not who they claimed you were, or could be if you tap danced.

Politely waltzing back when some demanded more attention You came third, but won the silver loving cup for best in show. Blue eyed boo who blew glass and threw pots, Swallowing Spanish wall waves, Gliding down mountaintops, Diving, flying, soaring somewhere speculative Inventing your own version of the tango Claiming your own stake, breaking ground evolving energy, guzzling life.

It had to be your way. Attentive yet in silence, we let you be to find your unwavering soul serenely as we always knew you would.

We love you and are so proud of your accomplishments. Always be true to your passions.

Love,

Mom, Dad, Mimi, Mike and Phil

Co119ratuCations, Amy!

We are so proud of you!! Ancf so gratefuL for the joy you 6ring to our hearts ancf our Fwme. It wi[[ 6e so quiet without you- without the pi1Wcfi[e games, the 6age[ runs, the SLAW jokes, the PDQ everything on the pia1W, theY &G de6ac[es, tooth diecks after water po[o, dranta after a[nwst everything, Citt[e outrages in the [auncfry ancf the rrtoo[s of the trade" in your 6athroom -- ancf nwst of a[[, without the encf[ess de6ate over the va[idity of the Turte[ian Coro [[ary.

Our hearts are fuLC k1Wwing the ntany exciting adventures tfiat await you. But fiave 1W cfou6t tfiat you are ancf wi[[ a[ways 6e in our hearts every seconcf of every cfay ancf tfiat you are the Civing proof tfiat the Turte[ian Coro[[ary is an immutab[e [aw of nature.

Dear Dhananjay

As you sit in your ro01n at night and flip the pages of this book Remember, to get where you are, the effort that it took. What a journey it has been to bring you up from birth Ofhappiness and challenges there hasn 't been a dearth.

When you learnt to walk and talk and bike and hike and read '-- __...r:li8illi.-It gave us joy and made us proud of the life we hope you 'lllead. We reme1nber how, missing us, ' 'Mam1na, tu aa, "you'd chant Then fight with your cousin for the Jove ofyour Aunt.

With ups and downs and ups again, life's a roller-coaster ride You 're guaranteed to win, ifyou live on truth's side. Be humble in a victory, stay strong in a loss Most ofall, do not forget to bathe and brush and floss.

You've overcome obstacles with ease and poise and grace Trust in your inner self, when a dilemma you face. If life throws its blows at you, on the course, you stay Remember, all your family is just a phone-call away

Good Luck,

Mamma, Baba and Shivani

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We love you and are so proud of you; Mom , Dad, David and Max

11 The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their Eleanor Roosevelt

Jilly

"Talkative, cheerful, friendly, Daughter ofmom and dad, Who feels tired, new/fresh, excited, Who needs companions, work, family, Who gives smiles, advice, effort, Who fears spiders, worldwide disasters, injuries of family and friends,

Who would like to see ancient tour the world, some days of rain, some of shine, Resident of large house, Ontario ave, Pasadena, the earth."

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First day of 11th Grade

day of Kindergarten

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'From Vay One and every stp a(ong the way, we've been so yroud and a[( your rfhanksfor fetting us ride on your coattaiC5 for 14 wondeifu[ years.

Love a(ways,

'Mom, 1Jad, 15randy and the rest if the fami(y

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The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie closed last

fall ... ... but the prime of Miss Amanda Fink is just beginning.

We shall not cease From exploration and the end oF all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place For the hrst time.

-T.S. Eliot

charlie- with all our love and pride, Dad) Mom) Sara and John

Dear Ally,

Over the years you've worn so many hats, and in the future you will wear so many more. We are so proud of you in all of them. Love you forever, love you for always •••

Love, Mom, Dad, and Karyn f'Akka")

TOREY

You'll never have to wonder or ever have to question how much you are loved byyourfamily. You havebeenablessingfromtheday you were born and continue to .txrt:tc-... 1 makeeachoneofus proudofyou. Keep happiness and joy in your heart. Keepyourspecialtalentfor and kindness in your spirit. We are confident that the decisions you are making at this time of your life will reward you with the blessings thatyou deserve in the future.

We love you, Mom, Dad, Heather, Kevin, Jennah, and Kendall

Dear Gracelyn Princess,

We are so very proud of you and all that you have accomplished. We are impressed with all the effort you put into everything that you do. Thank you for being our Gracelyn Princess, our Nut Child, our Snuggle Princess, our DTP, and our Baby. You have kept us entertained through the years. As you go off to college, always remember to "try it, try it, and you may..." and maybe stay away from the Knock, Knock jokes. We are so happy that you are our daughter. You have grown into a wonderful and beautiful young lady.

Always remember that we love you so much. Love, Mom & Dad

Uear O.urly G-irl, I love you attd l't\1 proud of you. Love, Christopher

We are so proud of you Gracelyn! All of your hard work has paid off. We love you and know that you have a bright future ahead of you.

Congrats, little Buddha Head!

Love, Melody, Tom and Daniel Monster

Great Granddaughter Gracelyn, I am so proud of you. Yesterday, Preschool

Tomorrow, College Unbelievable

I love it, I love it, I love it

Love, Great Grandma Grace

Dear Gracelyn , Congratulations !!! You did it!!

Time goes by so fast and you have accomplished so much. You are growing into such a beautiful and talented young lady and you always make us smile Just know that our thoughts and best wishes are with you . We're so proud of you Love , Grandpa Augie and Grandma Gudrun

Remember to take me with you. Love, Koala

Douglas, the man of many talents

Clown

Wonderful Son

Fun-loving Guy

Brother

Viola Player

Engineer

Mountaineer

Dear Savannah,

You have danced through our lives with laughter and grace, intelligence and hmnor, and a natural kindness that is startling to behold. Your precious gift to us has been you, just as you are. As the great adventure of your life takes this next tum, we will be sitting breathlessly in the front row cheering, crying, holding your hand, and letting it go--being a part of every step, even as you find your own way.

Mom, Dad, & Isabelle

Sarah Duan

Sarah, you are such a wonderful person. Your family loves you and will miss you a lot. The sky's the limit with a personality like yours.

THE WISEST MEN FoLLow THEIR OwN DIRECTION. EURIPIDES

WE LovE You AND ARE So PROUD OF You!

LovE, MoM DAD BETH AND CATE

A L E X

You are my hero!Enjoy the journey. Love you, Dad

COOL SINCE 1990

Love Mom, Dad, Jade, Maya, and Nicholas

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......ue to be the strong and beautiful young woman you are and never be afraid to folow your dreams. I love and support you in everything you do and even though you are my younger sister, know that I have always looked up to

We've watched you grow to be a beautiful, intelligent,and loving young lady. The sky is the limit and nothing will stop you.

With all our love, Nana & Grandpa

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Live the life you imagined.

H.D. Thoreau

Kyle,

We are so proud of you. The best is yet to come ...

Kyle, Congratulations, youlve come so far!

We love you!

Your Sisters, Katie and Courtney

We (ave you! 1Jad, and 'E(ijafi

run nouveau voyaae commence

Seaua i vostri soani e ra88iunaa yer (e ste(fe!

Congratulations Derek! We are so proud of you and all your accomplishments.

Here's to a new chapter in your life filled with continued success and happiness!

Love, Mom, Dad and Stephanie

Dearest Billy:

Some people come into our lives and quietly go ...

Some stay for a while, leaving footprints on our hearts, And we are never the same.

Thank you for being a part of our lives - you have touched each of us for the better. We are so proud of you and we love you very much. Congratulations!

Love, Mom, Dad and Katie Ann

You 've been a ?art ol, o.ttr da/ly 1/ves !'or 1-::f. years

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we '11 try to be stron3 as we 3oodbye.

We '11 refrlefr?ber the 3ood 6fr?eS So we don't cry.

Yo.tt 're the beSt brother, the beSt Son a l'afr?/ly could have.

Yo.ttr ?reSence has blessed each one of' .tiS.

77-?at you carry a ?/ece ol' us where eVer you 3o.

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4nd a!wa.;s f:now we love you and weiCofr?e you hofrle.

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'David,

rThrouBh the years you've a(ways been our "Chamy".

When we first heard your heartbeat to now, we see it beat strona.

We know the hand cj §od wi(( sustain you.

Live rife, you have been Biven c(aim to it; the years are evidence you are destined for 8reatness.

Wa(f throu8h the door oyen wide for you.

Our (ove is with you, our dreams ride on your shou(ders.

Your mettfe is hot and ready to be fashioned.

We (ove you dear(y, 'Mama, 'Dad, 'Danief & 'Diana

''All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them."

-Walt Disney

Soar with the eagles and follow your dreams . ..

Love Always, Mom, Dad, and Lauren

THE MANY FACES OF KAYLIN

ADVENTURER

HELPER

COMMUNICATOR

EACH ONE UNIQUE AND PRECIOUS. WE LOVE AND ADMIRE YOU DEAREST KK.

ORATOR

FASHONISTA

BEAUTY

ATHLETE

To Our Thomas,

You have always been a man of many talents-with tnore yet to be discovered! We will watch you soar in the future. We love you.

Dad,

Mom, Elizabeth, Carolyn and Christopher

We ·Clf':7e so prouc\ . o .Pyour accornplishrnents and the person you have become. \lYe vvish you vvell in your future endeavors Clnc:\l<novv· ..flr1ctt you will rnC}I<e the most ofall the opportunities th;:rt

fJt seems Uke you just arrived but now you are licensed to drive You'(( soon be B.one to adventures beyond where you'(( continue to thrive.

Love a(ways, Mom

Whatever you do, wherever you go, in good times and bad, whether the view is clear or cloudy, whether we live thousands of miles apart or on the same block, I believe in you and I will always be there for you.

Love you, Dad

You are surrounded by a family who has always ' lo v ed you and always will.

IIWlnen you know what you want to do vwith your life, take a wild leap - in the <dark if you have to, then hit the grotund running Following your owm path is incredibly rewarding, but defiinitely not easy Exhaust yourself doirng what you love most.. .. and you willl be filled with a heartfelt joy that is hiighly contagious ...If you follow you1r heart and use your head, you'll nev{er be -Bradley Greive

JAMIE

We love you and are so proud of you; always know how deeply you are loved and how much joy you have brought to our lives. We are so proud of the person you have become and each day feel blessed at having you in our lives.

You are so warm, so loving, and have more talent than you know... go boldly into the future honey... may all your dreams come true.

Mom, Dad, Kenny & Linda

Aubrey,

We tove You!

Mom, Dad, Brandon, and Cameron

We are certain that You will leave A new path behind you. Believe in yourself, and Tread your own path. With love and support, Always, MomandDad

IN OUR DREAMS YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE LOVE,

MOM, DAD AND MAD

Marina? Isadora? Helena? Helena. Helena Malchione. Haley. Ha-he. Helena-capena. Helena-DueyMalchione-get-down-off-that-roof-now! Hale. Hales. Halesabury. Haley- Whaley. H-dub. Our Haley.

Kind Friend. Accomplished Linguist. Dauntless Acolyte. Hardworking Editor. Inquisitive Mind. Thinking Fashionista. Union Station Hostess. "Beautiful Jenny." Savvy Technologist. Determined Water Polo Player. Good Driver. Steinbeck Devotee. Brave Cook. Waltzing Fraulein. Tender Soul.

Careful Ethicist. Lasagna Connoisseur. Intrepid Spirit. Awesome Writer. World Adventurer. Poised Beauty. Gracious Tennis Partner. Graceful Dancer. Fun-seeking Cousin. Fun-seeking Niece. Affectionate Granddaughter. Thoughtful and Devoted Sister. Loving and Much Loved Daughter.

To build a wall, to build a house, a dam, and in the wall and house and dam to put something of Manself.... to take the clear lines and form from conceiving. For man ... grows beyond his work walks up the stairs of his concepts, and emerges ahead of his accomplishments. The Grapes of

Benji-

You've always marched to the beat of a different drum.

Explore the world, and create your own symphony.

We love you, Mom, Dad, DeeDee & Cutie

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Our [oving daugter and sister. We are a[[ so very proud ofyou. Love you a[ways, <Jvf_om, <Dari, Jason and <Jvf_icfiae[

CongratuLationd, Loui.:Ja!

Love, Mom, Dad d Phelpd

CONNOR

"TODAY

IS YOUR DAY! YOUR MOUNTAIN IS WAITING! SO GET ON YOUR WAY."

- DR. SEUSS

"TODAY WAS GOOD. TODAY WAS FUN. TOMORROW IS ANOTHER ONE."

-DR. SEUSS

WE ARE VERY PROUD OF YOU! LOVE ALWAYS, MOM, DAD, l<ARA AND TANNER

LUCAS

Life is what you make it. Work to enrich the world and you will enrich yourself. Pride should be enjoyed quietly. Keep fear a close advisor, but not ruler. Blame is waste.

Sorrow is a spice of life, not a recipe. Real friendship is forever. Love is unconditional. Honesty and kindness go hand in hand. Generosity is a gift for the giver. Happiness will cmne with age, Knowledge with time.

We love you so much & We are so very, very proud of you, son! Mama&Papa

Innocence Personified

Dear Nitin,

You are very precious to all of us. We wish you infinite happiness and success.

Love,

Sachin, Mom & Dad, Nana & Nani, Dada & Dadi

('Strength does not come from prysical capaciry. It comes from an indomitable will. n - Mohandas I<. Gandhi

Nitin Potter

College Apps ... *sigh*

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Soul Brotha

8th Grade Graduation

STEVIE

WE'RE SO PROUD OF YOU! YOU HOLD THE COURAGE OF YOUR CONVICTIONS; YOU THINK FOR YOURSELF; WE'RE PROUD OF YOUR DRIVE & PROFOUND SENSE OF DUTY REMEMBER: ANY JOB WORTH DOING IS WORTH DOING WELL; STRIVE TO BE GOOD & TO DO GOOD LOVE WITH YOUR WHOLE HEART

WE'LL BE WITH YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY! WE LOVE YOU MOM. DAD Be SAM

Congratu(ations 'Matt!

Yo -ur fove of nature. music, martia( arts, 6ase6a(( andJarni{y liave made us yroiicl Love, 'Mom, 'Dad&: Joseyli

Dan,

You are so smart and inqui ·itive-may your passion lbr learning bring you success and happiness. There's nothing you cant do w·hen you set your mind to it- so go for itl You are sweet, generous at1d have a great sense of humor Bdng my younge t. it will bee pecially hard not having you around ne t year but l'm excited to see what your future holds for you. I love you very much, Mom

Cong r atulations Don i

Dan,

You arc generous and game for anything: card games, music in the ·car, Starbuck. runs, Hair pray. I have some of the best mcmorie. hanging out just the two of us. Those who get to know you are the fortunate ones - I m the luckiest because I got to grm up with you. o matter' hat you do or whcr tifc takes you, 1 hope you kno\ that I ' ill always be there for you.

Love you and congratulations! Love Jen -

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Dan, I \'v'ill really miss havi.ng you around, although my body won't mi ·s the wrestling. You are ready to tackle life on your o•Nn but know that we will alway be here ror you. You arc loving generous, inqui iti c and pas about whatc ·cr interests you There is nothing you cannot a hie c, so dare to dream , believe in yourself, and have <1 bla t! Love, Dad

Soccer, theater, water poro, Boy Scouts skiing, great family vacations ... .it has been a fim joumey with you.

Dan, Congrats on graduation 1 I .look back on all of the wre tling matche and adventure we' e had o er the iast 18 years. and wouldn't trade them for anything. r only wish I could have been around more during the last few ears. I can t wait to see ' hat your fultJre brings! Love, te e

11 There are on(y two (astinB bequests rwe can ho_pe to aive to our chi(dren. One 1 these is roots; the other, winas. 11

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13e younB, be free, and a(ways reach for the stars.

We (ove you, 'Mom, 'Dad, justin, Laura, o(Cie and 'Mo(Cie

Your hard work, determination, and passion has always taken you over the top! We're proud of you. Love, Your Family.

Stuart

Thanks for all the joy and laug1ter. We're proud of you. Don't to call. We love you.

9Vtom, <Dad, Vsclii, 1?.g6ert and La1ren

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Ignore Ignorance

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Sophomore Richard Arnett (left) slides aground as his classmates face the waves behind him.

Courtesy of Kelsey McWilliams

LIFE

"In spite of the storm, we still had

On the trip horne, students experienced an unexpected squall, causing the boat to take on water.

"Climbing down the granite slab was the most physically and mentally challenging thing I have ever accomplished , " recalled sophomore Molly Thornton. " It took so much heart for me to keep moving down the face of the rock, and, without the help of my group members, I don ' t think I would have been able to do it. " More than 35 freshmen embarked on a five-day journey to Catalina Island aboard the 130-foot, threemast " American Pride" to enhance their knowledge of geology, marine biology and environmental science.

In keeping with Poly tradition, the junior class divided into four student pods that canoed down the Colorado River for fi v e days. "We started at the Hoover Dam and ended at a take out point, " explained junior Jenny Lamb. " If there was anything I could change about the trip, it would be to canoe on a different part of the ri v er that had less wind. One day , all of the boats reached the shore e x cept three that were stranded in the middle of the river because the wind une x pectedly picked up. We worked together as a team and rescued our friends who couldn't get to shore. " As with all outdoor education trips, students participated in group See OUTDOOR ED, page 9

cace a 1n l 'l o rt il· S an " By the end of the week I had mastered new techniques that made me a better surfer," said sophomore Richard Arnett. "I loved surfing all day and hanging out with my friends in the evenings. We would sit around the camp fire and tell stories about how gnarly the waves were."

"We tried to have interesting conversations with the kids in hopes of learning more about their culture, "

vo i unteerin J t o n e 1 p a home for a family or work on community projects. As the service trip was in a new location this year, it was somewhat disorganized , with little instruction in building houses once the students reached Mexico.

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r o i ep1ayea. iL t h e T ecat e c :· nmunity." One of the more notable trips was the strenuous fast-packing trip in Yosemite National Park, which involved trail running with a daypack that just contained the bare necessities, like water and power bars. The first day, students hiked the 13-mHe valley loop trail, followed by a different hike in Upper Yosemite Falls on the second day. The trip ended with the 18-mile Half Dome trail that normally takes an average of twelve hours to hike.

.L nii year , t -wo :e-w ele m er :s were added to the always-popular sophomore mountain biking trip. Not only were freshmen also offered this trip, but its location was moved from Sedona, Arizona, to the Eastern Sierra mountains of Mammoth, California. According to sophomore Amy Robles , "The freshmen were really great to hang out with, but I think next year they should separate the freshmen and sophomores for some rides so that each student can get to know [his or her] own classmates."

mar k th Poly students will have the opportunity to benefit from leadership training conducted by skilled outside professionals in the field . Students will leave school on a Friday afternoon and travel by bus to the Brandeis-Hardin Institute, a 3,000-acre retreat facility in the wooded hills of Simi Valley , about 45 minutes from Poly. The girls will be housed in double cabins, each with its own private bathroom . The institute has a challenge ropes course , which will be part of the formal activities on Saturday. Time and weather permitting, other optional BBI features include tennis courts , a swimming pool, horseback riding , hiking and nature walks. The girls will return to campus Sunday afternoon. The overall program will be led by Dr. Susan Murphy, professor of psychology a t Claremont McKenna College and interim director of the s chool's nationally recognized Kravis Leadership Institute. Her distinguish e d work with high school and college s tudents entails leadership studies programs that enhance the de v elopment of students ' full potential as young leaders. Murphy, who will be assisted at the retreat by two associates from Claremont McKenna and a handful of Poly senior girls, is the author of The Futur e of L e adership Development, The Quest for Moral Leaders, and Power Mentoring: How Successful Mentors and Proteges Get the Most Out of Their Relationships. The retreat, completely underwritten by the Dr. Harriet Braiker Memorial Foundation, is being spearheaded at Poly by freshman dean Kate Butler and senior deans Alice Cotti and Renee Bischoff, all of whom will chaperone the event. See LEADERSHIP, page 2

xploring the Pacific Ocean in a sailboat, fast-packing the trails of Yosemite, mountain biking through the High Sierras, kayaking in the Channel Islands, and canoeing through rapids down the Colorado River were just a few activities Poly students engaged in as part of outdoor education week, September 28October 5. Through hands-on outdoor activities, students developed new skills and gained a deeper appreciation of the world around them. For the first time ever, the Outdoor Education program offered a trip to San Diego where sophomores learned to surf through hands-on instruction by the Surf Diva School and three Poly faculty members. This group set up a base camp at Carlsbad State Beach and drove to their surf school beach lo-

The community service trip to Tecate, Mexico, attracted many sophomores and freshmen interested in living _in a different C!Jlture sophomore Alison Sonnenschein mentioned. "We met with the town council and talked about our host orgal_.lization, "Coraz6n" and the a great time hanging out, kayaking to the beach, snorkeling and learning about marine life," freshman Charlotte DeAntonio commented.

Juniors in Pods A and B load their canoes in sight of the Hoover Dam on the first day of their Outdoor Education trip on the Colorado River.

Joselyn Lai!The Paw Print

By MIMI REA Student contributor

• Scattered around the continent, Poly students spent the first week of October on various outdoor education adventures.

Students Return from Trips Week

he first undertaking of the Harriet Braiker Leadership Initiative will be an innovative threeday weekend retreat program designed to cultivate leadership skills among Poly's freshman girls. The theme of the retreat, scheduled for December 7-9, is "Making an Impact." The retreat, part of a broader initiative of the Harriet Braiker Memorial Foundation, will explore issues of leadership, self-awareness, and community to prepare Poly's female freshmen for the challenges of high school, and encourage and prepare them to pursue leadership opportunities in and out of school. The program will offer leadership training and skills enhancement for the participants, as well as discussion to debunk certain stereotypes, including some ingrained genderbased beliefs and obstacles. It will

TBy KATIE MILLER Assistant news editor

• In coordination with the Harriet Braiker Memorial Foundation, Poly plans a Leadership Initiative that will kick off with a retreat for freshman girls in December.

Freshman Girls to Learn Leadership Skills

October 31, 2007 On the Internet:

www.polypawprint.com/

Polytechnic School :: Pasadena, California

Students

Return from Trips Week

• Scattered around th e c ontinent, Poly students spent the fir st week of Oc tober on various outdoor education adventures.

ByMIMIBEA

Student contributor

Exploring the Pacific Ocean in a sailboat , fa s t- packing the trails of Yosemite, mountain biking through the High Sierras, kayaking in the Channel Islands, and canoeing through rapids down the Colorado River were just a few activities Poly students engaged in as part of outdoor education week, September 28 - October 5. Through hands-on outdoor activities , students developed new skills and gained a deeper appreciation of the world around them.

For the first time ever, the Outdoor Education program offered a trip to San Diego where sophomores learned to surf through hands-on instruction by the Surf Diva School and three Poly faculty members. This group set up a base camp at Carlsbad State Beach and drove to their surf school beach loc areo 1n 1'-lon n· rn San Die g•-

"By the end of the week I had mastered new techniques that made me a better surfer," said sophomore Richard Arnett. " I loved surfing all day and hanging out with my friends in the evenings. We would sit around the camp fire and tell stories about how gnarly the waves were."

October 31, 2007

Juniors in Pods A and B load their canoes in sight of the

the first day of their Outdoor Education trip on the Colorado River.

The community service trip to Tecate, Mexico, attracted many sophomores and freshmen interested in living a different culture v oiun teeri n j; ro ne1p m ; l d a home for a family or work on community projects. As the service trip was in a new location this year, it was somewhat disorganized , with little instruction in building houses once the students reached Mexico.

" We tried to have interestin g conversa6ons with the kids in hopes of learning more about their culture ,"

sophomore Alison Sonnenschein mentioned. " We met with the town council and talked about our host " Cor az6n" and } he ro l e t p1ayeci iL t h e Tecat e c .' nmunity. "

One of the more notable trips was the strenuous fast-packing trip in Yosemite National Park , wh ich involved trail running with a daypack that just contained the bare necessities, like water and power bars The first day, students hiked the 13-mile valley loop trai l , followed by a di fferent hike in Upper Yosemite Falls on the second day. The trip ended with the 18-mile Half Dome trail that normally takes an average of twelve hours to hike.

"Climbing down the granite slab was the most physically and mentally challenging thing I have ever accomplished, " recalled sophomore Molly Thornton "It took so much heart for me to keep moving down the face of the rock, and, without the help of my group members , I don't think [ would have been able to do it. "

a great time hanging out, kayaking to the beach, snorkeling and learning about marine life ," freshman Charlotte DeAntonio commented.

.L nit year t wo :.ew elemer,- s were added to the always-popular sophomore mountain biking trip. Not only were freshmen also offered this trip, but its location was moved from Sedona, Arizona, to the Eastern Sierra mountains of Mammoth, California

According to sophomore Amy Robles, "The freshmen were really great to hang out with, but I think next year they should separate the freshmen and sophomores for some rides so that each student can get to know [his or her] own classmates."

In keeping with Poly tradition, the junior class divided into four student pods that canoed down the Colorado River for five days

Freshman Girls to Learn Leadership Skills

• In coordination w ith the Harriet Braiker Memorial Foundation , Poly plans a Leadership Initiativ e that w ill ki ck off with a retreat for freshman girls in De c ember _

By KATIE MILLER

Assistant news editor

The first undertaking of the Harriet Braiker Leadership Initiative will be an innovative three-day weekend retreat program designed to cultivate leadership skills among Poly ' s freshman girls. The theme of the retreat , scheduled for December 7-9, is "Making an Impact "

The retr eat , part of a broader initiative of the Harriet Braiker Memorial Foundation , will explore issues of leadership, self-awareness, and community to prepare Poly's female freshmen for the challenges of high school , and encourage and prepare them to pursue leadership opportunities in and out of school. The program will offer leadership train i ng and skills enhancement for the participants , as well as discussion to debunk certain stereotypes, including some ingrained genderbased beliefs and obstacles It will rr1.ark th ..- fi1;::;L P o l y sttldents will have the opportunity to benefit from leadership training conducted by skilled outside profe ssionals in the f ield

as

More than 35 freshmen embarked on a five-day journey to Catalina Island aboard the 130-foot, threemast "American Pride" to enhance their knowledge of geology, marine biology and environmental science. On the trip home, students experienced an unexpected squall, causing the boat to take on water.

"We started at the Hoover Dam and ended at a take out point," explained junior Jenny Lamb. " If there was anything I could change about the trip , it would be to canoe on a different part of the river that had less wind. One day , aU of the boats reached the shore except three that were stranded in the middle of the river because the wind unexpectedly picked up. We worked together as a team and rescued our friends who couldn't get to shore. "

As with all outdoor education trips, students participated in group his classmates face the waves behind him.

"In spite of the storm, we still had See OUTDOOR ED, page 9

Students will leave school on a Friday afternoon and travel by bus to the Brandeis- Bardin I nstitute, a 3 ,000- acre retreat facilit y in the wooded hill s of Simi Valle y, about 45 minutes fro m Pol y The girls will be hou sed i n double cab i ns, each with its o wn priv ate bathroom. The institute has a c hallen ge ropes course , which will be part of the formal activities on Saturday. Time and weather permitting , other optional BBI features tennis courts, a swimming pool, horseback riding , hiking and nature walks. The girls will return to campus Sunday afternoon.

The overall program will be led by De Susan Murphy, professor of psychology at Claremont McKenna College and interim director of the school's nationally recognized Kravis Leadership Institute. Her distinguished work with high school and college students entails leadership studies programs that enhance the development of students' full potential as young leaders. Murphy, who will be assisted at the retreat by two associates from Claremont McKenna and a handful of Poly senior girls , is the author of The Future of L eadership Development, The Quest for Moral Leaders, and Po we r M e ntoring: Ho w Successful Mentors and Proteges Get the Most Out of Their Relationships.

The retreat, completely underwritten by the Dr. Harriet Braiker Memorial Foundation, is being spearheaded at Poly by freshman dean Kate Butler and senior deans Alice Cotti and Renee Bischoff, all of whom will chaperone the event. See LEADERSHIP, page 2

Joselyn Lai/The Paw Print

Hoover Dam on

Courtesy of Kelsey McWilliams

Sophomore Richard Arnett (left) slides aground

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Polytechnic School:: Pasadena, California

Students

Return from Trips Week

• Scattered around the continent, Poly students spent the first week of October on various outdoor education adventures.

By MIMI BEA

Student contributor

Exploring the Pacific Ocean in a sailboat, fast-packing the trails of Yosemite, mountain biking through the High Sierras, kayaking in the Channel Islands, and canoeing through rapids down the Colorado River were just a few activities Poly students engaged in as part of outdoor education week, September 28 - October 5. Through hands-on outdoor activities, students developed new skills and gained a deeper appreciation of the world around them.

For the first time ever, the Outdoor Education program offered a trip to San Diego where sophomores learned to surf tlu·ough hands-on instruction by the Surf Diva School and three Poly faculty members. This group set up a base camp at Carlsbad State Beach and drove to their surf school beach lo-

c<ileo m i'lonn .' rn San Dieg•

"By the end of the week l had mastered new techniques that made me a better surfer," said sophomore Richard Arnett. "I loved surfing all day and hanging out with my friends in the evenings. We would sit around the camp fire and tell stories about how gnarly the waves were."

October 31, 2007

Juniors in Pods A and B load their canoes in sight of the

the first day of their Outdoor Education trip on the Colorado River.

The community service trip to Tecate, Mexico, attracted many sophomores and freshmen interested in living in a different culture an.j to netp a home for a family or work on community projects. As the service trip was in a new location this year, it was somewhat disorganized, with little instruction in building houses once the students reached Mexico.

"We tried to have interesting conversations with the kids in hopes of learning more about their culture,"

sophomore Alison Sonnenschein mentioned. "We met with the town council and talked about our host organization, "Coraz6n" and the role f' ptayeci the Tecate .nmunity,''

One of the more notable trips was the strenuous fast-packing trip in Yosemite National Park, which involved trail running with a daypack that just contained the bare necessities, like water and power bars. The first day, students hiked the 13-mile valley loop trail, followed by a different hike in Upper Yosemite Falls on the second day. The trip ended with the 18-mile Half Dome trail that normally takes an average of twelve hours to hike.

"Climbing down the granite slab was the most physically and mentally challenging thing I have ever accomplished," recalled sophomore Molly Thornton, "It took so much heart for me to keep moving down the face of the rock, and, without the help of my group members, I don't think I would have been able to do it."

More than 35 freshmen embarked on a five-day journey to Catalina Island aboard the 130-foot, threemast "American Pride" to enhance their knowledge of geology, marine biology and environmental science. On the trip home, students experienced an unexpected squall, causing the boat to take on water.

"In spite of the storm, we still had

a great time hanging out, kayaking to the beach, snorkeling and learning about marine life," freshman Charlotte DeAntonio commented.

1 ni t year, two : ew etemer:- s were added to the always-popular sophomore mountain biking trip. Not only were freshmen also offered this trip, but its location was moved from Sedona, Arizona, to the Eastern Sierra mountains of Mammoth, California,

According to sophomore Amy Robles, "The freshmen were really great to hang out with, but I think next year they should separate the freshmen and sophomores for some rides so that each student can get to know [his or her] own classmates."

In keeping with Poly tradition, the junior class divided into four student pods that canoed down the Colorado River for five days.

"We started at the Hoover Dam and ended at a take out point," explained junior Jenny Lamb. "If there was anything I could change about the trip, it would be to canoe on a different part of the river that had less wind. One day, all of the boats reached the shore except three that were stranded in the middle of the river because the wind unexpectedly picked up. We worked together as a team and rescued our friends who couldn't get to shore."

As with all outdoor education trips, students participated in group

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Freshman Girls to Learn Leadership Skills

• In coordination with the Harriet Braiker Memorial Foundation, Poly plans a Leadership Initiative that will kick off with a retreat for freshman girls in December.

By KATIE MILLER

Assistant news editor

T he first undertaking of the Harriet Braiker Leadership Initiative will be an innovative three-day weekend retreat program designed to cultivate leadership skills among Poly's freshman girls. The theme of the retreat, scheduled for December 7-9, is "Making an Impact."

The retreat, part of a broader initiative of the Harriet Braiker Memorial Foundation, will explore issues of leadership, self-awareness, and community to prepare Poly's female freshmen for the challenges of high school, and encourage and prepare them to pursue leadership opportunities in and out of school. The program will offer leadership training and skills enhancement for the participants, as well as discussion to debunk certain stereotypes, including some ingrained genderbased beliefs and obstacles. It will rr ark Luta.c Poly students will have the opportunity to benefit from leadership training conducted by skilled outside professionals in the field.

Students will leave school on a Friday afternoon and travel by bus to the Brandeis- Bardin Institute, a 3,000-acre retreat facility in the wooded hills of Simi Valley, about 45 minutes from Poly. The girls will be housed in double cabins, each with its own private bathroom. The institute has a challenge ropes course, which will be part of the formal activities on Saturday. Time and weather permitting, other optional BBI features include tennis courts, a swimming pool, horseback riding, hiking and nature walks. The girls will return to campus Sunday afternoon.

The overall program will be led by Dr. Susan Murphy, professor of psychology at Claremont McKenna College and interim director of the school's nationally recognized Kravis Leadership Institute. Her distinguished work with high school and college students entails leadership studies programs that enhance the development of students' full potential as young leaders. Murphy, who will be assisted at the retreat by two associates from Claremont McKenna and a handful of Poly senior girls, is the author of The Future of Leadership Development, The Quest for Moral Leaders, and Power Mentoring: How Successful Mentors and Proteges Get the Most Out of Their Relationships, The retreat, completely underwrjtten by the Dr. Harriet Braiker Memorial Foundation, is being spearheaded at Poly by freshman dean Kate Butler and senior deans Alice Cotti and Renee Bischoff, all of whom will chaperone the event. See LEADERSHIP, page 2

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Courtesy of Kelsey McWilliams Sophomore Richard Arnett (left) slides aground as his classmates face the waves behind him.

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Thank you for all of your incredible hard work, enthusiasm, and dedication to the Poly community. Whether for your teaching in the classroom, coaching in taekwondo, cross country, and football, or simply for sharing your unique and unforgettable stories, you will be remembered and cherished. We wish you the best in your upcoming adventures and endeavors and will never forget the impact that you have made on our school.

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A yearbook is more than just a collection of pictures and memories-it is a document that leaves a legacy on a year of our lives. Creating that document, Oak/eaves 2008, was only possible through the extensive contributions of many, many people-thank you to everybody who played a part in the production of this book. To our wonderful staff, it never ceased to amaze us how dedicated you all were.

Toiling away in the Mac Lab, going hungry in the Pub-you guys sacrificed a lot of time and effort to make this year's book successful. To Nitin, thank you for being like a third editor-in - chief to us. Jennifer, thank you so much for your constant support and guidance. Your organization and dedication to the yearbook really mean a lot, and we couldn't have done it without you. Corey Mundwiler, thank you for working closely with us and being understanding and helpful through all of our problems. To Mr. Barry and the Tech Crew, thanks for making sure that all our computers were running smoothly. Lastly, we would like to thank you. It is for you, for the Poly community that we love so much, that we make this yearbook--ENJOY!

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