Academy Chatter: Who is someone you admire and why?

Staff Writers, Journalism I

Ben Laskowski, sophomore: “My grandpa. He cares for me and helps me through hard situations.”

Howie Gerstner, junior: “Kendrick Lamar because he is extremely talented.”

Luca Frigo, junior: “My grandpa because he is very selfless.”

Mrs. Christine Salerno, staff: “Johann Sebastian Bach because his endless compositions landed a base for all music after, and I wish I could be as good a composer as he was.”

Mr. Brian Bobinski, staff: “My father because he’s always put his family first, he’s hard working, selfless, and he has shown incredible toughness both physically and mentally in many ways.”

Emma Paulson, junior: “My cousin for her helping train girls in Haiti to become nurses so that they can further help their community.”

Sophie Rotherham, freshman: “Probably my sister, [Claire Rotherham], because she seems to be good at everything.”

Maggie Otradovec, junior: “Ronald Reagan because he was a D-list actor of humble beginnings that became on of the most influential presidents in history.”

Will Urick, junior: “Brendan Fraser, because he is such a wonderful man.”

Jack Schumer, junior: “I admire my dad because he’s a great role model for me. He knows when to help me with life skills and is good at giving me advice that I can understand. He helps to appreciate things and he’s always there for me.”

Hannah Weisse, sophomore: “The seniors and the leaders of the girls basketball team because they dedicate their extra time while balancing harder upper classes and their activities while still practicing and keeping the whole team spirit motivated.”

Priscilla Jaimes, sophomore: “I admire my father because he shows that when you want something bad enough, you do whatever it takes to accomplish it. And to push the limits no matter how hard it gets.”

Maggie Gallagher, sophomore: “My dad. He is always one step ahead of everything and knows the right thing to do. He is also always there for me.”

Vanessa Cortez-Aguilar, sophomore: “Someone I admire is my grandfather because he has always supported our decisions. He has always helped us in the hard times. He always gives great advice and does anything to make sure we are okay.”

Briana Fitzgerald, sophomore: “My mother because she is so supportive and helpful.”

Karenna Lamm, senior: “I admire my mom because she is always there for me and supports me.”

Yana Williams, junior: “I admire my grandpa because he is a good role model for me.”

Jack Schumer, junior: “My dad because he always knows the right advice and keeps me motivated.”

Goretty Juarez, junior: “I admire Stephanie, one of my friends, because she always has a positive mind and is always there for me.”

Clara Blumreich, junior: “I admire my dad because he is considerate and empathetic.”

Bella Zent, senior:  “My mom because she is a strong independent woman who teaches me to be my best self.”

Meredith James, sophomore: “My grandma because she always manages to make me smile, and she has been through a lot. Her hardships have made her stronger, and she’s strong and kind which lifts my spirits.”

Aira Guevara, sophomore: “My dad because even though there is bad stuff going on he still manages to find happiness.”

Ms. Robbins, staff: “Mrs. Brown because she is supportive and encourages everybody.”

Brelyn Brabazon, senior:  “My mom because she is always there for me and always so kind to everyone. She makes me want to be like her.”

Ryan Martin, senior: “I admire Mark Suciu because he has magical feet.”

Caleb Baeten, senior: “My mom because she is always there for me and the family and, no matter what, will drop what she’s doing to help us.”

Logan Tennity, senior: “Matthew Re because he is an amazing athlete, student and all around nice guy.”

Cole Whatley, senior: “Fuzz French because he is the definition of Triton on the loose, scholar at large.”

Leya Abujambra, junior: “I admire my dad. He is very hard working, honest and motivated.”

John Nolle, freshman: “Donald Driver because of his unbelievable upcoming and success.”

Emily Hawley, sophomore: “ My mom because she is always doing little things for others like driving me and my siblings around and even big things like helping my dad start a business. She is always willing to give her time to help everyone.”

Evan Walczyk, junior: “Mr. Lagerman because he is a great leader and theologian.”

Reid Kaster, senior: “Brian Shaw because he is a four-time World Strongest Man champion, he has a great work ethic, helps others, and is very motivational.”

Mr. Harry Geiser, staff: “Judge Andrew Napalitano because he is very smart about the Constitution and he is very decisive when it comes to cases involving contradiction to the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.”

David Scolare, junior: “Madame, she’s great.”

Theo Van Straten, senior: “I admire David Scolare and his speed skating skills.”

Kayla Whatley, senior: “I admire Madame for her life advice.”

Magdalena Helfenberger, sophomore transfer: “My aunt because she is organized and a single mom.”

Emma Savona, senior: “My dad because of how strong he is and how he raises all of us (nine kids) while also making time for each of us individually.”

Tommy Martzahl, senior: “Aeva Ver Boort because she is a fine young lady.”

Bergin Olson, senior: “Senora Stover because of her ability to yell at students.”

Sam Gille, freshman: “My mom because she took amazing care of me and my brothers and cares about everyone.”

Olivia Cullen, junior: “My parents because they are both successful and have been good role models for me to look up to.”

Evan Witczak, junior: “My parents because they are always supporting me and want the best for me no matter what.”

Ms. Robbins, staff: “My brother because he’s always stayed true to himself and is never afraid to be who he is.”

Ared Hernandez, junior: “My grandma because she’s helped me through a lot.”

Angel Bautista, junior: “Muhammad Ali because he is a special kind of boxer.”

Leonardo Rodriguez, sophomore: “My brother. He motivates me to fight my fears.”

Diego Sepulveda, junior: “My mom. She teaches me life lessons and helps me whenever I need it.”

Kayla Whatley, senior: “My dad, for never letting his paralysis stop him from something.”

Brooklyn Onell, sophomore: “My dad because he does everything he can to support our family.”

Joel Meglic, junior: “My grandma because she is da best.”

Sarah Wingert, sophomore: “My mom because she’s been through a lot of stuff and she is still my mom and is amazing.”

Vanessa Lent, senior: “I admire my mom because she works incredibly hard to make sure I am happy and provide me with all the tools I need to be successful in my life.”

Ms. Robbins, staff: “My brother because he’s always stayed true to himself and is never afraid to be who he is.”

Ared Hernandez, junior: “My grandma because she’s helped me through a lot.”

Angel Bautista, junior: “Muhammad Ali because he is a special kind of boxer.”

Leonardo Rodriguez, sophomore: “My brother. He motivates me to fight my fears.”

Diego Sepulveda, junior: “My mom. She teaches me life lessons and helps me whenever I need it.”