by Nick Hammond ‘25 As I’ve gotten older, and especially as my high school experience comes to a close, I have begun reassessing what is truly important to me and what activities and experiences I want to prioritize. I have found great fulfillment and passion by reaching into many different areas of creative expression and work, but I have also … Read More
by Cliff Vacin ‘25 I’m confident enough to say that everyone has sad or stressful periods throughout high school. My freshman, sophomore, and junior years were filled with a lot of misery, with most of the fault being my own. A lot of stress manifested throughout that time, and it’s hard to look back at my younger self and be … Read More
by Paloma Illanes ‘25 Thinking back on the last four years of my life at Sherwood and trying not to sound too cliche is difficult. Like everyone warned, it’s gone by in the blink of an eye and I can’t seem to wrap my head around the fact that I’m graduating soon. I’ve grown as a person, but I’m also … Read More
by Declan Rooney ‘25 As a freshman coming into Sherwood I was self conscious of everything I did. I was scared to talk to kids I didn’t know. I was scared to go out and do things because of how I thought people might perceive me. I’m sure we all can relate to the struggle to “fit in” coming into … Read More
by Jordan Costolo ‘25 I’ve done a lot of dumb stuff over my time at Sherwood. I competed in a watermelon eating contest and lost terribly, dressed up in embarrassing costumes for spirit days, did jokes in front of random people that only my friends and I found funny. I was loud, sometimes obnoxious, and overall spent a decent amount … Read More
by George Awkard ‘25 Compared to Spring, the other seasons seem long-awaited. Spring’s rainy days seem endless, the daylight stretches on like a never-ending to-do list, and the end of school feels light years away. Yet, spring holds something special, especially for seniors. With Prom, the last day of high school, graduation, and Beach Week all just around the corner, … Read More
by Audrey Farris ‘25 Senior year descended with a heavy weight, each tick of the clock echoing the relentless march toward graduation. My world was shifting, soundtracked by the echoes of 60s and 70s psychedelic rock. Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon became a constant companion, especially “Time” which wrapped itself around my soul. The idea that nothing lasts … Read More
by Hannah Mushahwar When reflecting on my time at high school it is easy to hope that I stood out. After thousands of assignments that my peers completed just like me, I still hoped for a way to make myself original and unique. But the truth is, I’m not. One of my favorite quotes from Chuck Palahniuk says, “nothing of … Read More
by Elsie Rozario Walking around the blacktop in elementary school, I never expected to make friends. Most other classmates had already found companionship, playing four-square or tag during recess with their peers. I preferred the isolation of walking. To me, it was better to be bored alone than stressed attempting to introduce myself to others. Eventually, another person started walking … Read More
by Mauricio Altamirano Early in my senior year, I began to feel overwhelmed by everything: college, academic pressure, self discovery, and the impending end of my carefree life. I often felt stuck because I hadn’t yet figured out how to be myself or manage my life. There were times when I felt negatively about my situation. However, I no longer … Read More