Class of 2019

Hannah Lawson Parents/guardians: Stephanie Lawson, Jeff Lawson I haven’t always lived in Yellow Springs, but have defi - nitely enjoyed the opportuni- ties it has provided for me, as well as the amazing people it has allowed me to meet. I’ve met some of the most influen - tial and important people in my life, from friends to men- tors. One of my favorite experi- ences has been taking riding lessons at the Riding Centre — that’s where I was able to make some of my best friends. The School Forest club has been one of the better parts of my high school experience. I appreciate all the help and support I have gotten from my teachers throughout the years. I couldn’t have done it without them. My plan for the fall is to attend Ohio State University to study astronomy. Jesse Linkhart No response submitted. Zach Lugo Parents/guardians: Kira Lugo, Brian Lugo Sprawling on the fringes of the city In geometric order An insulated border In-between the bright lights And the far, unlit unknown Growing up, it all seems so one-sided Opinions all provided The future pre-decided Detached and subdivided In the mass-production zone Nowhere is the dreamer Or the misfit so alone Subdivisions In the high school halls In the shopping malls Conform or be cast out Subdivisions In the basement bars In the backs of cars Be cool or be cast out Any escape might help to smooth The unattractive truth But the suburbs have no charms to soothe The restless dreams of youth Drawn like moths, we drift into the city The timeless old attraction Cruising for the action Lit up like a firefly Just to feel the living night Some will sell their dreams for small desires Or lose the race to rats Get caught in ticking traps And start to dream of somewhere To relax their restless flight Somewhere out of a memory Of lighted streets on quiet nights Subdivisions In the high school halls In the shopping malls Conform or be cast out Subdivisions In the basement bars In the backs of cars Be cool or be cast out Any escape might help to smooth The unattractive truth But the suburbs have no charms to soothe The restless dreams of youth Looking back on my time as a student in Yellow Springs, I feel incredibly grateful for the people that I’ve met and shared experiences with. I’m most grateful for my friends, teachers, and coaches. I have many fond memories that cor - relate with Yellow Springs High School. But all said, Yellow Springs High School is still a high school. We all share the same struggles every other high schooler shares. The fear of not fitting in, not being good enough, cool enough, smart enough. Even in YS there’s still subdivisions. Not knowing where you’re going or what you want to do. You don’t realize that opinions aren’t provided. Decisions aren’t pre decided. It feels like you’re going to be in high school forever and you never have to worry about what comes next. But everyone who graduates admits, “Man the last four years flew by...” Connor McAnerney Parents/guardians: Gigi McAnerney, Kevin McAnerney I’ve been going to Yellow Springs schools since I was young and I have made some great friends over the years. It was okay. I’m going to University of Cincinnati to study business analytics. I have many memories here, but I’m ready to move on. Jude Meekin Parents/guardians: Nan Meekin, Kirk Meekin Yellow Springs has been such a great place to grow and learn, I’ll honestly miss it. I plan to attend Southern Illinois University and major in zoology this fall. I’d like to give a special shout-out to John Gudgel for always being there for me, and being one of the best people I’ve had the pleasure of meet- ing. To all my swim, track, and cross country coaches, my teachers and my wonderful parents: thank you for helping me become the person I am today; I couldn’t have done it without you. Harper Mesure Parents/guardians: Craig Mesure, Sylvia Ellison Meaningful things from my Yellow Springs experience: Santa Breakfast at the Meth- odist Church; Riding horses at The Riding Centre; Riding my bicycle all over town; Playing violin in school orches - tra; Gold Cup soccer with YSSI; School plays and musicals; YSKP shows; Gingerbread Festival at Mills Lawn; Eighth-grade trip to DC (where I was born); Orchestra trip to Chicago; YSHS service learning trip to Peru; Antioch College Wellness Center; Strength training with Mia; High school soccer, swimming, track and field, and cross country teams; Bulldog Brigade and Bulldog Bistro with Jody Chick; Learning different jobs with businesses in town; Working for Mary Kay at the Winds Cafe. My plans in the next couple of years: I will be studying culinary arts and Career X at the Greene County Career Center. I will continue to work and learn at the Winds Cafe. Thank you to all my teach - ers, coaches, teammates, class - mates, friends and family. Yellow Springs High School  CLASS OF 2 0 1 9  A Special Section of the YEllow Springs News  |  May 23, 2019    5 MVECA Nipper’s Corner Re/Max Victory, Chris & Rick Kristensen Re/Max Ultimate, Craig Mesure Reichley Insurance Agency O u r S p o n s o r s  Ryan Millen Parents/guardians: Tara Millen Well, I didn’t grow up in Yellow Springs — I moved here from Columbus. But I can hon - estly say that I love it here a lot more. The people are nicer, the schools are better and I’m able to be me without being afraid of others. So thank you, Yellow Springs, for the warmest wel- come I’ve ever had. Gabe Muballigh No response submitted. Tariq Muhammad Parents/guardians: Teresa Wagner, Lee Wagner I did not grow up in Yellow Springs, although this is my second year here. The first time I came here was the summer of 2005 — I played Minor League baseball for the Pirates. My senior year at Yellow Springs High School was amaz - ing — I love all the teachers