“Something that I do that most people probably don’t know about me is that I like to bake. If I had to pick a favorite thing to make, it would be blueberry muffins.
“I came to Northwood for the ski racing program. It is beneficial for me to be able to ski and go to school at the same time. It’s also nice to have the mountain we train on be so close. Skiing is a very important part of my life; I started to ski when I was two and began racing at five.
Although I came to Northwood to ski, I’ve also found enjoyment in rowing, and I am on the Northwood Crew Team. Mirror Lake is such a beautiful lake to row on, especially in the fall with all the leaves changing colors. Although fall has been nice, I am really looking forward to seeing some snow. I’m excited to start my training for ski racing.
“It wasn’t entirely an easy transition from my old school to Northwood. I had to adjust to speaking English full time, as well as doing my schoolwork in English. I was used to speaking and working in my native French back home in Orford, Quebec. This change to English requires extra time for me to translate everything, but I am getting better at it the longer I am here. Talking with friends both inside and outside of my classes has helped me gain confidence in my English-speaking skills.”
As told to Griffin Beam ’25. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.
