“When I’m not at school, I like to go for runs on the newly constructed rail trail by my house. The part of the trail that goes from Lake Placid to Saranac Lake is about 9 miles. I have only covered 4 miles round trip so far, but every day I push myself to reach a farther point down the trail.
“The other thing I like to do when I have free time is to produce my own beats. I make all different genres of beats, but my favorite types to make are either drill or trap beats. I have been making beats for three years now. I produce my beats on my computer using FL Studio, one of many commonly used software systems that producers in the music industry use. It takes me about an hour to make a simple beat, but rock and country beats take up to a couple of days. I have my own little home studio with speakers and a keyboard, and I hope to start recording full-length tracks over the summer.
“For my co-co at Northwood, I have been doing crew for the past three years; however, this year was the first year I’ve competed in a race. It was the Head of the Fish Regatta in Saratoga Springs, NY. I didn’t get the results I wanted, but I am incredibly grateful to have the opportunity to race and realize everyone needs to start somewhere. I hope to continue rowing in college next year.
“Out of my three years at Northwood, I have most enjoyed all my new opportunities. From the LEAP trips to the winter carnival, I have met so many nice people. My favorite class was math class with Ms. Rose, who was the girls’ hockey coach last year. Although it was a tiny class, she always made it fun, especially when she brought in her dog, Zury!
“I am super excited for college and hope to become a sports filmmaker or rapper. I have always loved bringing my energy to the table, although I feel like I’ve lost that side of me in high school. I hope to get it back during my older years. I would love to become a well-known rapper who can inspire the next generation.”
As told to JT Wint ’25. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.
