The Mirror

The student-run newspaper of Northwood School in Lake Placid.

Humans of Northwood: Cole Van Etten ‘25

“One moment that stuck out to me during my four years here was playing pickleball outside during my junior year, during spring with my friends. Something about the weather, scenery, and vibes made the moment one to remember.  My favorite meal here is orange chicken and rice. I would almost pay for them to make it more often.

“I am a four-year senior here at Northwood. I am a ski racer and enjoy freeskiing in my free time. My favorite things to do with friends here are play soccer, go into town, free ski, watch hockey games, go skating, and play Fortnite. Playing soccer on the outdoor turf during evenings with pretty skies is always a blast.

“During breaks, I like to spend time with family and friends. I am a day student, so I see my family daily, but spending extra time with them is still nice. I work at a marina in the summer, and it is fun. I also like to golf with my friends during the fall, summer, and spring.

“My favorite teacher here is Ms. Van Slyke because she has helped me get through a lot and is always there for me. I also enjoy her art class a lot. I will miss Northwood when I graduate. Northwood has been my second home for the past four years. It will always have a place in my heart.”

As told to Yosef Spear ’26. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.

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The student-run newspaper of Northwood School in Lake Placid

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Humans of Northwood: Cole Van Etten ‘25

“One moment that stuck out to me during my four years here was playing pickleball outside during my…

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“One moment that stuck out to me during my four years here was playing pickleball outside during my junior year, during spring with my friends. Something about the weather, scenery, and vibes made the moment one to remember.  My favorite meal here is orange chicken and rice. I would almost pay for them to make it more often.

“I am a four-year senior here at Northwood. I am a ski racer and enjoy freeskiing in my free time. My favorite things to do with friends here are play soccer, go into town, free ski, watch hockey games, go skating, and play Fortnite. Playing soccer on the outdoor turf during evenings with pretty skies is always a blast.

“During breaks, I like to spend time with family and friends. I am a day student, so I see my family daily, but spending extra time with them is still nice. I work at a marina in the summer, and it is fun. I also like to golf with my friends during the fall, summer, and spring.

“My favorite teacher here is Ms. Van Slyke because she has helped me get through a lot and is always there for me. I also enjoy her art class a lot. I will miss Northwood when I graduate. Northwood has been my second home for the past four years. It will always have a place in my heart.”

As told to Yosef Spear ’26. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.