Torch - Spring/Summer 2020

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“ When I think of the future, I’m most hopeful about being a part of something bigger than myself and contributing to my community. I want to continue to meet people who inspire me to be the best version of myself and friends who support me, no matter what. ” —Syndey Garrah, Grade 9

“ I look forward to working hard and focusing my mind to achieve my goals. I am hopeful that opportunity will always present itself. ” —Brianna Melnichuk, Grade 8

“ I am hopeful that we will be able to create a world where everyone has an equal chance to pursue whatever they are passionate about. ” —Mackenzie Johnson, Grade 8

“ When I think of the future, I am hopeful about advances in medicine and science that could greatly benefit society. It’s exciting to imagine that my generation can play an important role in these developments. ” —Leila Agil, Grade 9

“ Thinking of the future, I hope that my generation influences a positive change in society— targeting world issues out of the goodness in our hearts. ” —Claire Coombs, Grade 10

“ I am most hopeful about the technological advances that bring us together to solve some of the serious issues our world faces. One problem that affects many countries is contaminated water sources, but, through technology, affordable sanitation is being created to solve this issue and help save lives. I can’t wait to see what’s next! ”

—Katie Taub, Grade 10

“ I’m not sure what exactly my future will look like, but I hope that, no matter what, I will be proud of what I accomplish. ” —Jilly Menikefs, Grade 12

“ I look forward to exploring opportunities that are not available in high school and

challenging myself to reach my full potential. Life is not always successful, and there will be many obstacles that give us a feeling of doubt and despair, but as Helen Keller said, ‘Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.’ ” —Sae Furukawa, Grade 11

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