Freshmen Interviews 2
- ntaing2003
- Sep 22, 2020
- 4 min read
Interviewed by Nora Taing
Brooke Ramirez
- Despite starting off online, how is middle college for you?
"Even though starting off online is a bit hectic and sometimes frustrating, I really enjoy Middle College. I really enjoy the clubs. Even though it’s online, I can still feel those really positive vibes. And everyone is so helpful and nice—like the upperclassmen are really informative and kind. And the other freshmen are helpful too, because I know I’m not the only one in this struggle, and it takes away some of the stress."
- What are some of your hobbies?
"Some of my hobbies include surfing, drawing, sewing and altering clothes, and cooking. I’m not that good at surfing but it’s really fun—sometimes scary—but really fun. I draw when I get the chance, usually. With school, I have a busy schedule, but when I am free it’s something small that makes me really happy. For most of my drawings, I draw inspiration from songs and music. I really love clothes and style. I got a new sewing machine recently and am buying some new stuff for it, but I have some beautiful outfit ideas in mind. But cooking is my favorite hobby, I really like it when others try my food because there can be so many levels in flavor and depth in cooking—it's fascinating. And food makes people smile, and it can be a way of showing love and care. Sharing that with others like family and friends is the best feeling ever."
- What is your favorite food/restaurant?
"My favorite food would probably be my grandma’s Albondigas soup. She usually makes it when it gets colder outside. I love my grandma and all the food she makes. A lot of the food I learned to make was from her. But recently, I’ve been trying to eat more vegan food, but it’s not a strict diet at all. I just wanted more veggies in my daily meals. And my favorite restaurant would be “EAT bar and grill” in Thailand. It was so amazing there, and it was so welcoming and such a positive vibe. The owner, who was Swedish, actually came and sat down with us for the whole meal and we all talked and laughed. It was one of my favorite experiences at a restaurant."
- What would you say is your spirit animal?
"I think my spirit animal is a lion. I am a Leo, but I don't know if that is relevant. I would say that, because lions are strong, lions are leaders, and lions have such a confident and headstrong aura to them, but they are also just big cats, and they can be playful and loving and funny. I like to think I know what I’m doing with my life and where I’m heading, but also keep in mind that I should enjoy my life too, and I shouldn’t have to live so strictly and orderly. It’s okay to have fun, but also knowing what your values are and who you are as a person."
- What was the funniest thing that happened to you?
"In the 6th grade, one day we had a substitute. And so it was like a Fun-Friday, and my friend Veronica and I were just eating grapes in the corner of the classroom talking. And it was really loud in that classroom, and everyone was having fun. And I started choking on a grape but also laughing. So we were dying of laughter while I was choking on a grape. The substitute came by and stopped, and turned to look at me then walked back to the teacher’s desk. And for some reason, this did not help the situation and we just laughed more. That will forever be one of my favorite “funny” moments with that friend."
Mikaela Reyes
- Despite starting off online, how is middle college for you?
"Middle college is something different, something I’ve never experienced before, but that’s why I like it here. It’s different and a fresh start that provides lots of fun things to do as well as nice people."
- What clubs are you in or interested in joining?
"At the moment I’m interested in Key Club, culture club, and Table Top."
- Where would you want to travel after COVID-19?
"I would want to go to festivals like the strawberry festival or the grape festival in Cali.
- What is your favorite class so far?"
"So far I like math since I like math in general and Mrs. Dueltgen is pretty nice as well :). All of the teachers are pretty cool as well."
- If you had a million dollars what would you do with it?
"I’d buy my mom an RV since that’s what she’s always wanted, potting soil for my grandma, and a motorcycle with Doc Martens for my dad."
Michael Crew
- Despite starting off online, how is Middle College for you?
"I think that Middle College has been going well so far. I like my classes, and they’re kind of challenging which is good."
- What is your favorite class so far?
"My favorite class so far has been English. The work is fun and the teacher, Mrs. Mason, is really nice and funny."
- Are there any clubs that you are interested/involved in?
"To be honest, I don’t really want to be in a club. I’m an introvert so the less contact with people the better. Although, if I had to join one, I would join Culture Club because it seems kind of interesting."
- What are some of your hobbies?
Michael likes to play video games and read books in his spare time. He doesn’t have a desktop computer so he plays electronic games on his Xbox and Nintendo switch.
- What is your favorite food/restaurant?
Michael’s favorite food is steak and he enjoys eating it at Texas Roadhouse, his favorite restaurant.
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