Personalization, Risk-Taking, Integrity, Discovery, and Empowerment

During the summer months, Sanborn Regional High School will be open Monday-Thursday. There will be staff available to answer phone calls and emails between the hours of 8AM-3PM on those days. Staff in the Main Office and the School Counseling Office will be busy this summer working on schedules and programming for the 2021-2022 school year. If you have questions, you can direct them to the following school administrators:

Brian M. Stack, Principal: bstack@sau17.net

Steve Krzyzanowski, Assistant Principal: skrzyzanowski@sau17.net

Heidi Leavitt, Director of School Counseling: hleavitt@sau17.net

Robert Dawson, Assistant Principal / Athletics: rdawson@sau17.net

The COVID19 pandemic has placed significant learning challenges on our students and our school over this past school year. In response, the school will be running a summer program designed to provide students with a way to recover credit for a course that they failed during the 2020-2021 school year. This program is grant-funded.

This option is primarily for core classes that are graduation requirements. Students in this program will be assigned Edgenuity modules by their 20-21 classroom teacher as part of competency or credit recovery. Virtual tutoring and support from a Sanborn teacher will be available throughout the summer for students as needed. Students may qualify for this option if they meet any of following criteria:

Students who are eligible for the program will be notified by the Counseling Office after grades close on June 18.

The Class of 2021 consisted of 167 graduates. Of these graduates, 38% plan to attend a 4-year school, 17% plan to attend a 2-year school, 13% plan to attend a career/technical school, 2% plan to work in an apprenticeship program, 1% plan to enter a national service program, 4% plan to enter the military or armed forces, 16% plan to be employed, and 9% plan to take a GAP year.

Sanborn Regional High School salutes the following seniors for the commitment to serve our country:

Alan Burns, National Guard; Tyler Bush, United States Marine Corps; Ethan DuBois, United States Marine Corps; Nayla Guevara Estrada, United States Army; Adam Meattey, United States Navy; Tyler Oltsch, United States Marine Corps; Josiah Terlizzi, United States Marine Corps.

The school also salutes the following seniors who held special titles at graduation: Madison Houghton, Valedictorian; Elinor Cotter, Salutatorian; Diana Gibson, Class Essayist; and Lucas Hanson, Class President.

Sanborn Regional High School’s Class of 2021 seniors have been accepted to the following academic institutions:

American Academy of Dramatic Arts

American University

Assumption University

Bentley University

Berry College

Boston College

Boston University

Bryant University

Central Connecticut State University

Central Maine Community College

Clarkson University

Clemson University

Colby-Sawyer College

College of Charleston

Curry College

Dean College

Emerson College

Emmanuel College

Empire Beauty School

Endicott College

Fairfield University

Florida State University

Franklin Pierce University

Great Bay Community College

Hartwick College

High Point University

Hofstra University

Husson University

Keene State College

Lakes Region Community College

Manchester Community College

MCPHS - Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences

Merrimack College

Nashua Community College

New England College

NHTI - Concord's Community College

Northeastern University

North Shore Community College

Northern Essex Community College

Pace University, New York City

Paul Mitchell The School

Pennsylvania State University

Plymouth State University

Pratt Institute

Quinnipiac University

River Valley Community College

Rivier University

Roger Williams University

Saint Anselm College

Saint Michael’s College

Salem State University

Salve Regina University

Savannah College of Art and Design

Seattle University

Siena College

Simmons University

Southern New Hampshire University

Springfield College

St. John's University

Stonehill College

Texas Christian University

The Ohio State University

The University of Tampa

University of Bridgeport

University of British Columbia

University of Connecticut

University of Hartford

University of Illinois

University of Kentucky

University of Maine

University of Maryland

University of Massachusetts Amherst

University of Massachusetts Boston

University of Massachusetts Lowell

University of New England

University of New Hampshire Durham

University of New Haven

University of North Carolina Charlotte

University of North Carolina Wilmington

University of Rhode Island

University of South Carolina

University of Southern Maine

University of Utah

University of Vermont

Warren Wilson College

Wentworth Institute of Technology

Western New England University

Westfield State University

Worcester State University

Each year, our staff commit to writing articles on graduating seniors. At this time, we have not yet completed all of these articles. We will continue to run them this summer until we have. Thank you for your patience!

Marissa Borgesi is one of those students I will remember for a long, long time. She is one of the most hardworking, responsible, and dedicated students I have ever encountered in my career. She is the incarnation of the perfect Sanborn student, treasuring all the values our school strives for. But Marissa is not only a great student. She is also a great athlete and a kind and caring person who has touched the hearts of many.

Teachers and peers alike have been long impressed by her intelligence and her strong work ethic. Marissa always comes to class ready to learn and gives her absolute best every time. Her commitment to excellence and her strong focus and dedication is an example for anyone and everyone. Spanish teacher Colin McQueen said this about Marissa: “Borgesi was always an incredibly conscientious student who took a tremendous amount of pride in her work. On top of that, she’s very kind and always polite. An absolute pleasure to have in class!”

In the same vein, Spanish teacher Cristina Mercedes commented: “In my opinion, a good student should be dedicated, enthusiastic, organized, respectful, and enjoyable. I think all of these words define Marissa as a person in everything she does. I’ve had the privilege of working with Marissa through last year’s pandemic and subsequent remote learning. I got to see firsthand how even these changes couldn’t dampen her endless passion and enthusiasm for learning. She goes above and beyond to immerse herself in the cultures she encounters in class. I wish her nothing but the best in her future endeavors! ¡Buena suerte, señorita Marissa!”

Marissa will attend Merrimack College in the fall to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Psychology. After that, she plans to attend Dental school for another four years to become an orthodontist. Her ultimate professional goal is to open her own practice.

In ten years, Marissa sees herself living down south, maybe in Texas, as she loves Country Music and the warm weather. Traveling around the world is top of her list. Australia, Maldives, Italy, and Spain are her top destinations. Good luck, Marissa! We will miss you!

I had Alex in my auto class and enjoyed his take charge attitude. He was a key player in the auto body work done on the Jeep Cherokee. When given a task I could always count on Alex to see it through to conclusion. Alex is very polite and works well with others. I admired how down to earth Alex conducted himself remotely and in person. 

Mr. Kelly said “I met Alex as a Freshman in my Woodshop class. He was friendly, competent, had a good sense of humor and worked well with our group. Alex has a solid friend group who you always see around him. I was inclined to like Alex since I had worked with his brother, in an after school extracurricular activity. That is my only regret with Alex, that I was unable to get him into D and D.”

 English Teacher Mr. Cass has this to say about Alex: “For a young man with an aggressive name like Alex "Danger" Comtois, he is remarkably mild-mannered. He is kind, respectful, and a good friend to his peers. Good luck after Sanborn, Danger.”

The Sanborn community wishes you well on your journey Alex!

It was my pleasure getting to know Brendan during his senior year of high school. As luck would have it, I never met Brendan before the Covid lockdown in the spring of his junior year, so when he was assigned to my chemistry class last fall, he was a stranger to me. As Brendan tends to be quiet in class and is a very unassuming person, he did not stand out from behind his black screen while in remote learning.

Like many kids who remained remote, Brendan did fine in some classes with that learning format, but fell behind in others. Given the lab nature of chemistry as well as the problem solving type of math that is foundational to the discipline, both of which can be difficult to grasp without in person instruction, Brendan fell behind in my course. This spring, as graduation approached, it became clear that Brendan would need to come in to the high school to work on chemistry if he was going to catch up. I was very pleased when Brendan agreed to come in.

Brendan is bright and he is a quick learner, so it did not surprise me that he successfully caught up with a few intensive one on one sessions. What really impressed me was the flexibility and determination that was required for Brendan to make the decision in the first place. This spring, Brendan made the decision that he was going to succeed, and succeed he did. He was adaptable when he needed to be, and he faced a challenge that will serve as evidence of his grit for years to come.

Congratulations Brendan and the Class of 2021!

I’ve had the pleasure to have had Jon in my eighth grade social studies class, and again in his sophomore year for YGYM. Jon is one of those students whose character develops and gets more intriguing as you get to know him. Jon is creative, intelligent and very funny. His sense of humor is dry. His intellect and worldly knowledge allows him to see life in such a wonderfully odd way- I love it! Jon is one of those students whose mind understands the intricacies of computing, coding, and technology in general. Sophomore year he spent many a day trying to explain what he was doing for his independent project (programming)- I listened patiently, but all I heard was GREEK- and I know a lot of Greek words! Jon will go far in the field that he chooses, as long as he’s interested, he excels.  I see Jon defending the world against cyber attacks and being the quiet hero that just sits in the background like nothing happened. Good luck in all that you do Jonathan!

I’ve had the opportunity to get to know Aodhan O’Dwyer during his junior and senior years at Sanborn. During these two years Aodhan has been a student in two of my math classes. Aodhan is a hard worker inside and outside the classroom and I’ve been lucky enough to experience that first hand.

I first met Aodhan during his Junior year of high school, when he transferred to Sanborn from Epping High School. My first impressions of Aodhan were that he seemed like a quiet student, with a great sense of humor. As I got to know Aodhan I learned that he is a friendly, often hilarious student with a passion for fishing.

During Aodhan’’s senior year of high school I’ve seen him grow into a young adult who’s ready to make his move into the workforce. Next year Aodhan plans on going to a trade school, something I’m sure he’ll find success with.

Aodhan’s presence has always been a welcome addition to my classroom. I’m always surprised by his insight, sometimes about the mathematics that’s occurring during my class. Aodhan is well liked by his classmates. His knowledge about life and the world around him is not lost on his peers. I constantly witness other students asking for his opinions and suggestions on many subjects, school related or otherwise.

I’m so proud of all that Aodhan has accomplished during his two years at Sanborn. I’ll miss the energy he’s brought to my classroom during this time, but I can’t wait to see what he does next. Good luck Aodhan!

Austin Richard has a hilarious sense of humor and always keeps the whole class laughing. He would often show up to class a little late with a ridiculous story of what had happened that morning! I wish I had him in my class for more than one year. He is an excellent mathematician even though I don't think he would like to admit it!

Austin will definitely be missed at Sanborn. His teachers had a lot of fun memories and anecdotes to share about him.

Ms. Grella said, “I had a lot of fun with him in Physical Science his Freshman year. That kid never ceased to make me laugh with his wisecracking antics!”

Mr. Kelly shared, “ When I think of Austin Richards I think of snowmobiles, mudding, burnouts and I smile. I will miss Austin's good nature, his mechanical inclinations and his sense of humor. Good luck Austin, I will miss you.”

Ms. Healey added, “Austin is a wonderful young man with a drive to make it in the working world. One of my favorite qualities he has is the ability to tell it like it is and never apologize for who he is. I'm sure he is really excited to finally graduate. This kiddo worked really hard to make it happen and I couldn't be prouder. We will miss you so much Austin.”

Mr. White said, “ I have had the pleasure of knowing Austin over the past four years. When I first met Austin, he was a member of the freshmen basketball team, which I coached. He was shy and a little introverted. Throughout the next four years, I was proud to see the young man he turned into. He is able to advocate for himself and is a blast to sit and chat with. I will, however, always remember his standout performance during a Sanborn Basketball game, where he scored 18 points! We wish Austin the best in the future and look forward to seeing where that takes him!”

Good luck, Austin! Sanborn won’t be the same without you!

I suppose I should start Dante’s spotlight by apologizing to Dante’s former teachers. If Dante was ever missing from your first or second period class, he was most likely in my room chatting with me. Sorry! We tried to keep it brief!

I had Dante his freshman year at Sanborn and although it’s been a while since Dante was a student of mine he has been no stranger. Every year, I could count on Dante to come back and visit. Dante would fill me in on all things Dante. Our conversations ranged from which classes he was passing and what he was working on in shop to what was going on at Home Depot and his current weekend plans. What made Dante and my conversations stand out from that of his peers was his honest interest in how I am doing. He wouldn’t leave my room until knowing how I was doing and what was going on in my life. His genuine and empathetic character was a refreshing start to my mornings.

Ms. Mulvey adds, “Dante is a gentle soul. He is very curious and that curiosity will continue to serve him as he travels through this journey of life. I've always admired his calm demeanor even in the midst of chaos going on around him. I hope he is able to hold on to this part of him as life keeps pulling him in different directions!”

Dante is kind, caring and compassionate. He surrounds himself with good people and always keeps himself busy by filling his plate. I know he will go places and can’t wait for him to start the journey he is about to embark on.

Now I thought I was a morning person, but have you met Sam Manson?! I told Sam’s class that if they needed extra help, but couldn’t stay after school, I would be available most mornings at 6:50 thinking, ‘c’mon no high school student would ever take me up on it’. But sure enough, Sam did! And she was always EARLY!

I was lucky enough to have Sam two years in a row for honors level math courses. Sam’s hardwork, determination, and perseverance made her an extremely successful math student, which made my job easy! Sam’s positive attributes extend far beyond her mathematical abilities though. Sam is a kindhearted individual and more often than not has a smile on her face. I could always count on her to chuckle at my jokes (even the bad ones). Sam is dedicated to making her community a better place, both in and out of school. On top of balancing all things school related and working a part time job, Sam was a productive member of the Girl Scouts. One of my favorite times of the year was Girl Scout Cookie Season. Sam knew she could always count on me for a sale!

Band teacher Mr. Bradd shared, “I have had the pleasure of working with Samantha Manson starting 9 years ago when she joined the school band program in 4th grade on clarinet. Sammy excelled on her instrument, becoming one of our more dependable section members. Beyond her love of music, and all things Disney, Sammy has a great sense of humor, which for me always makes rehearsal more fun. I've missed not having her in-person this year, but I know that she will continue to excel in all things and I look forward to hearing about what she's up to, long after she's graduated.”

Science teacher Ms. Mulvey shared, “Did you know that during the pandemic, Sam started a business where she makes gift bags and sells them on Etsy? Sam took an accounting class senior year to help her learn to manage her business, or any business, as she has goals of being her own boss! With her new business, she has created items for people who could use some sunshine in their lives. When I look back on the years I have known Sam, I will think of someone who devotes herself to serving others. I can't wait to hear how she keeps positively impacting our world after her days at Sanborn!

Congratulations and good luck with all you do Sam!

If you’ve never met Cooper before, he’s the student in the hallway smiling from cheek to cheek. Cooper’s smile just makes you feel good, no matter what kind of day you’re having! It’s contagious and is something I will always remember about Cooper.

I had the pleasure of having Cooper in math his freshman year and let me tell you, Cooper was one of the most challenging students I’ve had… but in a good way of course! Math came easy to Cooper. Cooper grasped the mathematical concepts with very little instruction and could complete his practice problems within minutes! So I made it my goal to challenge Cooper mathematically; to find a concept that Cooper really had to stop and think about. I think Cooper caught on and some days would slow down while completing his practice problems just to make me feel accomplished, but math is Cooper’s thing! He has the skills to think abstractly and preserve through difficult problems. I wish I had Cooper’s math brain!

Ms. Healey shared, “Cooper is a kind, caring, individual who is a wonderful self-advocate. I love that he has found his niche in construction tech at SST and I can't wait to see where he lands. He has so many talents and is a friend to all.”

Ms. Carson added, “Cooper is a highly skilled, hands-on learner who will leave Sanborn Regional High School with advanced certifications that will launch into full time employment from the moment he graduates. His vocational skills have always been ahead of the curve, but his ability to practically apply what he has learned in the field this past year is notable to his community employer. Cooper is caring, though not carefree, as he takes lifes challenges seriously. He's learned to weather the bumps life has inevitably thrown at him, and has a strong and supportive family structure that allows him to grow and learn at his own pace, while at the same time building tolerance and flexibility. Since walking into Sanborn as a Freshman 4 years ago, Cooper has grown into a kind and humble human who is a pleasure to interact with. I can't wait to hear about the wonderful things he is going to accomplish post SRHS. Proud of you Cooper.”

Ms. McCarthy contributes, “I always enjoyed talking to Cooper because he has so much going on in his life and it’s been amazing to learn from him. From his advanced dog training skills and development to farming to doberman rescue work to construction to pipe fitting he is a plethora of knowledge and information who truly loves to share what he has learned. I know he will be so successful in his life because he realizes the value of having hobbies that truly challenge his mental and physical being.”

Cooper, congratulations! I hope this next journey is an exciting one for you. Whatever roads it may lead you down, don’t forget to use your math brain! It sure will take you places.

Daniel Laprell has one of those expressions that tells you he has a sense of humor but you might have to wait a bit to see it. Quiet and funny, he is a person who loves his cars. Actually, he loves anything with a motor.  He is a talented student who accepts any academic challenge and meets it with a dedication to accomplish the task so he can move on to the next one.

Daniel spent two years in the SST Automotive Technology program and thrived. He has been able to really delve into his love of working with cars and quads and bikes while at SST, but more so his senior year with and ELO and Internship which allowed him the time to rebuilt engines and resell his work to others, starting a new rebuild as soon as his last is complete.

In talking to Mr. Croteau about Daniel he had a huge smile and said “Daniel has this quiet perseverance about him. He will always get things done and accomplish whatever task is at hand. Oh and he has a great sense of humor - he always laughed at my jokes but somehow managed to keep a straight face the whole time!!!”

We who worked with Daniel know that he will have a great future doing what he loves. Daniel, we wish you the best of luck!

Owen was a pleasure to have in my Honors Precalculus class. He comprehends new math concepts easily. In the classroom, Owen is very quiet. I am not sure he even spoke five sentences the entire year. However, things change drastically when he moves from the classroom to his domain.

Owen is a different person on the ice rink and tennis court. Mr. White said this, “He was a beast on the tennis courts; earning the nickname Owen "TOO TALL" Paul.” I never had the opportunity to watch Owen play tennis. I did see him play hockey though. I must agree with Mr. White, he is also a beast on the ice.

It is inside these two arenas where you see his leadership skills shining through too. Owen is a take charge individual. Mr. White noted that Owen is “ not afraid to take the lead in different group projects.” Whether on the ice, a tennis court, or in a classroom, Owen demonstrates characteristics of positive leadership.

I want to congratulate you on this step in your journey. You can achieve what you put your mind too. I challenge you to go and make a difference.

Skylar is a force. Chances are, if you've been to the High School, you’ve seen or heard Skylar. All of Skylar’s passion comes from a place of caring. She makes deep connections with those around her and “wants to make an actual difference in someone’s life for the better.” She’s not totally set on a profession but is interested in Psychology and education.

In Psychology Skylar always chose to push herself academically and tackle difficult topics. Whether she was grappling with signal detection theory in perception or determining the impact music has on memory, her work was always thoughtful and precise. This attention to detail doesn’t stop in the classroom.

In addition to her intrinsic work ethic is her commitment to her beliefs and her sense of others. Vice Principal Steve Krzyzanowski explains, “Skylar is a fixer and as one of the founding members of the school's Justice League, has dedicated the majority of her time and energy at Sanborn being a voice for students and others in our school community. Her energy, enthusiasm and passion will be missed each morning.”

Art teacher Jillian Swist adds, “Skylar is a gem. She's confident, passionate, and bursting with creativity. Her actions and the conversations she sparks with the people around her are meaningful and she always keeps what she believes in close to her heart. Skylar, it has been truly wonderful to work alongside you in the art studio the past four years. The joy and occasional endearing theatrics you have added to the art room and my life. You will be so missed next year.”

English teacher Aaron Cass sums it up by saying, “Skylar, we've had quite a year. I always appreciate your spunk and willingness to be your quirky self. Kudos to you for making it through the year, and good luck after Sanborn.”

The first time I met Hailie was almost startling. She was channeling her inner pterodactyl in the high school atrium and imitating the high pitched screech of this prehistoric creature. This was four years ago when Hailie and I were both new to the high school. During that first sighting of Hailie, she was surrounded by a group of friends laughing hysterically as she continued with her charismatic impressions. Cut to four years later, Hailie is still equally as loveable and weird in the most charming way.

I have a certain attachment to the class of 2021 since I started out as a new teacher when they started high school. Hailie is one of those students who made my years at Sanborn fun and wonderful. I quickly noticed Hailie on the first day (hard not to when you are a small pterodactyl) and she has remained a steadfast art room companion with enough energy to fill the space and make it feel whole. Although Hailie loves to make the people around her laugh, she is also an incredibly hard and determined worker. She balances these two sides of her personality in her work and creations too. A favorite memory of Hailie in the art room was when she took ceramics with Mrs. Vitolo in the classroom next door. At the end of each class she would quietly sneak into my room holding her GIANT work in progress coil pot complete with octopus tentacles and large eyes. When I spotted her peeking over her large vessel and staring at me, I would immediately burst out laughing then marvel at how wonderful and strange it was as it continued to grow.

Over this past school year and for years prior, Hailie has been an essential worker in a nursing home. She loves being able to connect to and help the people she cares about around her. Hailie, your joy and silly antics continue to make me laugh and want to come to Sanborn each day. I wish you the absolute best!

Carson is unequivocally Carson. His sass, sense of humor, and creative intellect are unmatched. It brings me joy when Carson is in the art studio. For part of this year Carson worked remotely, and there was a certain emptiness without his presence in room 126 as I realized how much I had grown to expect his delightful personality, and of course his honest commentary as he painted and simultaneously observed his surroundings. One of my favorite things about Carson is his attention to detail, and his appreciation for the subtle intricacies in our community and world. Carson is undoubtedly stubborn, and he will always do things the way he believes they should be done, which only adds to his authentic self. To top this all off his easy going presence and immediate laugh instantly make everything better.

Carson spends a considerable amount of his time in the art room. Actually, many students are known to frequent the art room, and inevitably this assortment of students keeps things interesting, funny, and sometimes sincerely bizarre. Over the years Carson and I have witnessed and been involved in many of these unpredictable and bizarre moments. I’m always so glad to have Carson in the room to take a moment to be stunned and then laugh off the strange art room occurrences.

I’ve gotten to know Carson pretty well over the years and we’ve talked about summer plans and future plans, and without hesitation Carson told me he would love to live in a house with a porch with a view of water. Carson I hope you know how fond we all are of your genuine kind nature and sense of humor. I’m going to miss you bunches next year and I can’t wait to hear about where you go in life and eventually about your future home, the one with the porch that overlooks the ocean.

Have you seen Nick Demuth’s art? If you haven’t seen it yet, expect to see it in galleries and on shirts, tapestries, and album covers soon because that is exactly where it belongs. Nick switched into one of my art classes his junior year, immediately I was taken aback by his outstanding detailed line drawings. Watching Nick work is equally as intriguing. He starts with a small detail micron pen and a few lines. Without erasing these few lines connect to each other and his design builds out from where he started creating a mesmerizing composition of lines and movement. Nick started working with color and paint more recently, and his work is only getting stronger and more complex. Now many of his pieces have more figurative elements mixed in with his line, shape, and color combinations.

Nick has this beautiful and sweet presence anywhere he is. He is thoughtful, observant, peaceful, and above all very much himself. He pursues what he is passionate about without hesitation, and by doing so he is inspiring to his friends, peers, other artists, and teachers. Nick loves the connection between art, music, and the world around him. Music is a big influence in many of his creative projects. Oftentimes his drawings and paintings reflect his perception of the music he is listening to, and this whole process is a balance of intentional planning and spontaneity.

Nick cannot wait to continue to travel and explore the world, art, and music that exist in other communities, cultures, and locations. He has already done quite a bit of traveling and he is going to take his artistic energy and observant personality with him anywhere he goes. Nick, stay you always. You rock.

Few high school students are as comfortable in their skin and exude as much confidence as Evan. When I had Evan in class for two years, It was always clear that he was a great communicator - The type of kid who could convince you of just about anything! I will never forget when Evan came into class and told me that he bought a boat - Something I never expected to hear from a high school student! Evan was able to work on repairs as part of his STEM class during his Junior Year.

Evan was part of some very unique experiences here at Sanborn. The one that stands out the most is the murderous Cichlid incident. Evan had big plans to start breeding African Cichlid fish as a project, however Evan was unable to find a partner for his male cichlid that would not be attacked and killed within hours. Although his attempts were unsuccessful, The whole situation brought many laughs to the class and demonstrated Evan’s ability to roll with the punches.

Evan has worked hard this year to complete coursework at NECC. He has only a semester left before receiving his first degree - truly a remarkable accomplishment and a testament to his hard work as a high school student taking college courses. Evan has recently started working in auto sales at a local car dealership and hopes to start his own business in the future.

Best of luck to you in all your future endeavors!

I had the pleasure of meeting Colin his freshman year as his Wellness teacher. In the classroom, Colin was very quiet, reserved, and had a very laid-back attitude, but when it came to the gym to do activities or playing sports, Colin became a dedicated, strong, and competitive student/athlete! In sports, he had a no-nonsense working attitude that helped him through 4 years of his academic career. As an athlete, he doesn't shy away from the difficult conversations that are necessary in a leadership position, and he always leads by example with his quiet diligence and commitment to excellence!

I wish you the very best in your future endeavors Colin! Always, Ms. Lang

Colin left a lasting impression on Sanborn Soccer Coach, Nate Sprackland who had this to say, Colin was one of the hardest-working guys on our team in the fall. He definitely showed the definition of “leaving it all on the field” every game and practice. He always looked for things to improve and ways to help his teammates improve as well. His hard work and dedication increased every day and although he wasn’t a “captain” he showed all the traits of what a captain is. His personality and presence on our team were very enjoyable. He set the tone for the younger players of what a defender needs to do every day. I look at Colin as an unsung hero for our program for all he did for himself and his team.

Noah Knickles is a quiet, mild-mannered student in class, but outside of class, he has many hidden talents. Noah was a competitive gymnast at a very young age which led him to coaching gymnastics to 6-8-year-olds at Gymnastics at Brentwood Commons! Now, you will see Noah as a strong, confident athlete practicing his tricking on the trampoline with a small group of friends! I have been very fortunate in seeing Noah practicing new tricking stunts which consists of front flips, backflips, aerials, and double/triple twists in Fitness My Way class for the past 2 years! After class, Noah and his friends would stay to practice these stunts as I held my breath and watched in awe of their unique stunts! Noah’s aspirations for the future would be to one day own a Tricking/Gymnastics/Workout gym. I wish you the very best of luck on your next journey. Don’t be afraid to go after your dreams! Always, Ms. Lang

Mr. Cass has this to say, Noah is flipping amazing (see what I did there?). He is kind, gentle, respectful, and happens to be able to do things on a trampoline that most of us could only dream of. Glad to see you pushing your way through the year, and I'm excited to see what you're able to accomplish after Sanborn. Good luck, Noah!

Riley Gabor transferred to SRHS from a Massachusetts vocational high school his junior year. He is a quiet student with a love of metal, someone who enjoys creating, building, and fixing things using heat and flame as a welder. While I only had two years (including a year of a pandemic) to get to know Riley, he is someone who is clear in his goals to work with his hands and build, either with a hammer or heat.

As someone who loves to be active, one can always find Riley with a skateboard attached to his feet or hands while he carries it. But even though he appreciates that feeling of freedom on a board, he also enjoys working on cars or landscaping, once again, being able to work with his hands.

A career in construction is something that Riley looks forward to, being able to use the skills he has developed at Whittier and SRHS. As long as he is moving, fixing and creating he will find success at this next phase of his life for sure! Good luck Riley - your time with SRHS was short but you had an impact!

Scott Peltier is one of the quietest students I have ever met, but when he speaks about animals or specifically, cats, he has so much knowledge to share that he cannot contain himself! Scott’s passion for animals has become a career ambition.

In addition to his favorite hobbies of playing video games and spending time with his friends, Scott also takes care of animals. This hobby has helped Scott become determined to work with animals, possibly in a training role. As teacher Denise Alenskis noted, “Scott is the cat whisperer!! He has a passion for working with and caring for all animals, however he has a high interest working specifically with feral cats to socialize them and prepare them for adoption. A feral cat is born and lives in the wild with little or no human contact. With early socialization, kittens born to feral cats can be domesticated thus increasing their lifespan tremendously. This is what Scott enjoys doing! Scott has the patience necessary for these felines and takes the time to understand the individual needs of adult ferals and their young kittens. Scott plans to work in the field of training animals beyond high school. I wish him all the best!”.

Among Scott’s favorite classes, the Seacoast School of Technology (SST) Animal & Plant Science is one that he mentions. He feels that his experience at SST helped him to develop his skills and prepare him for a future in animal care. After graduation, one of his goals is to work at an animal hospital, as well as to continue training animals, especially feral cats. To help him reach his goals, Scott is considering pursuing additional training to further his educational experience. Good luck in whatever you do Scott, I’m sure you will be successful!

Jack Flanagan is the kind of person that no one could ever forget! I first met Jack during his sophomore year when he was working on his Sophomore Interest Project. He had wanted to demonstrate the result of using magnets and a batter with copper wire. We talked about the potential of using the concept for public transportation. He did build a small version of the concept, but more importantly for me, it was the first glimpse into Jack’s love of hands-on learning that I would see through his high school career.

When asked about his favorite classes, Jack quickly replies that science classes were his favorite. And it’s not hard to understand that the combination of hands-on experiments and challenging him to use his great knowledge and insight made for a successful combination. As one of Jack’s science teachers, Stephanie Westergren, noted, “Jack is one of those people that you can't not like. In his Earth Systems class junior year, Jack was always one of the first students to class and, try as he might to seem uninterested, I could tell how much he really enjoyed the class. He was the kind of student every teacher wants to have: a hard-worker, always asking great questions, and trying his best...all with a great sense of humor and infectious smile. Best of luck, Jack!”. Other teachers also shared the same sentiments about Jack’s wit. Teacher Julie Healey commented, “Jack is one of the most entertaining students I have ever worked with…with his witty attitude and his hard work, we became a great team and I was sad when he moved on to junior year. I believe Jack has the personality and technical skills to get him far in life and I can't wait to see where his road takes him”. Jack’s wit was equaled by his excitement for material if it was something of interest to him. English teacher Heather Woods noted, “I love Jack's exuberance. He asks good questions and is so good natured. He likes good competition, and was at the top of the leaderboard for vocab in our English class, mainly because he saw vocab practice as a game to win.”

After graduation, Jack will be working in the family business in the house construction industry. His background and experiences will benefit him greatly in his future. Teacher Denise Alenskis noted that Jack has “great math skills that he’s putting to good use in home construction! He’s a hard worker and I am confident that he will be successful beyond high school. Best of luck Jack!”. When he is not working, he will be spending time enjoying one of his favorite hobbies, riding dirt bikes.

The halls of Sanborn will be a lot different without Jack’s presence. He will be greatly missed, and so will his collection of fun socks (Teacher Kathleen Babcock points out that his “taco socks” were her favorite!). Good luck in all of your future endeavors Jack, do great things!

Tyler Oltsch was in my Math 3 class during his junior year. He is an excellent mathematician and a leader to his peers. During the first quarter of the year, Tyler would get most of his work done but would spend a lot of his time talking with friends. When we were about a quarter of the way through the year, Tyler came to see me to bring his grade up. He completed missing work and showed great understanding in all competencies. After he was all caught up, he said something along the lines of, “wait, this is pretty easy.” It was a light bulb moment and a moment of growth. Tyler spent the rest of the year problem solving and asking thought provoking questions. He excelled through the rest of the course and his work ethic encouraged his friends to participate as well. I missed having him in class this year!

Tyler is going into the Marine Corps and the Sanborn community could not be more proud. We wish him all the best and know he will continue to use his problem solving skills and leadership skills to make a difference in the world.

Tate Menard is someone you can’t miss. Not only is he one of our taller students, but his long copper hair and outgoing personality are two things that make people take notice. Add to that most of the time people would see him with a skateboard under his arm (or under his feet) and he was definitely one to be seen!

Tate is an extremely talented videographer and can take simple videos he has taken and turn them into works of art. Whether it’s views of the outdoors or more active views of people “boarding” his videos make people want to see more. He is always on the go and teachers will tell me that he is always moving, clearly eager to get outside to create, whether the creation is videos or tricks on his skateboard.

While Tate is currently employed as a machine operator, those of us who know him hope he holds on to that goal of continuing to create digital content to entertain others and to show them perspectives they may never have seen before. Best of luck to you Tate as you venture on beyond Sanborn!

Each year, our staff commit to writing articles on graduating seniors. At this time, we have not yet completed all of these articles. We will continue to run them this summer until we have. Thank you for your patience!

The mission of the Sanborn Regional High School Parent Teacher Organization is to enhance and support the Sanborn Regional High School learning community of students, staff, and families of Fremont, Kingston, and Newton. This is accomplished through the following endeavors:

*Community Outreach *Teacher Involvement *Educational Programs *Civic Cooperation

*Volunteer Programs *Fundraising

If we all help a little it will be amazing how much we can accomplish as an organization.

We typically meet the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. on Zoom

(check the Points of P.R.I.D.E. Newsletter or our FB page for any changes)

Thank you for taking the time to complete the membership form and become part of the SRHS PTO. Check us out on Facebook at Sanborn Regional High Scholl PTO.

If you have any questions or information you would like to share with our organization, please contact Alicia D’Antonio at tishiebell@yahoo.com.

Graduation is a time to celebrate. But before your high school seniors begin their parties, take the time to talk with them about keeping events alcohol-free—it just may save a life. No amount of underage drinking is legal or safe. And we know that any underage drinking can lead to consuming too much alcohol, which may result in poor decisions, injuries, alcohol overdose, and possibly death. https://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/media/NIAAA_HS_Grad_FactSheet_Release_2020.pdf .

There are 3 important conversations to have with your teen before graduation parties begin. 1) Be responsible; 2) Be accountable and 3) Understand consequences https://www.familytalkaboutdrinking.com/.../3-conversatio....

When you drop your unwanted clothing and shoes off in these bins, the SRHS PTO gets paid based on the weight of the clothing! This is a really easy way to help our school. All PTO proceeds go directly back to programming and scholarships that directly benefit our students. NOTE: Shoes must go in a separate bin.

Did you know? From April of 2015 - May 2017, this fundraiser has helped us raise nearly $2400.00 for the PTO. Help us double that number by sharing this opportunity with your friends, your family, and your neighbors!