Profiles

By Kathleen Carroll, Grosse Pointe South High School Grand Ledge High School senior Taylor McPhail has a big voice and big dreams to match. Since McPhail’s freshman year, she’s been involved in her school productions. She was a tap dancer in “White Christmas,” in the chorus for “Beauty and the Beast” and “Grease,” Glinda in “The Wizard of Oz” and just landed her first … [Read more...] about Taylor McPhail has a big voice and big dreams to match

By Paige Lorichon, Grand Ledge High School Throughout her childhood, junior Olivia Drlik spent a lot of time with her family, sisters and friends. “I always feel invited and comfortable around my family,” Drlik said.  “I’m accepted, cared for and never have to worry about fitting in.” Drlik’s two older sisters Molly, 23, and Sara, 22, have taught her most from their … [Read more...] about Olivia Drlik enjoys hip hop, tap, jazz and lyrical dance

By Bo Brueck, H.H. Dow High School It all began four years ago with an 11-year-old waking up at 5:30 a.m. to go fishing with his dad, brother and uncle. It was a beautiful Florida morning and Caden Koenig, a fun loving kid, enthralled with sports, was about to find a new passion. “I had been reeling in the fish for about a half hour when a pod of dolphins began surfacing, … [Read more...] about Animal-lover Caden Koenig plans to study marine biology

By Felicie Jones, Loy Norrix High School Sophomore Anne Matecun hurries into the classroom of student journalists wearing shorts and a white tank top, sweating and breathing hard. After walking in the 80 plus degree heat for seven minutes, she manages to crack a smile and dive straight into taking notes on an ongoing presentation. “The key is to be content with yourself, … [Read more...] about Anne Matecun wants to buy experiences, not things

By Liv Chahal, Detroit Country Day With sparkling dark eyes and energetic hand gestures, Katharine Shao, a student at Detroit Country Day School, bubbles over with intensity while explaining the love of her life: engineering. With nimble, never able to sit still fingers, she creates, builds, and brainstorms. “I enjoying tinkering with things because I feel accomplished … [Read more...] about Katharine Shao aspires to be an engineer