Winchendon School - Vestigia Yearbook (Winchendon, MA)

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Brad Flagg When I first came to the Winch four years ago, I was unsure of what to expect. I was nenfous about my first year in high school and was unsure of how I would adapt. I got over my apprehension and soon realized coming here was one of the best decisions of my life. live learned a lot here and feel like I am become well prepared for college and even after that. l've had a lot of great experiences that I will remember for a long time. I want to thank all of my teachers, friends, and parents who have always helped and supported me up to this point. Without all of you, I wouIdn't be where I am today. txklx. txlxxxwmmxiw NK Nlffkxxlkt Q K Marcantonio Frushell My favorite Winchendon School memory actually took place on the first day of school. All the students, weighed down with new books and jet-lagged filed in for the first all school meeting. As we all sat down and focused our attention to the front of the room, the song Party Flock Anthem broke out in the dining hall. As the student looked around in confusion, every teacher in the school ran out, dressed in a variety of different costumes, and began to dance. As the dining hall erupted in laughter, I thought to myself that this is exactly what the school, and myself need on a day like today.

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Alexis Doody I can't believe it's finally over! The four years of high school I once dreaded are gone in the blink of an eye. I never thought I would say that I am somewhat sad my time here is over. I will never forget my time at The Winchendon School. Looking back on the last four years of my life I realize I should have made the switch to The Winch long before I actually did. I will never forget the two great years I had at this school nor will I forget the people I have met. I have to give a shout out to my family, without my parents I never would have had the opportunity to come to this school. I love you guys. To my friends, you guys shaped me into the person that I am today, and I never would have made it through these last four years without you supporting me the whole way! As I begin this new chapter in my life, the memories I have in and out of school will remain with me. Congratulations class of 2012, we did it! Tevin Falzon BeIieve and act as if it were impossible to faiI. Charles F. Kettering 'fMV '

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Hongjie Fu Having been at The Winchendon School for three years, I have really enjoyed activities with friends. The tall pine trees in front of Merrell blocked the sunshine, however, inside my room was always full of energy, movies, games, music, Chinese food, and even drastic arguments. Playing golf with friends was always a great event to dog a little competition would always make this sport much more amusing and enjoyable. With interesting teachers and nice size of classes, learning at school was an alternative nice experience. Anyway, it was a great time been a student at the Winchendon School. Matthew Gaiman Before coming to The Winch, I was simply a boy who had no friends and no life. Mostly, I would consider is if myself to be an outcast in a sense, I never fit in with ,W today's teens. There are many factors to this: my choice of music, favorite sports, experiences, religion, goals If S and even how I look at life. I view existence as a one- HD ,,,, v time opportunity. We will all die someday, and that will fm be the end of it. Seeing time as it is, really shows me M what my dad used to tell me is true, 'Optimism gets you nowhere! The Winchendon School has taught me how realism can solve any problem and make any decision. Now I say Realism over optimism. I will pass this on to my children as well. Today, I may still be an oddball, but I am known as Gaiman! Nothing can really describe the type of person I have become, but it is for the better. I am truly grateful to Mrs. Draugsvold for teaching me many things that I never was aware of. Thank you Mr. Patty for noticing a work ethic that will never die. Thank you to Mr. Kerney, Mrs. Baldini and Mrs. Blair for giving me the opportunity of a lifetime. To all of my fellow Winch comrades and my Merrill 1 brothers, keep trying new things. You never know what you could accomplish.