Masconomet Regional High School - Mitobo Yearbook (Boxford, MA)

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BRACY: IN THE FAST LAYNE TO SUCCESS La ne Braes i first in his class at Masconomet. Who cares? There have been validictorians every year, that ' s nothing special But. if anyone knows Layne. they know he is not just your everyday student Layne is in three Advanced Placement classes, one of which in indepen- dent studs math At Masco, there is one calculus class which twenty students are in To be in this class is an achievement as a senior The amazing thing is. Lay ne took this class w hen he was a sophomore Math has always been easy for Layne He tied for fourth in a national math meet at Penn State Umver- sit He also placed seventh in a Massachusetts chemistry competition He is captain of the Math Team He has also received the Harvard Book Award tor academic excellence. All these achievements are impressive but to look at Layne you would not stereo-type him as a “brain”. Layne is part of the “Gators swim team, affiliated with Harvard Univer- sity He has won the most improved swimmer award three times and plans to swim competitively in college He also played water polo when he lived in Cincinnati, Ohio I like swimming because I can concentrate on i| and forget about everything else, Layne says Swimming occupies much time Layne swims every day-twice a day , four times a week He gets up four mornings a week at 4:30 to go into Boston to swim for two hours before going to school. Sometimes, Layne gets only three hours of sleep a night Yet he still maintains his high academic standards Layne is so brilliant you want to put him on a pedestal, but he’s so genuinely friendly, you can’t.” comments one student Sure. Layne is smart. But. if he was detached like some geniuses no one would care. It is his sense of humor and personality that makes him stand out. notes Mr. Meinelt, teacher of four years. Layne seems to take all of this in stride When asked about all the awards, Layne states. It used to embarass me but now I just accept it I guess I’m really lucky. It must be said. Layne’s success is a little more than luck Layne searches for a word he doesn’t know. he can’t find a single one A bundled Bracy. Layne, the outdoorsman. 12

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KENDALL WORKS WONDERS “DALY” The name Kendall Daly has became, in lour years ai Masco, synonymous uh athletic excellence She has been a varsity basketball and soccer player lour years She has been named Cape Ann league Soccer Player of the car for the second year in a row She is ranked as the top player in Division Girls Soccer. She has been named to almost every all-star team in the state ir four years Kendall has shattered the Massachusetts record tor goal ronng by over forty goals In basketball . Kendall was also named the Cape Ann League Player of the ear The season of her junior year, she scored her 1000th point in basket- ill She has been credited nationally in USA Today tw ice for outstanding hletic achievements She is one of the lew woman athletes in the country to rcr 100 goals in soccer and over 1000 points in basketball Kendall is a captain in all three sports. She has done almost all she can do . an athlete She has gained the admiration of her coaches and her peers [) a |y has lots to smile about. Kendall is the most feared player in the state. states her soccer coach, m Murphy She is the best athlete 1 have ever coached Over the years, she is matured as both an athlete and a person w hich will help her ultimately in e future. Kendall is awesome, there ' s no doubt about it Watching her is a treat,” ates Brook Balogh When she ' s on the field, you have a tendency to just get caught up in her ay You have to adjust to her adroitness and get into the game. comments nny Robinson, a teammate. Although Kendall has gained a lot of press, she has accepted this and tried t to have it affect her as a person I’ve been really fortunate to have the ipport from my family, coaches, and teammates over the years. com- ents Daly. “I love playing sports The recognition is nice, but it’s not my p priority as an athlete When you’re out on the field or the court, all the vards don’t mean much Winning as a team is the biggest satisfaction.” Kendall with Coach Murphy Daly takes a break after another scoring spree Jesus contemplates winning MASCO WELCOMES... Who do you know who’s from Seville. Spain, believes that it’s important for a person to spend time alone, and is hoping for a scholarship? His name is Jesus Damia, and he’s an exchange student who is spending a year living with a host family in Boxford. What inspired him to come to America? I wanted to come in contact with another culture and practice my English. Jesus comments. Jesus is an exceptional person, taking on many challenges. According to him, the culture shock was not as big as expected It’s pretty much the same.” he states, “except that the standard of living is higher here in the United States.” The motivated foreigner is uncertain about his future goals “I will apply to some American colleges, but I’m not sure whether or not 1 want to attenda university in Spain I will decide in the summer ” Although he speaks moderate English. Jesus welcomes conversation with a friendly face. He is more than willing to talk with people He doesn’t allow his foreign status at Masco to suppress his natural tendency to be open Jesus’ academic interests focus on math and science. He ' s currently studying American History, English 9. and Oral Communications, due to the mandatory requirement Calculus and Physics arc where his true in- terests lie Prior to amving in America, Damia made a choice in Spain, which sophomores arc required to make Instead of studying literature, Jesus decided to continue his studies in the sciences. As far as his observations are concerned. Jesus comments. Everybody’s very, very proud about being American.” Jesus is very grateful for the opportunities Masconomet has offered him Says Jesus. I am very happy to be here.” mbenng up before the meet. Jesus on the run again.

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FISCHER FINE TUNES HIS FUTURE The leader with the band Fischer soloing at a recent gig. Watch for this band ' s name in lights Years from now, the l l JKH Masconomct graduates may find their children silting through the albums by Dave Fischer at their favorite record stores. David Fischer is an aspiring musician, hoping to “make it big after he graduates in June His passion for music has existed ever since he was young The turning point came when, at the ripe age of twelve, he received a guitar as a Christmas gift. Since then, he has worked unrelentlessly to develop his natural talent into someth- ing which could one day make him a star It’s hard sometimes to go on w ith all the competition. But the one thing that keeps me going is the positive reaction from my audience, Fischer comments Dave not only plays the guitar, he writes many of his own songs as well. His songs are written from his strongest emotions and most memorable experiences. He has the uncanny ability to personalize his music which captivates his audience. His rising talent has gained him publicity which has resulted in successful shows. Dave has been with his latest band since (his past summer. His latest gig was at the Topsfield Fair in October. The turnout was excellent This was their first major show and it has inspired them to move on. Dave’s talent and devotion will soon be taking him and his band to clubs throughout the Greater Boston area The band has high hopes for their future in the music industry. “I want to make it and with the reaction we’ve been getting, it seems like we have a good chance. says Fischer. Dave Fischer’s hard work and dedication has brought him far since he began his musical career He will attend Berkley School of Music to pursue his music further If his determination to excel in the music world continues, his success is inevitable From the early days of Menial Images 13