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Josif Yakunin
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Nikolaevsk School
My name is Josif Yakunin. I'm the fifth child out of eight. I have lived in Nikolaevsk most of my life and have been going to school there since kindergarten. And I must say, I've had a great time.
In school, I've tried to stay busy. I have participated in the student government, the school yearbook and also the school newsletter. I've also played basketball all through high school and a year of volleyball as well.
After graduating, I plan to go to college and further my education, because it has been proven that education is the key to success.
Amelia Dillon
Amelia Dillon
Susan B. English School
As my high school career comes to an end, I look back and see that my last four years have been amazing. I won a state championship and three region titles in volleyball. I was named to the Alaska All-State basketball team and nominated as an All-American. I participated in track and field. All the while, I maintained a 4.0 grade point average.
I will attend Humboldt State University next fall, where I plan to study natural resources and red-shirt on the basketball team. I'd like to thank everyone who has helped me get this far.