With two unconventional years behind us and a bright year ahead of us, the Class of 2022 is ready to get back to normal and finish high school on a high note. Senior year can be the most exciting and memorable year in one’s life and for this year’s class, it will be. Senior year is a year to highlight and the time to emphasize one’s accomplishments throughout the years. This edition features Onondaga’s Class of 2022 President and Vice President. Nicholas Toomey, a top ten student in his class, is a Senior at Onondaga this year. He is unsure of his plans next fall but will probably enroll in OCC to explore future career options. In high school, Nicholas plays Basketball, Baseball and runs Cross Country. In Basketball, he is a Center and in Baseball plays third base and left field. Although Nicholas is a three sport athlete, his favorite sport is basketball, because of the team atmosphere and the intense, non-stop pace of the game. His favorite sports memory is Coby’s hat. Clubs Nicholas participates in include: Student Council, National Honor Society, Key club, German Club and Band. He is President of the Class of 2022, and Student Council Treasurer. Nick regrets not joining more clubs in his early years at the high school, adding that that you will never regret trying new things. Onondaga offers numerous classes in an array of subjects. Nicholas’ favorite class was German because of the fun environment and teaching strategies, as well as the interesting curriculum. Nicholas is going to miss his friends the most after graduating high school. High school is filled with many successes, even through difficult tasks, and for Nicholas, his proudest achievement is being ranked top ten in his class. His advice to underclassmen is to join numerous clubs and sports and be very involved in Onondaga’s extracurricular activities. “If you love something you have a passion for it, do it and whatever you do, whether a sport or a club, give it 110% effort.” High school is the time to explore what you do and do not like, so take advantage of it. You only go to high school once and it only lasts four years. Outside of school and sports, Nicholas enjoys playing basketball, hanging out with friends and spending time outside. In the summer, he worked in the Poultry Barn at the NYS Fair and continues to do yard work throughout the fall for neighbors. The person who inspires Nicholas the most is his mother because she always pushes him to do his best and supports him in all of his endeavors. Sophia Myer is graduating top in her class at Onondaga this year. Sophia is applying to prestigious colleges such as Cornell, the University of Pennsylvania, Georgetown, University of Rochester, and LeMoyne. While she may be applying to many universities, her first choice is the University of Rochester due to its location and science programs. In college, she plans on majoring in biology because she intends to pursue a career in the medical field that will require further education in medical school. In high school, Sophia plays soccer, lacrosse, and indoor track. In both soccer and lacrosse, she plays mid-field. In indoor track, she runs the 200m, 4x200m relay, and the 600m. While she is a three-sport athlete, her favorite sport is lacrosse because she got to meet new people from LaFayette that she has now become friends with. Sophia’s favorite sports memory is having a home Sectional game for soccer. Although they lost the game, being able to represent their school on their home field created an exciting energy and a sense of pride. Sophia is a member of multiple clubs at Onondaga. She is secretary of Key Club, president of Varsity Club, secretary of National Honor Society, and is the Vice president of the Class of 2022. Her favorite high school memory is this year's homecoming and senior night. Having all of her friends and family there to support her was meaningful and memorable. Her teammates decorated posters and the locker room in honor of the senior soccer players’ successful careers. While the game ended in a tie after double overtime, the girls left it all on the field, creating an unforgettable night for Sophia. Her proudest accomplishment is earning the titles of 1st All-League Soccer team and 2nd All-League Lacrosse team. When Sophia is not on the field or in school, she is a cashier at the Amphitheater parking lots for concerts. In ten years, Sophia imagines herself as a doctor, working hard in the medical field to make a lasting impact. Her advice to underclassmen is “don’t stress too much.” Good luck Sophia and Nicholas in all your future pursuits!
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