LITTLE ROCK — Mary Beard

What are your plans after high school?

Have you received scholarship offers?

I plan to attend Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, Mo. Yes, from several different universities as well as from the Junior Auxiliary of Rogers-Bentonville.

What activities are you involved in at school?

National Honor Society and Jobs for Arkansas Graduates.

What activities/hobbies outside school do you enjoy? I work at Metropolitan National Bank. I enjoy anything that has to do with art, especially photography.

I love to be outside and enjoy spending time with my friends and family.

The thing I’ll miss most about high school after graduation is: Art class and my friends.

One person that has influenced me and left a lasting mark on my life so far is: Mr. Joe Stewart, he has encouraged me to never give up and has taught me to see past what is on the surface and to find the meaning behind the obvious. He has also shown me how to broaden my horizons and try things other than what I’m comfortable with.

When I grow up, I want to be: I want to pursue a career in either design or education.

Kayla Talburtyour plans after high school?

Have you received scholarship offers? To attend Missouri Southern State University. Yes, for academics.

What activities are you involved in at school? National Honor Society.

What activities/hobbies outside school do you enjoy? Chillin’ with friends and family, going to the lake and shopping.

The thing I’ll miss most about high school after graduation is: My friends.

One person that has influenced me and left a lasting mark on my life so far is: My mom. She has taught me so much and has always been there for me.

She’s my best friend!

When I grow up, I want to be: A child psychiatrist.

Sports, Pages 8 on 05/26/2010