I’ve participated in sports such as Ski Team, Track, and Cross Country. And clubs such as Peer Up and NHS.

Mr. Andres is the Engineering and Architectural Design teacher here at Spring Lake. Through his efforts, I have not only developed a passion for architecture but was able to build my portfolio enough to gain scholarships from established universities. He encourages his students to think creatively and strategically.  

 Favorite Memory from your high school career: 

Since I was a freshman, I've been on the Spring Lake Competitive Ski Team, and late-night practices at Mulligan's Hollow have been some of my favorite memories as a part of this school's community.

Post high school plans: I plan to study architecture at NYIT, pursuing a 5-year B.Arch. degree in Manhattan. I then plan on working for/developing a firm to help design commercial and private estates. 

Approach your classmates with compassion, be welcoming, and understand that the person sitting next to you may be going through the same hardship

 

 

Noah Sanders
Sports/Clubs you participate in: Baseball and Wrestling. 
Favorite Teacher from your time in Spring Lake Schools:
Mr. Sineath makes his class so much fun for everyone and prepares us for the future.

Favorite Memory from your high school career: Winning conference titles in both wrestling and baseball. 
Post high school plans: I plan to go into Real Estate and attend Muskegon Community College.
Advice for the next class of seniors: Cherish senior year because it flies by. 

 

 

Sports/Clubs you participate in: Tennis and National Honors Society 

Favorite Teacher from your time in Spring Lake Schools: Mr. Mitchell. AP Stats is my favorite class. He has made learning the subject really fun. I love his stories and the activities that we get to do during class.

Favorite memory from your high school career: Playing tennis with my friends and having a lot of fun during matches, even when we lost.

Post high school plans: I’m going to college at Aquinas and majoring in kinesiology and physical therapy.

Advice for the next class of seniors: Don’t overwork yourself; it’s supposed to be a fun and exciting year!

 

 

Soccer and Track.
Favorite Teacher from your time in Spring Lake Schools: Mr. Reed, because he is very passionate about the environment, and he likes having conversations with his students.

Favorite Memory from your high school career: Scoring a goal in my last home soccer game.
Post high school plans:

I am attending Aquinas College to study Environmental Science and continue my track career.
 Advice for the next class of seniors: 

Spend as much time as possible with your friends and do not take them for granted.

Sports/Clubs you participate in: Volleyball, Basketball, Lacrosse, Business Professionals of America, and Interact. 

Favorite Teacher from Spring Lake Schools: Mr. Jewett. He was not only a great teacher for AP Economics, but he also took the time to get to know many other students, including me.

Probably going to all the football games in the fall with my friends.

 I plan to attend either Indiana University, the University of Michigan, or Michigan State University. 

 Advice for the next class of seniors: Don’t be too hard on yourself; you will end up at the college that is meant for you. 

 

 

Sports/Clubs you participated in: Track, Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Travel Club. 

Favorite Teacher from your time at SLPS: I have had a lot of really good teachers over the years but I would have to say my favorite is Mr. Pantoja. He could always make us laugh, on good days and bad. Mr. Pantoja has such a great personality and made AP Language a lot of fun. 

Favorite memory from high school: Disney trip freshman year for band. 

Post high school plans: Attending Michigan State University. Go Green!    

Advice to the upcoming senior class: Always stay motivated and locked in. 

 

 

Sports/Clubs you participate in: 
Track, Tennis, Marching band, Jazz band  
Favorite Teacher from your time in Spring Lake Schools:
 Mr. Pantoja, every day there was something new and fun to do in his class.
Favorite Memory from your high school career: Going to Disney World with all of my friends.

 Post high school plans: 
To study history and social studies education at Michigan State University. 
 
 Advice for the next class of seniors: Don’t take 4 AP classes your senior year and overwhelm yourself!

 

McKenzie Judge
Sports/Clubs you participate in:
Sports: Varsity Soccer, Varsity Bowling, Varsity Tennis
Clubs: National Honor Society (NHS), Student Council, Band, Hand in Hand, Business Professionals of America (BPA), Grand Rapids Youth Symphony

 Favorite Teacher from your time in Spring Lake Schools:
 Mr. Reed. I took his AP Environmental Science class during my sophomore year. He teaches with enthusiasm and keeps it interesting. 
 Favorite Memory from your high school career:
 My favorite memory was being elected Homecoming Queen! It was such an honor to be on the court and participate in the parade. But the highlight was the halftime show when I performed my trumpet solo in my gown! 
 Post high school plans:
 I plan to attend a university to further my academic studies while continuing to pursue my passion for music.
Advice for the next class of seniors:
Surround yourself with people who genuinely care about you, lift you up, and keep you smiling:)

Ethan Brown
 Sports/Clubs you participate in: Varsity Tennis, Chess Club, Euchre Club, BPA

 Favorite Teacher from your time in Spring Lake Schools:
 Mr. Pantoja. He is always very relaxed and calm, can talk to you about anything, and is very positive and outgoing.

 Favorite Memory from your high school career: Playing tennis all the time in the
 summer with my friends.

 Post high school plans: Study Business at the University of Indiana or Engineering at the University of Michigan.

 Advice for the next class of seniors: Don’t be afraid to try new things and take chances.

Aurora (Rory) Miltgen

 

 

I love my clarinet and singing, and my favorite place to perform both is in the jazz band! Gosh, I just love a good Sammy Nestico, Benny Goodman, or Duke Ellington piece! I also love to sing at church, and using my talent to express my faith makes me feel so good inside. Another thing that I spend a lot of time doing is studying the Japanese language.

 

 Mr. Truszkowski, my jazz band teacher, gave me the chance to discover my love for vocal performance, and he helped me blossom as a clarinet performer as well! 

 

The Western Michigan University jazz festival was in my junior year.

 

 Initially, having been accepted into CMU for environmental science and music performance, but with careful thought, prayer, and counsel from my parents, I have decided to take a gap year. It will give me time to accomplish a few important personal and spiritual goals that don't fit into jumping into college right away.

 

Honestly, even after being accepted to college, continue to focus on your grades. It will feel so much better to tie your high school career up with a bow, knowing that you did your best the whole time!

 

Ty Peasley
Sports/Clubs you participated in: Football and Lacrosse
Favorite teacher at Spring Lake Schools: Mr. Warren is my favorite teacher because there isn't anything he can't do. Plus, he's a diehard Michigan fan.
Favorite memory from your high school career: Senior all-nighter.
Post high school plans: I want to pursue a career in Diesel Mechanics.

Advice for the next class of seniors: "A little messed up, but we're all alright." -Kenny Chesney