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Outside the box Taylor Carr has never considered herself a traditional learner. After going through a Montessori program in elementary school, she moved on to junior high at Sacajawea Middle School, and the transition to a more uniform educational structure took its toll. “It’s like my wanting to learn just evaporated,” Carr said. She was a bright, motivated student with interests in a variety of subjects, but she never found a sense of place at Sac. More ›
Playing to his own rhythm For Jay Jones, it’s all about the music. Mostly self-taught, the 17-year-old Shadle Park senior plays trumpet, guitar, piano, trombone, French horn and flute – and has many kudos and awards that speak to his passion and ability. “More than that,” Jones said, “if it weren’t for music, I’d have ended up a hood rat.” More ›
All the ingredients for a bright future Kylee Hodgson can smell her future, and it’s filled with the aromas of fresh-baked pastry and good coffee. “It’s something I’ve been thinking about for a while: I want to have my own bakery and coffee shop – I want to have my own business,” the Liberty High School senior said. “I got the idea from my favorite aunt – whenever we’re together we’re always baking. She went through (culinary school at) Johnson & Wales.” More ›
Successful in any language Going to a new school can be difficult for many students. Starting a new school when you’re from a different country and don’t speak English compounds the challenge. Carolina Lopez rose to that challenge.  More ›
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