Student: Mariyah Broehm, sophomore

Nominating staff member: Mrs. Sara VanderPas, teacher

Nomination statement: “Mariyah has a very strong work ethic and is always wanting to improve her grades. She makes teaching easy!”

Q&A:

What’s a “naughty” thing you did as a kid? “A naughty thing I did as a child is crawled out of my crib and said hi to my parents from the top of the basement steps.”

What is something that a ton of people are obsessed with, but you just don’t get the point of? “Socks and sandals.”

When was the last time you cried of happiness and why? “The last time I cried with happiness is when I found out my baby cousin was born.”

Whom is your hero and why? “My hero is one of my great grandmas because she is strong and gives good advice.”

Where do you see yourself in five years? “I see myself in five years still working my job and going to school for interior design.”

What is your favorite article of clothing and why? “My favorite article of clothing is sweatshirts because they’re so cozy.”

*The student as well as the nominating staff member each receives a box of donuts.