Class of 2021: Lainna Salvione – Mayfield High School

Mayfield High School

Lainna Salvione

Valedictorian

PARENTS: Joe and Veronica Salvione

COLLEGE OR OTHER PLANS: Tulane University

AFTER COLLEGE: To be happy

WHAT HAS BEEN THE HARDEST PART OF THE LAST YEAR OF SCHOOL and THE MOST REWARDING: The hardest part of the last school year was being online for more than 50% of the time. The most rewarding part of the last year of school was getting into Tulane.

WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED ABOUT YOURSELF DURING THE PANDEMIC/HOW HAVE YOU CHANGED: I learned that being around people is so important to me, which was a challenge for me during quarantine because I had much more alone time than I ever would have wanted. I have changed during the pandemic by learning how important self-care is and what methods work best for me in attaining mental well-being.

WHAT IS THE MEMORY OF HIGH SCHOOL YOU WILL NEVER FORGET: Meeting some of the best teachers.

WHAT WILL YOU MISS MOST ABOUT HIGH SCHOOL: The teachers and staff members I have formed close relationships with.

WHAT’S IN YOUR MUSIC PLAYER: Lana Del Rey

FAVORITE BOOK OR AUTHOR: Leigh Bardugo is one of my favorite authors.

THE BEST PART ABOUT GRADUATING: Being able to start a new chapter in my life.

WHO OR WHAT INSPIRES YOU: Johnny Depp

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