I later realized I had a special interest in science when I attended Meadowbrook Junior High. Miss Apperson (later to become Mrs. Carter) was the most awesome science teacher ever! In her class, science came alive. I am still influenced by her today. As a high school student, I tried almost everything. I was a cheerleader, played on the basketball team, played trumpet and clarinet in the band, belonged to numerous clubs and on homecoming court. I was an honor roll student and member of the National Honor Society. Again I loved those science classes!