Acknowledgments

The authors of Before 19 would like to sincerely thank all those who have helped bring this publication to fruition. To the administrators of The Masters School, thank you for your support and approval as we publish these stories about our young lives; to Ms. Hauser, thank you for your enthusiasm about the project and suggestion to make Before 19 a part of the Messenger. We are grateful to Mr. Galgano, who was instrumental in the design process and realization of the first ever hard copy of Before 19. To AP Orlebeke, thank you for the hours you put in teaching us the basics of website design and for your integral role in building the final version of our website. We are deeply indebted to Phil Minton, who generously donated his time, design expertise, and technical skills to actualize both versions of the journal. And of course, to Ms. Dumaine, our sincerest gratitude for all the work you have done to make this publication a reality. Without your endless patience and good humor, your sincere interest and care in helping us shape the narratives we were trying to tell, this publication would not have been possible. We have been lucky to have you as a teacher and invaluable guide.