As another school year draws to a close, it's a perfect moment to reflect on all we’ve experienced and accomplished together. This year brought its share of both achievements and obstacles, but through it all, the resilience, creativity, and unity of our school community stood out.

Our students have grown a lot, setting and reaching goals, embracing challenges, and discovering new passions. In the classroom, innovative teaching and a commitment to student-centered learning have sparked curiosity and encouraged academic success. Beyond academics, extracurricular life has thrived: our sports teams displayed perseverance and teamwork through wins and valuable lessons in defeat, while our clubs led meaningful initiatives that left a positive mark on the community.

The commitment shown by both students and staff throughout the year has created countless memorable moments and fostered a sense of connection that defines who we are as a school.

In this Summer Edition, you’ll find highlights from across the year, including:

2025 Sturgis Graduation

Arthur Pontes: A Life Well Lived

Equity Team Update

Creative Ventures 

Notes & Accolades

Media 

As we head into summer, let’s take time to appreciate how far we’ve come. Whether you plan to relax, travel, or dive into new adventures, use this break to recharge. Each experience brings new perspective and prepares us for what lies ahead.

Thank you to everyone (students, staff, and contributors) who made this edition possible. Enjoy your well-deserved summer break!

And if you missed any of our previous editions, don’t forget: they’re available in the Archives section.

Camille Manrique

Sturgis Soundings Editor

As the first term ends, it’s a good moment to reflect on the journey—filled with new beginnings, challenges, and successes. For many freshmen, it marked an exciting transition to high school, with more independence, higher expectations, and broader opportunities. Adjusting to a heavier academic load has been a key challenge, demanding strong time management, organization, and study skills. Mastering these is essential for both current and future success. 

For seniors, this final year of high school is both a culmination of years of hard work and a launchpad into the future—a time to celebrate achievements, make lasting memories, and prepare for the next big chapter.

Outside the classroom, students have explored new interests and built connections through clubs, sports, and other activities, finding personal growth and friendships while connecting with the school community.

This term also tested all students’ balance between academics and personal life, helping build resilience and adaptability. As we move into the next term, reflecting on what worked and what can improve will support both academic and personal growth, enriching the high school experience.

In this "Back to School" edition you will be able to get a glimpse into what activities have taken place over the first term. Overall, the beginning of the year is off to a smooth start, we are sure 2024-2025 will be an incredible year! 

In this edition:

2024-2025 New Faculty & Staff 

Welcome Aboard 

Farewell to Jim Albrecht 

The Leaf by Chris Abel 

Meet the Equity Team 

Clubs & Activities Fairs 

Creative Ventures 

Notes & Accolades 

Many thanks to all who helped and contributed to this edition. If you missed the Summer 2024 Edition, you can still read it here in our Archives section.

Happy reading,

Camille Manrique

Sturgis Soundings Editor