2012 Grad Profile Booklet - Victoria School District 61

Gordon Lesage
Métis
Gordon’s favourite teacher is Mr. Vanakker because “he’s always in a
good mood and can make me laugh.” His future plans include further
training in Computer Programming with a focus on gaming and coding. His
favourite hobbies are gaming and hanging out with friends. He would like
to thank Ms. Wong who “greatly helped me through English 11 and 12”,
and Ms. Maxwell who pushed me to stay focused on graduation. His role
model is his mother, mainly because she inspired him to get an education
to ensure a successful life. His advice to other students is, “Stick
through countless boring hours: it’s worth it in the long run and staying
home isn’t any more fun!”
Neikko McNeil
Neikko is Aboriginal and proud! His favourite teacher is Mr. Pine because
he is “very relaxed and he gives me time to do my work”. Neikko plans on
attending Camosun College to continue his training in carpentry. He likes
to play hockey and other sports. He would like to thank Ms. Tenning for
her support and encouragement over the years. His role model is his
father. Neikko’s advice for other students is, “If you go to class you will
pass, if you pass you will graduate, so go to class!”
Bernice Napoleon
Tseshaht
Bernice’s favourite assistant is JoAnn Rooke “because she has helped me
with my work ever since grade 1 at Craigflower.” Bernice plans on a career
in social work as a counsellor. Her favourite hobbies are reading, playing
video games and listening to music. She would like to thank her family,
especially her mom and sisters, for their support and encouragement over
the years. Her advice to other students is, “If you’re struggling, don’t give
up, stay in school!”
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