There isn’t an activity that senior Sydni Wyant isn’t involved in.
“I am involved in quite a lot,” she said. “I am the social media manager for Teen Institute, Speech & Debate, Spanish Club and Link Crew — which I am also a commissioner for. I am the co-founder of Pop Culture Club and on the executive board for National Honors Society. I am involved in the Legal Studies career technical program at Lake; through that, I compete in Mock Trial and Moot Court. I try to help out around the school with admin and teachers and have gained a love for volunteering, to which I have over 125 volunteer hours and counting. I also work 25-30 hours per week.”
Although she is involved in so many activities, it hasn’t always been that way. When she came to Hoover, she was afraid to get involved, but that soon changed. She has some advice for some of the underclassmen who are nervous about getting involved.
“I wish I could have gotten involved sooner,” she said. “Coming to Hoover my sophomore year made me cautious of joining new clubs or participating in activities, though it was the best decision to learn what Hoover has to offer and open myself up to these new environments. Two of my biggest pieces of advice would be to get involved and gain relationships with your peers and teachers. Getting involved opens up so many doors and opportunities. It is not just something to put on your college resume but genuine skills and experience for after high school.”
Wyant has made some close connections with her teachers over the years but one that stands out is her junior English teacher Mrs. Tiff any Furlong.
“It is impossible to pick just one influence, though I have to give a special appreciation to Mrs Furlong,” Wyant said. “Her AP English Composition class is one of the most rigorous classes I have taken, though she takes the time to get to know students on a deeper level and cares about their future goals outside of the classroom. She is one of the people in my life who reminds me to never give up on my goals and she has taught taught me the importance of working for what you want.”
Although Mrs. Furlong is always reminding Wyant to stay on top of her goals, it seems like she does a great job of that on her own.
“Her dedication to whatever she puts her mind to, whether academically, socially or physically, is a dominant strength that will help her succeed in all realms of life,” Furlong said.
A friend of Wyant’s, senior Trinity Seth, has recognized some of these admirable traits as well.
“I admire how hardworking and dedicated she is,” she said. “She is committed to so many different activities in the
school and does so without complaining. In addition to involvement in school, she does so much community service and works on top of that. From a friend’s perspective, I admire how loving she is and how much she works on herself every day to be a better person.”
These traits didn’t just happen naturally though. Everyone has received some sort of advice throughout their life, but it’s what you do with it that really matters. Wyant has one piece of advice that has stood out to her the most.
“I have received a plethora of advice throughout my high school career, though I always keep in mind that I may not be the smartest in the room but I can always be the most hardworking,” she said. “A lot of underclassmen and students in general have an assumption that their grades and accomplishments are dependent on IQ, though I can be the first to tell them that putting in the effort and applying yourself gets you much further in most situations.”
Wyant’s hard work has gotten her far over the years, especially in academics. She has had multiple accomplishments that she is very proud of.
“Of course, some of my academic accomplishments include four-year honor roll/academic letter, two-time Speech & Debate state qualifi er, mock trial state qualifi er and outstanding attorney and many more,” Wyant said. “I admire my ability to create relationships with my teachers and gain insight into the real world. This includes shadowing experiences with attorneys and the ability to use my resources around Hoover High School to further my career in the future.”
Speaking of careers, Wyant has her eye on what she wants hers to look like.
“After graduation I hope to attend college double majoring in Political Science and Economics,” she said. “From there, I will attend law school and hope to practice corporate law.”
Overall, Wyant knows none of this would be possible without the help of her teachers. She is grateful for everything they have done for her.
“I would like to shout-out Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Solosky, Mr. Motz, Mrs. Manion, Ms. Stertzbach, Mrs. Baca-Bernel and so many more,” Wyant said. “I have accomplished so much through their guidance.
