From snack to friendships, graduating seniors talk about the benefits of serving with YAHOO – Worcester Telegram

Submitted by YAHOO of Sterling| The Item

STERLING YAHOO(Young Adults Helping Out Others) is proud to highlight the graduating high school seniors who have worked so hard to keep YAHOO going through two especially difficult years.

We are so grateful to these young adults who gave their time, energy, and creativity to this program and to Sterlings older citizens who need help with yard work each fall and spring.

If you would like to learn more about YAHOO, please visit https://sterlingyahoo.org or send an email to Stuartand Karen Ormsbee at stuormsbee@gmail.com

Harrison Graffam attended Wachusett Regional High School and will study aerospace engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Dayton, Fla.

My dream would be to help design and create the most intuitive vehicles of space technology available so they may help humanity advance and grow.

Harrison participated in YAHOO for four years and was a member of the Youth Board for three as equipment manager and clerk. What he liked best about YAHOO washaving the opportunity to connect with a senior of the community on a Saturday morning was really nice. You get to meet such nice folks that I would have otherwise never appreciated despite their close proximity to my daily life. On the other hand, seeing other volunteers out in the mornings doing their best and talking to them is the best way Ive seen kids of different classes connect outside of school.

"Outside of school, I like going out and doing activities with friends. I follow Formula 1 as my favorite sport; a passion to be interested in for mostly no reason. At home I enjoy playing video games, particularly ones that connect to my other interests. Unfortunately, Ill be moving away from Sterling, where I lived all my life thus far. Its been a great home to start my journey towards the adventures of the unknown future.

Hi, my name is Kael McManus. I am 18 years old, I attended Wachusett Regional High School, and will be going to UMass-Boston in the fall, focusing on political science and history. Im not sure exactly what I want to do in this field yet, however, I would explore options to work on campaigns or go into law school.

Ive been doing YAHOO since I was in seventh grade, and have been on the Youth Board since sophomore year, in the positions of recruitment officer, equipment manager, and Scout. I always liked the opportunity that YAHOO provided for getting together on Saturday morning with your friends and to work with them.

The snacks from homeowners were always a plus as well.

This summer, I plan on spending a lot of time with my friends, playing videogames, watching moviesand camping.

Hi, my name is Kyla Ormsbee and I am graduating from Wachusett Regional High School. In the fall I will be attending Endicott College to study elementary education. In the future I hope to become an elementary school teacher.

I have been a YAHOO volunteer for six years and on the Youth Board for five years. Through these years, I have held various positions on the Youth Board, such as a recruitment officer, equipment manager, recording officer, engagement officer and co-chair.

I loved making more friends and being more involved in the community. Outside of YAHOO I like photography, readingand being outside.

Maegan Fitzpatrick attended Bancroft in Worcester and plans to attend Northeastern University this fall as an undeclared major, although she hopes to become a private or federal investigator.

Maegan has participated in YAHOO for five years, serving on the board for four as the engagement officer, social media officer and co-chair. What she liked best about YAHOO is, the people: The kids volunteering, the kids on the Youth Board, the 'drivervisors,'.and the seniors! I've made so, so many lasting friendships through YAHOO and I'm eternally grateful for what it's helped me through."

Maegan enjoys CrossFit, swimming, eating ice cream, and laughing (a lot).

Hey guys, my name is Mitchell Thoday and Im graduating this year from Wachusett Regional High School. I plan on going to Otis College of Art and Design in California,majoring in game and entertainment design. I hope to become a digital artist working for a movie or game entertainment company.

Ive been doing YAHOO for about six years, four of which I have been on the board. YAHOO has been a great way for me to hang out and meet other people in the community. Id like to thank YAHOO for the great opportunities and ways to develop into my town community.

I hope the program can continue to give a helping hand to those in need.

Hey guys, my name is Oliver Hoang and Im graduating this year from Wachusett Regional High School. I plan on going to UMass-Amherst,majoring in accounting. I hope to become an accountant, but the likelihood of that changing is pretty high.

Ive been doing YAHOO for about five years, and Ive been on the board for three. YAHOO has been a great way for me to hang out with friends and meet other people in the community. Most notably, I loved the snacks the homeowners gave. They were always such a nice treat after working hard on their yard.

Id like to thank YAHOO for all the great opportunities it has given me. I hope the program can continue to thrive for years to come.

Hi everyone. My name is Thomas Foley and I have lived in Sterlingmy entire life.

During my first two years of high school, I attended Saint Peter-Marian in Worcester. For the last two years, I have attended Saint Paul Diocesan High School, which is also in Worcester. This fall, I will be attending Assumption University, where I plan to study business management with the hopes of owning and operating my own business.

I have been involved in the YAHOO program for six years and have been a member of the Youth Board for four. While on the Youth Board, I have held various roles including being press secretary and equipment manager.

My favorite part of YAHOO has been being able to make a true difference in my community and being able to work with my friends. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and camping.

See the original post here:

From snack to friendships, graduating seniors talk about the benefits of serving with YAHOO - Worcester Telegram