Standout student: Jaylee Waters
Age: 15 years old
Parents: Jessica and Jeremy Waters
Where are you from? If from Albert Lea, which elementary school did you attend? I attended Hawthorne Elementary School.
Favorite teacher of all time and why?
My favorite teacher is Mrs.Boyenga. She was my first-grade teacher. Her class was always so fun and she was an amazing teacher.
Favorite book/author: “The Cabin” by Natasha Preston
Current/past activities, volunteer work and accomplishments:
I am a part of the Albert Lea tennis, basketball and softball teams. I am involved in the student council as well, and I play the cello. I love participating in the fall musical and the spring play.
What do you want to do after high school?
I am not quite sure yet, but I am interested in being an anesthesiologist or being in the medical field.
What advice would you give to younger students in Albert Lea?
My advice that I would give to younger students in Albert lea would be to take every opportunity you get. Join a new sport, join a club, participate in school events and support the sports teams. You meet so many new people and you create so many memories that you’ll never forget.
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