Featured Writer – Jasmine Smitley

Justin Silbaugh

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Jasmine Smitley is a freshman and a great student.

Smitley’s favorite class is English because she enjoys reading. Smitley also takes part in a Korean language classes outside of school.

“The classes can be really stressful, but I think they’re worth it. I’ve learned a lot about the culture, language, and met other people with the same interest,” Smitley stated.

Smitley’s hobbies include reading, drawing, listening to music, and learning how to play the piano. Smitley passes time by reading or watching her favorite TV shows, such as; Supernatural and Criminal Minds.

“Both shows are really interesting to me and have the kinds of characters you just can’t help but to care about,” says Smitley.

Smitley’s favorite saying is, “Don’t be trapped in someone else’s dream.”

Smitley owns two dogs; a German Shepherd named Zeus, and a Coonhound named Jenny. She also owns three cats; Magnus,  Shaden, and Beoncia.

Smitley’s goals are to get good grades throughout high school, and go to college.

Smitley is not quite sure what she wants to do in college, “I’m not sure what career I want to go into, but I’ve been thinking about photography.”