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A Virtual Cup of Coffee with Reece Mellish '20

You can only have one: Rose’s caramel corn, an ice cream cone from Jersey Junction, or a Yesterdog. Which do you choose?
Yesterdog.

What are your plans after graduation?
To go to GRCC.

What have you learned in East that will enable you to be successful?
How to manage my time.

What were you like in school?
At first I was quiet, but got more confident throughout the years.

Did you have a favorite teacher or class?
Mrs. Weigel is my favorite and my favorite class was English with Mr. Kawel.

If you had to choose one moment in one location to serve as the signature moment of your East school experience, what would it be?
Senior Retreat, when we got into groups and talked.

What do you know now that you wish you’d known when you were younger?
That speaking up and talking to people is a good thing and yes, it's still a risk if you make a friend or not, but don't let other people decide who you are.

Who from East do you think you’ll stay in touch with in the future?
Mostly my friends.

What advice do you have for young East kids?
Be yourself no matter what.

Bonus question: What are you glad we didn’t ask you about?
The tough times during school.

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