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Joann Cassama

J. Cassama

Elementary School: Kennedy-Longfellow and Morse
College: Loyola University
Major: Biology/Pre-Med Program
Career Aspiration: Pediatric Cardiologist

Extra Curricula
Student Government - Treasurer, Varsity Volleyball, Varsity Lacrosse, Mentor Program Coordinator 

Favorite Class at CRLS
Biology/Anatomy and Physiology. I don’t know why I’m so interested in learning about the human body. There is so much to learn and discover about the body and the systems that cooperate with each other to allow the body to function properly… especially the circulatory system. 

Favorite Teacher
Ms. Weisbart was one of the first teachers that pretty much told it like it was. She was straight to the point and didn’t accept work that didn’t have any effort put into it. My first horrible essay was in her history class and she didn’t sugar-coat anything about it. I appreciated her consistency as a teacher and how she never beated around the bush yet, she was always there to help. 

What did you like most about CRLS? Why?
For one, I loved the confidence it helped me build. Who would have known I could walk the halls and just simply smile at anyone and not have a problem. But the main reason for that is that CRLS provides me so much to do and the change to meet so many people. The opportunities available at this school amazes me. 

What is something people unfamiliar with CRLS should know about the school? Why?
Something that people are unfamiliar with CRLS that they should know about the school is it's a comfortable, accepting environment. The teachers, deans, guidance counselors, secretary, security guards ... literally anyone you can think of that is associated with CRLS brings such a comforting vibe that pretty much helped me to make it through these four years of high school.

Advice to Incoming Freshmen
A piece of advice I have for incoming freshmen, is to take the time to get to know and build relationships with your teachers, deans, and guidance counselors. They’re there for a reason, you just need to take the initiative and not be afraid to speak to them. I’ve grown to look at them not just a figure of authority, but as mentors, and a helping hand.

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