Horace Greeley High School Valedictorian: Learning, Not Grades

CHAPPAQUA, NY — This year's valedictorians and salutatorians in the Chappaqua school district are an extraordinary group of young people. Patch asked them to answer a few questions about their high school experience and what they look forward to in the future.

Today, meet Samantha Troob.

1. What will you miss most about high school?

I am going to miss the amazing friends, teachers and people who have made an impact on me throughout my years at Greeley; I will definitely take all of the memories I’ve made with me to college. I will also miss the comfort of Greeley where the staff and teachers are supportive of everyone.

2. What are you looking forward to in moving on to college?

I’m looking forward to taking interesting classes, trying new things and meeting new people.

3. What was your favorite high school class?

My favorite high school class was AP Biology, which is a factor that made me realize that I will most likely want to go into the medical field.

4. What clubs or extra-curricular activities were you involved in?

A few clubs/extra-curricular activities I was involved in were SHARE, the tennis team, Quake, and volunteering at Cottage School and Northern Westchester Hospital.

5. What advice would you give to underclassmen?

Try not to stress too much and do things that you’re passionate about, not just to build your resume. It’s important to go to school to learn, not just for the grades.

6. Any teachers/staff who stood out throughout your journey?

Mr. Zambernardi, my EHAP and History IS teacher, and Ms. Towle, my AP Biology teacher, stood out to me because they taught me so much in an interesting way. My guidance counselor, Ms. Colpa, was always supportive of me throughout my high school career.

7. Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

Although I don’t know exactly where I see myself in 10 years, I hope to be doing something that I love.

8. Tell us a fun fact about you.

I started walking at 7 months old.