Class of 2012

Isabell Wu, 12, 7th grade

What health information do you want to share with the rest of the school and why?
I want to share this information with the school because some people may eat a lot but they don’t have enough vitamins and things like that. They need to eat healthier, more fruits and vegetable, and less cookies, cupcakes, and sodas.

My favorite animal is a puppy because they are so cute. You can play with them all day and you can train them to do tricks.

Nancy Chavez, 14, 8th grade

What made you want to become as Aptos TEACHer?
I wanted to become a Aptos TEACHer because I wanted my voice to be heard.

My favorite color is red because it looks good on me and it’s one of the colors in the Mexican flag!

Paulina Magana, 13, 8th grade

What health information do you want o share with the rest of the school and why?
I want o share a lot of information but drugs and alcohol is on the top of my list because at this age a lot of teens are turning to drugs.

My favorite song is “Life Ain’t Easy” by A.R. I like it because the song has many good points.

Anais Aldaz, 12, 7th grade

What are you most excited to do this year as a health educator?
I’m most excited to face my fear of talking in front of people.

My Favorite cartoon is Adventure Time because it’s funny!

Alissa Bautista, 12, 7th grade

What are you most excited to do this year as a health educator?
I am excited about working with new people and going to classes to talk about the conflict in the school.

My favorite season is summer, because I love getting lots of ice cream and just hanging out.

Carmen Doria, 12, 7th grade

What health information do you want to share with the school and why?
I want to talk with the students about relationship, because I know that people have trouble with them, so I want to help them.

My favorite animal is an owl because their head can turn around 360 degrees

Julian Castro, 12, 7th grade

What health information do you want to share with the rest of the school and why?
I want to share about bullying because it has to stop. The teasing, fighting, and envy is not cool.

My favorite food is hamburgers because they are just so tender!

Jocelyn White, 11, 7th grade

What are you most excited to do this year as a Health Educator?
I excited to meet new people and facilitate workshops.

My favorite food is pizza because I love the melted cheese with pepperoni, olives, and sausage.

Ashley Ochoa-Tzeng, 12, 7th grade

What made you want to become an Aptos TEACHer?
I wanted to try it out- to try something new.

My favorite animals are wild cats and monkeys because there are many things to know about them.

Rachel Bandelaria, 12, 7th grade

What health information do you want to share with the rest of the school and why?
I wan to address relationship because then you are in a fight with a friend, sometimes it turns out really bad.

My favorite cartoon is blues clues, because it teaches me a lot.

Angel Castro, 11, 7th grade

What health information would you like to share with the rest of the school and why?
I would like to share about bullying because I think that it is a serious topic and that many people are affected by it in some way. I would also like to share information about drugs and alcohol because it’s not a healthy life choice and everyday people die from it.

My favorite colors are royal blue and aqua/ turquoise (I like bright colors) because it reminds me of waterfalls and the water in a tropical reef. It’s bright, but it’s also soothing and calming to me.

Regina Grayson, 13, 8th grade

What made you want to become an Aptos TEACHer?
I wanted to get involve in extra curricular activities at Aptos. HIFY seemed like a great opportunity for me. I t seemed like a very proactive program that would teach me a lot and also help me share what I learned with other youth. I’m so glad to a part of this program. It was everything I hoped for and more. I wish everyone could have an opportunity to join!

My favorite animal is a piranha because that’s what represents me. I love their big teeth and how vicious they are. They have a lot of guts!

Lauren Tang, 11, 7th grade

What are you most excited to do this  year as a health educator?
I want to educate my youth to make good choices in the future about health.

My favorite animal is a tigress. Growl!

Brenda Gutierrez, 13, 8th grade

What made you want to become an Aptos TEACHer?
I wanted to become a TEACHer because I wanted to learn about health issues and also make youth aware of them.

My favorite food is Italian because of the different sauces and condiments.

Andee Rae Brooker, 12, 8th grade

What made you want to become an Aptos TEACHer?
I wanted to teach others important topics to secure as much safty and knowledge as possible.

My favorite song is “Somewhere over the Rainbow”.