Graduate 2024 Ven Crocker Ven Crocker is a dynamic and dedicated student, celebrating her graduation from Arthur Voaden Secondary School (AVSS). Ven, who returned for a fifth year to maximize her high school experience, will be attending Huron University in the fall, majoring in English and literature to earn her Bachelor of Arts degree. “Eventually, I’d like to earn my Bachelor of Education and become a high school teacher,” she shares, “Maybe art, maybe history. I really like math.” Ven reflects on how school began for her at AVSS and how COVID affected it. “My first year was really good. Well, my first semester, and then COVID hit. I really got a good feel for the high school dynamic.” Ven’s enthusiasm for AVSS is evident in her involvement in various school activities. “There’s always something going on, always a club, always an event, always a game,” she says. “I’ve gotten so much support here, so many opportunities and leadership positions. I took this leadership course last semester to help teach a grade nine class. I’ve run both of our dances and our holiday assembly. I make the announcements every day. I help with games, and Terry Fox runs. We’re doing a walk tomorrow for the family, and I’m helping with that.” When asked about her favourite subjects, Ven doesn’t hesitate: “Definitely English. I’ve loved English a lot. English and Math. Some of the math courses are hard, but I do like math. I’m in this World Issues geography class this semester, and I really like it so far. I also loved our hairstyling aesthetics class last year. It’s so fun and chill. I’m just obsessed with doing all of it.” Ven credits the supportive staff for her positive experience. “I
could give a shout-out to a lot of them, like half the building, the office ladies, pretty much everybody.” Ven made a deliberate decision to choose AVSS. “I went here because only two kids from my school were going, and I loved the tech and art departments. If we’re talking about the reputation, I don’t really think it deserves the one it has. Some students make poor decisions, and that’s what people latch onto. But the school itself offers so much support, and opportunities for scholarships and apprenticeships.” Outside of school, Ven enjoys a range of activities. “I like to paint and hang out with my friends. I’m a very extroverted person. I like going out, doing things, going for drives. But I do work a lot and chill in my room playing video games when I’m not busy. Recently, I’ve gotten really into cleaning. It feels so nice being in a clean environment; it puts you in a good mindset.”
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