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Trail July Alumni of the Month
Jacke Healey
My name
is Jacke Healey and I'm a 2006 graduate of Lackawanna Trail High
School. I began going to Lackawanna Trail when I was in fifth grade.
One of the main reasons I did so was because of my father, Michael
Healey. He was a huge influence on my decision for enrolling at
Trail. As I look back, I'm certainly glad I enrolled at Trail. Trail
gave me a solid foundation for self-esteem, positive reinforcement,
and most of all the support of people around me. Recently I was
drafted the Houston Astros to play Major League Baseball. This was
such a surreal event, and what makes this story even better is the
support of everyone that was following me; many of whom I did not
even know were following my career. Cards I received, text messages,
phone calls, and emails my father received. It was just absolutely
incredible, and I couldn't thank everyone enough and I appreciate
all the support. If there is anything that is consistent among Lackawanna
Trail, it's the influence the teachers and administrators have on
the students. I know firsthand that they really care about students
and their job. It doesn't just end at the sound of the bell; they
take it home with them. My class and all the other classes make
a huge impact on them, and in return they show their support and
belief in each and every one of those students. I want to thank
everyone, especially Rich Revta, Greg Dolhan, Todd Peters, Jeff
and Scot Wasilchak, Lance Fletcher, Steve Beckish, Harry Powell,
Charlie Cobb, Judy Martin, Ann Marie Kalinoski, Connie Harris, Ellen
White, and the late Paul Fearick. I want to thank you all; you taught
me respect, competiveness, and the proper attitude outside of the
High School hallways! Thank You!! Nothing is more important than
the support of family, friends, and my parents!
My greatest experience
at Trail was not a baseball game, but a basketball game my senior
year. It was a home game against Mountain View. The buildup between
the two schools was awesome. Most of us on the team were friends
with the Mountain View kids, but when game time arrived, it was
business. The atmosphere of the game, and the way that TEAM brought
the community together was unbelievable. The atmosphere, the community
support, family support, and it was the first time there was an
overwhelming attendance of teachers. Everyone knew about that team,
I think we only lost three games and tied the school record for
wins, but more importantly it was FUN! If there is one thing I have
learned from baseball, it is if you’re not having fun and
loving it, you shouldn't be playing! Do it for yourself, for the
right reasons, and for the love of the game! Whether it’s
being a doctor, teacher, business man, or professional athlete;
do it because you love it! My mom has been saying this to me for
as long as I can remember, "don't let anyone ruin your dreams."
Dreaming is what makes the world go round, and when you set your
dreams, set them high! Anything is possible, and if anyone needs
proof of that, I am just another example of someone dreaming. For
the current students at Lackawanna Trail; dream! Anything is possible,
and let the teachers and staff at Trail help, they want you to succeed
just as much as you do!
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