Senior Spotlight: Sumer Snyder

By: Craig McPherson

This edition of Senior Spotlight is dedicated to Sumer Snyder. One of Sumer’s biggest interests is theatre. She has been performing in the school’s drama club ever since she was a freshman. She is also a member of the International Thespians’ Society, a group of students who have made significant contributions to theatre in the school.

Ever since she was little, Sumer loved musical movies. When she saw Wicked on Broadway in third grade, that was when she knew that musical theatre was her passion. The first ever show she was in herself was a fourth grade production of Aladdin. Sumer has been participating in school musicals ever since. 

According to Sumer, she and the rest of the Drama Club are very close, supportive friends. This is likely due to how she and her colleagues spend up to six hours a day after school, for every two to three months, working together to prepare for productions. Sumer also has an important role in the club, the Sunshine Chair. It is her responsibility to make sure that everyone is comfortable in the club’s work environment. She also helps the directors to ensure that there are no production issues, and that there is positivity amongst the group. It is important to her that there can be high morale, whenever there is stress or exhaustion.

As a member of the International Thespian’s Society, she also helps plan out shows, events, and fundraisers. She also serves as a representative for the future goals and wishes of the Drama Club. 

When asked about what motivates her to maintain positivity among her peers, Sumer responded, “One of my biggest motivations to maintain positivity is remembering that you never know what someone is going through. If I’m able to make someone’s day just by staying positive and optimistic, it makes me feel good. I think I look out for others and their own happiness because of the same reasons. I want to try my best to stay on good terms with everyone and avoid any drama or negativity.”

A passionate, hard worker, as well as a compassionate, caring friend, Sumer is a truly remarkable falcon. Even though this is her last year here, hopefully her example will continue to impact underclassmen.