By: BHS Senior Spotlights Staff
May 8, 2024
Chosen for this week’s second senior spotlight is Franklin Beavers. Franklin is helpful, kind, and ambitious. His hobbies are often working out to increase his physique, reading comic books, watching anime, and playing video games. He plans to attend Cuyahoga Community College and then transfer to Cleveland State University to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering. He wants to become a Computer Technician after he earns his degree.
Q: What is a core memory you have from Brooklyn?
A: “A core memory I’ve had and will always cherish is meeting this beautiful woman named Alyssa Collier. She was the first girl who made me feel love and hope, and she truly made me feel special and saw me for me. She’s the reason I’m smiling again and will always keep a smile on my face.”
Q: If you could meet the cast of any movie, who would it be?
A: “If I could meet anyone, I would probably meet Tobey Magurie, who famously played the most accurate Spiderman. He played a role who suffered from bullying and humiliation throughout his school life, being seen as different from everyone else.”
Q: How do you deal with stress?
A: “I often tend to think of stress as an obstacle to overcome. I simply meditate or do yoga to deal with stress. And if that doesn’t work, I use my punching bag to take my stress out because it shows a way of releasing all the tension.”
Q: What is one piece of advice that you have for the incoming freshman?
A: “Don’t try to act cool to gain attention. Always be yourself and respect the staff and teachers and keep up with the assignments because believe me, hard work and respect will give you a great reward in the end.”
Q: What subject throughout both high school and middle school was the most significant to you?
A: “The subject that was most significant to me is probably my math grade because back then, I struggled with math a lot and could never get higher than a C-. In the end with enough tutoring, I started getting better grades and earning A’s and B’s.”
Q: What is your favorite meal from your favorite fast food restaurant?
A: “My favorite food is a Quarter Pounder Deluxe from McDonald’s.”
Q: What is one thing you regret doing in high school?
A: “One thing I regret is saying inappropriate things to my other classmates. Because of my actions, I ended up losing people and was seen as a bully.”
Q: Who has been your closest friend in high school, and how has this relationship impacted you?
A: “The two closest friends I’ve actually had are Kaysar Mohammaed and Pakovon So-By. They’ve been my best friends since elementary school, and we all share the same hobbies such as comics, anime, video games, and more. They’re the only friends I communicate with more than anyone else, and without them, I couldn’t have found better best friends than them.”
Q: What does high school mean to you?
A: “High school is more than just a school to me. It’s like a home, a place where you can evolve and become something more than just a student. It is a place where nobody can become somebody.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been the biggest inspiration and/or influence to you?
A: “The number one teacher who has been the biggest inspiration in my life is Mr. Jones. He is one of the nicest teachers who always believed in me. He was always there for me when I was down on my luck. Mr. Jones is one of the main reasons why I’m getting better and better at math. In the end, I look up to him as a mentor and a great example of what it means to be a splendid teacher.”
Thank you for your time, Franklin. We wish the best for you with your plans at Cuyahoga Community College and Cleveland State University. Dream big, and become who you want to become!
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