By: Reymon Carrasquillo
October 26, 2026
Chosen for this week’s Senior Spotlight is Alyssa Alberino. Alyssa describes herself as passionate, determined, and over-achieving. She has been at Brooklyn High School for four years and works as an MSA at Clean Express Auto Wash. In her free time, she enjoys taking her dog to the dog park and learning new music. Alyssa is involved in many activities: Marching Band, Jazz Ensemble, OMEA, Pit Orchestra, Softball, National Honor Society, and the EMT program and Fire Academy through Tri-C. After graduation, Alyssa plans to attend Kent State University to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Q: What is one piece of advice you would give to the underclassmen?
A: “Don’t take little moments for granted. Cherish everyone and everything.”
Q: What is one thing you definitely won’t miss about high school?
A: “Slow walkers in the hallway.”
Q: What is a random fact about yourself that most people don’t know?
A: “I have a German Shepherd and Black Lab mix named Diesel.”
Q: If you could instantly become an expert at anything, what would you choose?
A: “Playing the piano.”
Q: What is one moment from high school that you’ll never forget?
A: “I will never forget all of the Friday night performances.”
Q: What class gave you the most trouble?
A: “Honors Chemistry.”
Q: What is something that you couldn’t have made it through high school without?
A: “I wouldn’t have made it through high school without the constant support of my dad.”
Q: Out of your entire school career, what teacher has been your biggest inspiration and/or influence?
A: “Mr. Sean Sullivan and Mrs. Jamie Sullivan because they have always supported me and have taught me a lot.”
Thank you for your participation in this week’s Senior Spotlight, Alyssa. Good luck with your future at Kent State University, your nursing career, and all the exciting opportunities that await you after graduation.
