Memories and Lessons That Will Last a Lifetime
Sasha Bush
The Ashland Beacon
Milestones in life are something to be celebrated and shared. From your first steps to your last day of school, and everything in between… these are all things to be celebrated and remembered. There is one milestone that we have the opportunity to experience that not only provides us with some of the best memories of our lives, but also sets the foundation for who we are.
Graduating high school is perhaps the biggest milestone of anyone’s life. To walk across that stage and place that tassel from one side to the other, represents a huge accomplishment on your part. The last thirteen years you have woken up and continued to grow as a person every day and learned all that you need to have learned to face the world on your own.
For one young graduate this couldn’t be true. Jadelyn Leigh Brewer, born on November 16, 2004, recalled her first memory of school, “I was in elementary school, and I just remember throwing crayons across the room.” Over the years, Brewer has since had memorable moments. “My most favorite moment in high school was during our archery tournament this year. There were a bunch of old archery targets laying around, and we just all instantly decided that it would be a fun idea to ride them down the stairs like a roller coaster. It was a great time, and we had the best time.”
Her time spent at school provided more than just memories that she will cherish for a lifetime. Brewer believes she is the person she is today because of her experiences in high school. She credits her high school experience with shaping her into the well-mannered, smart, and compassionate young woman she is today. Brewer shared, “Not to sound too cliché, but my high school experience has been life changing. Over the course of four short years, you as a person can really change and discover who you are. I know I most certainly have.”
Brewer’s growth is nothing short of inspiring. This talented young woman has accomplished so much in such a short period of time. She has been actively involved in her school’s Key Club, Beta Club, Mu Althea Pheta, FCCLA and NJROTC. She is a student ambassador and has participated on her high school’s tennis and archery team. In addition to her involvement at school, Brewer is also an active member of her church’s youth group.
One thing is very clear and that is Brewer finds enjoyment in helping others. Brewer, at a young age, declared that she wanted to be a veterinarian. However, over the years, she has developed a desire to help others along this journey that we call life. “At the moment, I am undecided as to where I further my education, but one thing I know for sure is that wherever I go I want to study elementary school education,” noted Brewer.
Erin Brewer, Brewer’s mother, has been instrumental in Brewer’s decision to go into the education field. “My mother has always been such a role model to me. When she was younger, she made the decision/sacrifice to quit college and stay at home for us (Brewer and her sister). Then, after a few years had passed, my mom decided to go night school in order to get her certification to become a teacher’s aide.”
Brewer graduated from Boyd County High School as part of the class of 2023 just a few short days ago, but the lessons she learned throughout her high school experience will be with her a lifetime. One of the most things Brewer believes she has learned is, “Don’t worry so much about high school… it goes by so fast. Have the time of your life while you are there, and try not to get caught up in all the pointless drama. But most importantly, never lose sight of the path ahead.”
The path ahead is wide open for this goal-oriented graduate. Brewer shared she is very happy to have graduated from BCHS and begin the next chapter of her life. There is one thing that she will miss about high school… “I will miss the most being with my NJROTC cadets and my best friends. I have made so many exceptional relationships here, and I will miss seeing them every day.”