Q: Class rank?
A: Co-valedictorian.
Q: Parents’ names?
A: David and Karen Bernacki.
Q: Future plans?
A: Attending SUNY Niagara for radiologic technology.
Q: Honors & Awards?
A: Honor Roll, Bausch + Lomb Honorary Science Award, National Rural and Small Town Recognition Award, Student of the Month, New York State Math Team Member, Valedictorian, Attica FFA Historian (2023-2024), Class of 2024 Treasurer (3 years).
Q: Activities & Sports?
A: Math Team, Student Government (Class of 2024 Treasurer since 2021), Attica FFA Historian, National Honor Society, Yearbook Club, ConnectLife Club, Band.
Q: What will you miss most about school?
A: I will miss my friends the most and eating lunch in Mrs. Barber’s room 5th and 6th period. I will also miss hanging out and gardening in the courtyard 9th period with Juliana. I will miss FFA and state conventions.
Q: What do you hope your life looks like in 10 years?
A: In 10 years, I hope I have a successful career and enjoy what I am doing. I want to be able to travel around the world and be able to spend time with good friends and family.
Q: What’s your favorite place in Attica?
A: My favorite place in Attica is in the high school: Mrs. Barber’s room. In that room, I have made new friends and been able to experience new opportunities. I have had so much fun being a member and officer in FFA. I will miss all the good times I had, but I am glad that I had them.
Q: If you could tell your eighth grade self one thing, what would it be?
A: If I could tell my eighth grade self one thing, it would be to not be afraid to join new clubs because I have made many friends through new experiences.
Q: Who would play you in a movie about your life?
A: I would not have anyone play me in a movie because I don’t think there is anyone that would do a good job of portraying me.
Q: What’s your most-listened to song?
A: I don’t know what my most listened to song of all time is. However, the three songs that I listen to most right now are probably “Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress),” by The Hollies, “Fishing In The Dark,” by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, and “Fortnight (feat. Post Malone),” by Taylor Swift.
Q: What scares you about the future?
A: Not knowing what the future holds scares me. Anything could happen and so many things are out of my control that it worries me.
Q: What gives you hope about the future?
A: Knowing that there are people like me that have succeeded and led happy lives gives me hope. Also, there are so many opportunities and experiences that I can choose to participate in.