New Beginning: Move-in Day 2012

By: Chiraag Kapadia

The quiet of the summer has disappeared.

The hallways of the Gatton Academy were filled with new students and their families as the sounds of “Hi, my name is” began to echo through the building. Slowly boxes were unpacked and rooms decorated. And then, the emotions emerged.

There is no doubt that move-in day was full of emotions. However, these emotions were coupled with a sense of excitement. Mr. Scott Babbs, father of Academy junior Grace Babbs, stated “she is ready for it.” The Gatton Academy is full of opportunity that will not only excite students, but also challenge them.

Not surprisingly, a sense of excitement was echoed by the students, as well. Naomi Kellogg, Academy junior, exclaimed “it feels awesome to be here.” Aaron Brzowski, Academy junior, agreed with Kellogg simply grinning and giving two thumbs-up.

While excitement was in the air, the realization of what it means to be a student at the Gatton Academy began to sink in. Joseph Crafton, Academy junior, stated “the worst part [of the day] was saying goodbye and having to lose that dependence on your parents.”  Though the love and support of a parent can never be replaced, the Academy staff and seniors have already begun to help the new junior feel that the Academy is their ‘home away from home’.

As the day began to draw to a close, final goodbyes began to fill the building signaling a new year at the Gatton Academy.

Gatton, Residence Life