As the juniors finish up the hardest year of high school, they anxiously await what is known as the best year of high school, senior year. In order to make this next year a success, current junior Mariana Brazao has decided to run for senior class president. “Next year is our last year, senior year, and I really want to make it a memorable year. I believe that I can do that through our spirit days, homecoming week, and Mr. PFHS; I really want to make those memories we’ll have forever,” said Brazao. With a desire to better her class’ experiences, Brazao has a lofty agenda for the upcoming year. “My goals as president are to win, of course, homecoming week and to win overall everything and have an amazing hallway that people have never seen before. I really want to win our pep rallies and just really create a spirited environment for our last year here,” said Brazao. Due to her involvement in various clubs, playing for the school soccer team, and five honor societies, Brazao keeps busy; however, her business only makes her a more qualified leader. “I’m a leader in several clubs right now and I’ll be in Yearbook next year. I’m really good at working with groups and being creative. I have a strong sense of leadership.” Although there will be fierce competition for the spot of president, Brazao is a strong candidate; she is determined to make a lasting impression on her class and the memories that will follow.

Q & A with Mariana Brazao:

What clubs and honor societies are you in?

“I’m in five honor societies: National Honor Society, National Art Honor Society, National English Honor Society, National Foreign Language Honor Society, and National Math Honor Society. I’m also in Key Club and I play soccer for the school.”

Who is your role model?

“My sister. As an older sister, she gives me a great model of someone to be as a person, not only for her personality but for her work ethic. She’s always helping me and giving me advice since she’s been through similar experiences in the past.”

What’s your favorite subject and why?

“AP U.S. History. I love our class. Mr. Ewald makes it really fun. His lectures go above and beyond, he really made me interested in history this year.”

If you could eat one food for the rest of your life, what food would it be?

“Cookies and milk, I’m obsessed.”

Serena Vanderwoodsen or Blair Waldorf?

“Blair Waldorf.”

If you could pick an actress to play you in a movie, who would you play?

“Leighton Meester, who is Blair Waldorf!”