After his first few weeks at WHHS, this new Effie has some things to share about his vivid first impressions. Joey Kurtz is a member of the 2027 graduating class, and he’s already been involved with the soccer team, keeping a good record of four wins to only one loss.

Kurtz is adjusting to the big new school well, coming from his elementary school of Fairview. Kurtz appreciates the experience and meeting all of the students that he shares this wonderful place with.

“It’s a very big building,” Kurtz said. “Just about everybody that I’ve met here is nice.”

Previously having a lunch time of 10 minutes, Kurtz’s favorite part of the day is lunch, where you can find him playing soccer with his friends. Kurtz also seems to enjoy his schedule and all of his classes.

“My favorite classes are probably Math and Health,” Kurtz said. “Everything’s been going pretty straightforward.” 

During the beginning of the year Kurtz’s goals are to keep good grades and stay a good student. School is going well for him and he’s really taken a liking to the WHHS environment.

“Walnut is just about everything I’d thought it’d be and more,” Kurtz said. “I didn’t think everybody would be so chill and so nice.”