‘Going by so fast’: Saanich valedictorian reflects on time at Lambrick

‘Going by so fast’: Saanich valedictorian reflects on time at Lambrick

Lambrick Park Secondary School student Avery Neal says she only put her name forward for valedictorian on a whim. Encouraged by friends who felt she would best represent their graduating class, the Grade 12 student eventually agreed and was selected for the role. “It’s a great feeling to be recognized by my grade and my peers,” she said. “I don’t even have words.” After learning the news, Neal immediately began preparing her speech, which she sa…