Evan Mulligan is an eleventh-grade student who started at the Community School of Davidson (CSD) in ninth grade. Evan has been participating in Journalism class for three years and sees this as a stepping stone to continue the study in college. He has a passion for politics and foreign policy and writes about these topics on both the Spartan Sentinel and his own blog. Evan is passionate about Model United Nations and has participated in several conferences in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and Washington D.C., as a member of CSD’s Model UN club. Outside of school, Evan enjoys going on walks in the woods and listening to ABBA in his free time. Quote? “The greatest good you can do for another is not just share your riches, but to reveal to him his own.” -Benjamin Disraeli Walk-up Song? ”Summer Night City” -ABBA

Macy Balmat is a sophomore who came to CSD in third grade. She joined Journalism with the hopes of making a change and getting more experience in voicing what she believes needs to be spoken. She is part of CSD’s Student Government and has always enjoyed taking a role in the community that can help others. Macy wants to write about the issues of the world and find ways to spread awareness about the suffering that exists globally right down to her local community. She wants to inspire others to reach out and help. Macy hopes to make a difference through her writing and to push for change when she sees others in need of help. In her spare time, Macy enjoys reading, playing music and riding horses. She hopes to one day become a veterinarian and use her writing as a method to voice the needs of pets and pet owners as much as possible. She shows in Academy Saddleseat and loves to go to shows even when she’s not participating in order to help with the preparation and care of the horses. Quote? “I’ll live my life if it kills me.” -E.E. Cummings Walk-up Song? “19-2000” -Gorillaz

Conner Shelton is a CSD senior who is returning for his third year of Journalism. Conner loves all things sports, so you will typically find his work in the sports section of the Spartan Sentinel. The ultimate goal that Conner has in mind is to become a sports broadcaster once he graduates. He wants to be just like his favorite sports broadcaster, Kirk Herbstreit. Conner has always enjoyed writing more than reading, so Journalism has been such a great fit for him over the past three years. Conner loves to spend his time playing baseball and piano. Fun fact, he has actually been playing the piano since he was five years old. You will typically find him outdoors hanging out with his dog, Charley. He loves to watch all sporting events and will most likely catch at least every single day. Additionally, Conner has a younger sister named Carsyn who is in 8th grade and has been at CSD her whole life. Food is one of Conner’s favorite things in the whole world, and he especially enjoys any kind of pasta. Conner is excited for his senior year and for the opportunity to produce more sports content throughout the year. Quote? “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” -Joshua 1:9 Walk-up Song? “Cowgirls” -Morgan Wallen

Mia Kirsch is a senior who is in her first year both at CSD and in Journalism. Mia hopes to take the lessons she learns and apply them to a future career in the fashion industry. She is looking forward to writing creative stories about fashion, music and student life. Mia likes to spend her free time listening to music, spending time with her friends and watching television. Mia’s favorite show is Gilmore Girls because of its witty humor and comforting fall energy. Her favorite activity to do with her friends is thrifting vintage clothing. Mia started dancing at age three, took a break from it, and is taking dance classes for fun this year. Quote? “I’m just being dramatic it’s what I do” -Lorelai Gilmore Walk-up Song? “Overprotected” -Britney Spears