Hello everyone! This blog is centered around introducing my 2015 SEP Team and letting you get to know them along the way also. This is my third year with this project and I have a feeling it will be my best one yet. Every single one of these seniors are amazing people. I went with a very different variety this year. In my group I have a jock who's passion for sports is inspiring, an actress who has scored the lead role in many of her school plays, a cheerleader who can make anyone smile and a softball player who has traveled all over the nation to play the game she loves.

When we met up in town, we all took turns introducing ourselves. They all seemed a little nervous at first, but by the end of the session they seemed like they all had been friends for years. Such a fun and amazing experience.

I hope you enjoy their group shots! At the bottom you will see an individual image of each senior and a little about them. Keep an eye out for each of their full individual blog posts coming soon.

Hanna \\ Central High School

SEP- What is your favorite high school subject?

Hanna- "My favorite high school subject would have to be math or science. I particularly enjoy anatomy!"

SEP- What are your plans after high school?

Hanna- "My plans after high school are to attend Southern Illinois University Carbondale on a softball scholarship and pursue a degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant and specialize in a certain area in that field. (for the moment! Haha)"

SEP- Who inspires you and why?-

Hanna- "Both of my parents have inspired me in different ways. My dad has always pushed me to do my best at everything and recognize my potential. He’s taught me common sense and to always think one step ahead. There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t hear his voice in my head with decisions that I make when he isn’t around! My mom has taught me how to deal with and what to say in some of the hardest situations. Most of all, she has shown me what a women of God should look like and has inspired and encouraged me to the same. I’m blessed to have such wonderful Christian parents that have truly inspired me."

SEP- Why did you want to be a Spokesmodel for SEP?

Hanna- "We first heard about Sarah through a family friend. They told us that she was great to work with and all their pictures turned out great! My mom and I looked up her photography on Facebook and were really impressed with the quality and creativity of all the images! As soon as I saw her advertisement for spokes models I hopped right on it hoping to get the chance to work with her! After our first shoot, I can say for myself that she is really fun to work with and has a lot of creativity! Can’t wait for more sessions!"

Olivia \\ North County High School

SEP- What three activities makes your soul come alive?

Olivia- "Three activities that makes my soul come to life is one being on stage opening night for whatever play I'm in. The adrenalin is out of this world. Two is making a piece of art exactly how you pictured it in your mind. And three is when you are with your family and everyone is happy to be there."

SEP- What is your biggest accomplishment so far?

Olivia- "My biggest accomplishment is split between getting the leads in the last two plays and also becoming student council president for my senior year!"

SEP- Best childhood memory?

Olivia- "My best childhood memory was going to California with my mom and my big brother Adam. That trip is what made me want to hopefully one day live in California.

SEP- What is something you look forward to in the future?

Olivia- "I look forward to becoming a teacher and having a positive impact on the ones I will teach."

Ethan \\ Valley High School

SEP- Who is your favorite teacher?

Ethan- "My favorite teacher is Mrs. Phares, because she is the most philosophical person I've ever met. She has such a way with words and can give the best advice"

SEP- Favorite book?

Ethan- "My favorite book is "When the game was ours." By Magic Johnson and Larry Bird."

SEP- What three activities makes your soul come alive?

Ethan- "Three activities that make my should come alive is that of, golfing, playing basketball, and singing in the shower."

SEP- Name one thing you couldn't live without-

Ethan- "One thing I couldn't live without is my family or friends. Those people mean the most to me. And without them I wouldn't be the person I am today. They know who they are."

Emily \\ Valley High School

SEP- Favorite hobby?

Emily- "Anything to do with being outdoors and with my family."

SEP- Favorite quote?

Emily- "You were given this life because you are strong enough to live it."

SEP- Describe yourself in three words.

Emily- "Confident. Determined. Outgoing."

SEP- Who is your favorite teacher?

Emily- "My favorite teacher would have to be Mrs. Herman because she helped me strive my best and to never give up once you began."