Marston Middle School, 8th grade Food Tech
(13 year olds, 26 students)
Mr. Nikhil “Nick” Jay Leland
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Mireya Valentina Echevarria
- Lucien ’ Luca ’ Andrin Fischer
The third student was apprehensive about taking this class initially, being a noted mathlete and over acheiver who’s talented at biology and physics. She’s the eldest in the class - having turned fourteen on the 2nd of September - and can seem a little over serious sometimes, being determined to remain mature for her age, even if it leads to her being labelled as boring by some peers. As the middle Golding sister, she found it hard handling Kitty and Sasha’s individual reactions to their father leaving - having been the one with the most hope he’d come back at first, however time caused her to abandon this dream and she subsequently never wants to talk about him - unless it’s with her mom or Kitty, the latter of whom she’s come to confide in a lot since they’ve grown older. Like the women in her family, she’s short for her age and has a slight figure; with light hazel brown eyes and deep brown hair that borders on black, straightening it to wear down as she’s grown it long - having a beauty spot beneath her right eye that she shares with her Aunt Erica, being very proud of it. Her aesthetic is very feminine, preferencing tennis skirts and ruffled socks, incorporating elements of pastel academic and princesscore, with an emphasis on her favourite colour of pink - and her love of fashion and styling has made some people underestimate her intelligence, but she’s unphased by this and happily gets on with her work. Loyalty is a shared trait within her family too and she’s incredibly supportive of her best friend, who’s in a wheelchair, always objecting to anyone who treats her with difference. Part of her would like to study biology relating to physical disabilities when she’s older thanks to this friendship, as her friend experiences bouts of pain, and more than anything she wants to find a way to end this - something her best friend appreciates but assures her to not place such weight on her own shoulders. More recently she’s realised she’s gay and has just come out to her peers, but has no interest in trying dating as she finds the concept a bit much to face right now. Since Almond arrived, she’s been obsessed with the idea of getting another cat at some point - although this has been put on hold by her mom, who works long hours as a bank teller and feels one pet is enough for the family right now, although she hopes on this happening too once she’s able to cut down on her hours more. Aside from her mother and sisters, this girl visits their extended family whenever possible - sharing a close bond with her fifteen year old cousin Declan, who’s a fellow mathlete and dedicated member of his school debate team, often teaching her how to improve her arguing skills more as she wants to be able to match Kitty’s quick wit and Sasha’s creative retorts more often when they bicker or face judgment from someone who looks down on their mom, Natalie. Mr. Leland is someone she’s found herself able to talk to openly though, and he’s encouraged her love of visually pleasing desserts in particular, with her now learning how to ice and decorate the cakes she bakes - with her big plan being surprising her Aunt Erica and Uncle Kevin at their upcoming anniversary barbecue.
Sasha Anneliese Golding is credited to @cara_murvolio
Summary
The final student is a whirlwind of energy. Painting is her favourite pastime and she’s usually splattered in remnants of her latest masterpiece, having an enthusiasm that’s not just for her art, but also cheering up others and speaking her mind. The daughter of a single mother, she has two older sisters - one’s 16, the other 14 - who she’s always trying to emulate, considering them both the epitome of coolness.
Catrin ’ Kitty ’ Lenora Golding is credited to yours truly ^u^
Summary
The next student has her sights set on becoming an architect, and often jokes that Coach AM increased her chances by introducing her to climbing - so her height perception has improved. She’s the eldest sister of Sasha Golding and. There was some friction between the siblings when they were younger, as their father’s abandonment of the family prompted a range of reactions, with her decision being to just ignore the pain rejection bought and when he was mentioned she’d vanish up to her room. This never dampened her defensive nature where her sisters are concerned, and she has a distinctly maternal quality to her nature - something that contrasts with her 2000s Avril Lavigne aesthetic, nose stud and short cut, tufty black hair that flips naturally at the ends - that extends to her friends, whom she’s very protective towards. She got a cat for her fourteenth birthday - in a very impromptu manner - who’s a tabby named Almond and doted upon by the whole family, especially their mom. Having come out as bisexual, she’s been talking to a girl who attends an all girl school in the next town over - however this information is being protected at all costs from her sisters, who she knows will conduct their own investigation and never stop bombarding her with questions. She belongs to a tight knit friend group and has known her best friend since she was only three, being an intensely loyal person who’ll stand by those she cares about to the bitter end - something she’s recognised in Coach AM and thoroughly respects. Sometimes her sarcasm can seem a little biting, but she’s been trying her best to scale this back as she doesn’t want to upset anyone.