Monday, October 25, 2004

Realistic Expectations

T.J. Myers says his peers expect him to accomplish great things.

Myers is president of the National Honor Society, president of the chess club, captain of a competitive quiz team and a recognized artist with a backlog of orders for his scroll saw woodcuts. But the Homedale High School senior said he's not interested in taking on the world or becoming famous.

"All I really want to do is go to college, get a job and help people," Myers said.

Myers works a few hours each week, tutoring students for the Boise State University Educational Talent Search program.

"I have this skill with academics," Myers said, explaining why he decided to work with other students. "I should put it to good use and help people."

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