Published June 4th, 2025
BY DANIELA FOLEY
As graduation inches closer, the seniors of the 2024-25 Sandpiper staff are preparing to leave the nest and take flight into their futures. The group of five seniors on staff this year were truly inspirational, as they consistently chose to work harder and always left a smile on our faces. As each takes a different path to achieve their goals following high school, whether pursuing athletics or journalism or more, this group will find success, as the manner in which they approached writing for the Sandpiper was outstanding. On behalf of The Sandpiper, thank you and good luck.
Avery Palshaw
Avery Palshaw, The Sandpiper’s current editor-in-chief, will study Strategic Communications at the University of Missouri. courtesy of AVERY PALSHAW
Avery, a three-year staff writer and current editor-in-chief, shows what it means to be a true journalist. The passion that Avery brings to the paper gives its sparkle, and she is surely one of the main reasons you, as a reader, decided to thumb through the June issue. For Avery, writing any article, whether uncovering local history or writing an opinion piece, is an art. During her time at CHS, Avery has won three consecutive Monterey County Courtroom Journalist Competitions, as well as the California High School Mock Trial Courtroom Journalist Competition in 2024 when she advanced to the National High School Mock Trial Championship. Next year, Avery will join her sister, also a former editor of The Sandpiper, at the University of Missouri to study Strategic Communications.
Nicole Mirski
Nicole Mirski is headed to Northeastern University to study Psychology and Criminal Justice. courtesy of NICOLE MIRSKI
A three-year writer and website editor, Nicole has shown us time and again what it means to persevere. No matter how challenging a story may be to piece together, or how unique a source, Nicole consistently handles it professionally. Adding to a collection of superpowers, Nicole has a talent for teaching. Being a mentor comes naturally to her, and she has an unwavering desire to help others. While uncovering the truth during her reporting, Nicole has learned how to adapt to a variety of challenges, people and situations. Nicole will take these skills developed in Room 23 to Northeastern University next year, where she will study Psychology and Criminal Justice and potentially go on to attend law school.
Alex Frederick
Alex Frederick will continue his education and athletics at Orange Coast College next fall. courtesy of ALEX FREDERICK.
Alex has lightened up Room 23 since the day he stepped in two years ago. Through constant jokes and his ability to understand others, Alex has a knack for connecting with those around him. Beyond that, Alex’s passion for what he believes in has led him to engage in a multitude of activities beyond the classroom, including a series of extracurriculars concerning public policy. The two-year Sandpipette served as a co-captain for the CHS boys’ varsity water polo team, while also playing for Monterey Bay United Water Polo. Pursuing his interests further, Alex is eager to continue his athletic career at Orange Coast College, where he hopes to study Political Science before transferring to a four-year university.
Savanna Radowicz
Savanna, who joined The Sandpiper this past year, is continuing her education at UCSB to study Earth Science. courtesy of SAVANNA RADOWICZ
Joining the Sandpiper team this school year, Savanna has truly brought a sense of joy to the crew. Constantly
working on unique stories highlighting the success of others, Savanna has made the 2025 Newspaper class a team, united through a common goal. Always connecting with others through her charismatic personality, Savanna has brought her passion to the basketball court, being a co-captain of the varsity team for the past two years. Bringing her creativity to life through her love of art, Savanna has a variety of talents. Next year, Savanna will attend University of California, Santa Barbara, where she will study Earth Science.
Laith Rodriguez
Laith Rodriguez is excited to play water polo at Cabrillo College. courtesy of LAITH RODRIGUEZ
Another first-year writer for The Sandpiper, Laith has a serious attention to detail that has made his writing significantly improve over the course of his time as a staff member. Constantly bringing a smile to those around him, Laith’s stories have connected the community of Carmel, as he applies his passion for writing to each and every article. From writing about the success of local clubs to reviewing the “Minecraft” movie, Laith’s constant desire to do better is unbeatable. A center for the boys’ varsity water polo team, Laith will continue to play next year at Cabrillo College and hopes to transfer to San Jose State University to pursue a career in aviation.
