Alex Schrank '20 Recruiting Profile

I started my high school career last year at Chaminade High School in Mineola, NY. It was an all-male Catholic High School that had me commuting 2.5 hours per day. It was a tremendously challenging experience that taught me a lot. Time management was absolutely necessary to manage academics, sports, and travel. It made it difficult to fully experience high school. To get home in time to do my homework I had to leave right after school. I had little time for clubs and activities. I made some great friends, but they all lived more than an hour away from me. I committed to the first year of high school and gave it my best shot. I am really happy that I showed myself that I could make it through such a tough situation, but felt that I would be more successful at my local high school. I started at Ward Melville High School this fall. It has turned out to be a great opportunity. I now attend after school events almost every day after school. I have more time to focus on and enjoy my classes. I have much more time for sports and personal training as well. I am confident that my new school will allow me to be a more well rounded person and better prepare me for college.