Class of 2009

Class of 2009

Reach for the Stars

Amanda Callagy was just like any other kid. She went to school, was involved in sports, cheerleading, hung out with her friends and worked hard to get good grades in school.

All of that changed when a progressive illness took away her ability to walk, write, care for herself, be a normal teenager. From age to 12 until she lost her battle at age 16, Amanda tried to live her life to the fullest. She got up every day, and no matter how hard life got, she faced each day with perseverance. Amanda didn't know any other way. To persevere was the only option.

After being home-bound for almost one year, Amanda gave up her comfort and care at home to return to school. In a wheelchair and needing complete assistance, she faced each obstacle head on and did all that she could to remain an active part of SBHS. The connection with friends, the outside world and normalcy itself, something she had before and that we often take for granted, is what Amanda so desperately wanted back.

Amanda knew that she may not have forever to reach her dreams, but she continued to plan for the future and work towards her goal to be an interior designer. Amanda's journey was cut short. She will not have those opportunities to fulfill her dreams. While no one really knows what the future holds, we encourage each of you to face each day with perseverance, feel proud of the choices that you make, and live your life to the fullest...in Amanda's memory.

When you look up in the sky at night~

And you see a star shining bright~

Think of Amanda and reach for the stars!

Congratulations and Best of Luck Class of 2009.

The Callagy Family