Finnliegh Miller

Class of 2026

When you think of Wakefield, what three words come to mind first?

Everything is awesome

What song reminds you of high school?

“Equestria Girls (Cafeteria Song) by Twilight Sparkle

Spartan or Athenian?

Athenian

What are you involved in at Wakefield?

Academics, Community Council, Poetry Club

What is your favorite activity and why?

Painting classrooms over the summer because it is very satisfying

What’s your favorite place on campus and why?

The senior parking lot before school because it has some great bird watching and is a serene way to start the day

Who is your favorite teacher and why?

Ms. Daeschel, because she's been a keystone of my Wakefield experience, and it feels like we have grown together in our Wakefield experience.

What is your favorite thing about Wakefield?

The accessible and close relationships built with teachers

Describe an experience you’ve had at Wakefield that you could not have had anywhere else.

Either Ms. Daeschel's Latin class and her profound ability to make Latin approachable, if not almost fun, or Dr. D's jarring classes that taught you the usually unsaid part of history.

What are some ways you’ve grown since you first came to Wakefield?

I learned to be comfortable in the discomfort of not knowing and learning to explore who I am and who I am meant to be.

What is your dream job?

Snow leopard nanny

Where is your journey taking you next?

Into the wilderness of Vermont

What will you miss most about Wakefield?

Quiet mornings in the parking lot, jamming out, and watching the birds fly about

Wishing Finnliegh all the best as she takes her thoughtful spirit, love of learning, and adventurous heart into the wilderness of Vermont and beyond — carrying with her quiet mornings, bird watching, and the courage to explore who she is meant to be!