With their sweet smiles and calm personalities, Irene Opoku-Gyamfi (left) and Jazhira Douglas (right) (who likes to be called “Jazzy”) have settled into the Guilford ABC house as freshmen at Guilford High School. Irene who originates from New York City says that “Guilford people are really nice. There’s lots to do here, and it’s pretty quiet.” She’s tried pickleball and thinks Guilford High School is “cool. There are so many clubs that I’ll never be bored!” Her favorite subjects are history and science. She is thinking about becoming a pediatrician. Irene especially enjoys volleyball and reading.
Jazzy hails from Bridgeport, Connecticut, and also finds Guilford “quiet.” She’s already been to the Guilford Fair – “the food and the rides were really good!” She loves the Guilford Green and enjoys all sports, especially soccer. Jazzy is committed to “making goals and teamwork.” She enjoys studying Latin and science courses and is “thinking about the future.” Her favorite singer currently is singer-songwriter Lauryn Hill. Jazzy has already become close to the other scholars. “They’re like sisters. They make me feel welcome.”