My name is Ian Miles, and I am entering my second year as a writer for the FOCUS staff. I am excited to make the year two leap with a new advisor and new members of the publication. One of the reasons I joined the staff was to make more connections with the students and other teachers I interviewed. I also enjoy being around the other students in the class and the relaxed environment the staff creates. Along with writing for the FOCUS, I am a part of the baseball, basketball and cross country teams at Perry Meridian. I will be playing baseball for the Clutch travel team over the summer as well. Most of my summer is spent playing baseball and doing other outdoor activities with my friends. This year I will primarily write stories on sports and clubs but will hopefully be able to write more profiles too. I enjoy writing about the sports teams at the school because of my love for sports. My goal for the sports articles I write is to broaden students’ understanding of what their peers are accomplishing. In other words, show what Perry athletics is all about. I also will be writing about other events like musicals and clubs. My sister graduated last year and was a big part of the musical department. I went to many of her musicals and plays which gave me the knowledge to be able to write about them. I am glad the publication allows me to stay engaged within the school and be a part of as many activities as I can. The FOCUS will help expand my writing skills and get me more involved in the community. I am ready for another year of writing stories to provide a good publication for the school.