Senior Alya Hogan attends Rockbridge County High School. She is passionate about writing and activism, which has led to various achievements, including her position as the fourth Poet Laureate in her high school and y-street Leader of 2026. When not in school, Hogan often researches universities and learns different languages. Over the summer, she has studied both Japanese and Korean to further her education. By participating in journalism this year, she hopes to acquire skills that will advance her future career. deeply cares for her education. Her goal for next year is to attend a university she can proudly claim.