Though Highlites makes its way to people's inboxes every week throughout the school year, the incredible commitment and dedication required for such frequent publication is often overlooked. When this year began, I must profess that I too was not fully aware just how much work the entire Highlites staff put in to every issue. While every member of the staff deserves tremendous accolades, this tribute is dedicated to three individuals who will end their tenure at WYHS in less than a month, yet whose imprint will remain forever in Claudia's Cave.

Justin Stauber- Individualism is a word tossed around quite a lot these days. However, until one sees the personal touch that Justin put into every one of his graphics, one can not truly appreciate the word. The devotion that Justin showed to this publication was truly an inspiration to those who were aware of it, especially myself. He watched countless YouTube videos to improve his already impeccable Photoshop techniques. He would forfeit many a Friday breakfast to complete the most stubborn of graphics. He spent Thursday afternoons creating the most stunning and precise of Highlites banners at the expense of extra soccer practice. Though being a perfectionist can at times be detrimental, Justin proved that with Highlites it is anything but, and for that, I thank him.

Jonah Katz- The programming ability that Jonah brought to the table was something instrumental in so many Highlites editions throughout the years. It would be safe to say that some of our more complex web-based issues could not have been concocted without the invaluable HTML and DreamWeaver knowledge Jonah Katz contributed. Though Jonah was the Technical Editor of the fantastic 2010-2011 Yearbook, he contributed his diverse technical abilities at many points throughout the year when Highlites was in a bind. His expertise and wide range of knowledge will sorely be missed by the Highlites, but certainly greatly appreciated by anyone fortunate enough to work with him on his future endeavors.

Joshua Stadlan-  When Josh Stadlan first invited me to join the Highlites Staff Writers, I had little idea that it was merely the beginning of personal and Highlites-related relationship that would lead me to the position I am in today, able to have the honor of penning his farewell. Throughout last year, Josh served as the paragon of what a Highlites Editor-in-Chief should be: he motivated the staff, structured the different departments and contributed hundreds of hours towards a publication which he revolutionized in every single one of its aspects. Josh continued to subtly guide the publication throughout this year, whether it was through his teaching of the many intricacies Photoshop, or through his immaculate last minute proofreading. It would not be an exaggeration to say that the example Josh Stadlan set during his tenure as Highlites Editor-in-Chief forged my unyielding work ethic and increased sense of responsibility that comes with the privilege of running this exceptional publication.   

While I have been fortunate enough to experience firsthand the incredible and unique talents of each of these three seniors, I hope this farewell purveys to the larger audience just how important the outgoing seniors have been to development, evolution and continuation of the Highlites.