June 9, 2025
What is your name, age, school, and what community are you from?
My name is Norelle Stevens , I am 18 years old, and currently attending Alison Bernard memorial high school, I am from Eskasoni First Nation.
What clubs, teams, or groups are you involved in at school, and after-school?
I was involved in the girls basketball and lob-ball team.
What’s your favourite subject in school?
My favourite subject in school is math.
If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be, and why?
I would absolutely love to go Hawaii and learn more about their culture , and to also hike a volcano.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I enjoy spending my time napping, cruising, or spending time with my friends and family.
What are your plans for when you graduate, and why?
My plan after I graduate is to attend Acadia University for my bachelor of science nursing , after my Nursing degree I plan on heading to med school and become a paediatrician.
What do you see yourself doing ten years from now?
In 10 years I see myself becoming a doctor helping our people and helping kids in hospitals.
Do you have a role model? If so, who? And why?
Yes my biggest role model is my Mom , she’s helped guide me to become the person I am today, she’s given me unconditional love and support and believed in everything I did and continue to do.
What is your best memory from your high school years?
My best memory of my high school years is this year when we went to the grad trip in Florida where I got closer to my peers.
What is the best thing about your school?
Our teachers are the best thing at ABMHS. They’re all so understanding, caring and supportive.
Who has made an impact on you?
My principal Newell Johnson has made a big impact on me.she is the sweetest, kindest and most loving person you can ever meet. As I’ve watched her help anyone and everyone in need and offer her unconditional love and support to everyone around her. She would literally give you the shirt off her back if you needed.she helped and guided me from grade 9-12.
Is there something you'd like to see in your school or community that isn't there now?
I would love to see a library and a safe space for youth hangout.
Do you have any words of advice, a personal favourite quote, or a thank-you?
You define your own life. Don't let other people write your script.-Oprah Winfrey