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Class of 2010: Allie Tao
Allie Tao will graduate from San Ramon Valley High and attend Pomona College in Claremont, California in the fall.
High school graduates in the class of 2010 share their future plans and what they will miss most about Danville when they head off to college.
Name: Allie Tao
Age: 17
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School: San Ramon Valley High School
Where are you going to school in the Fall? Pomona College in Claremont, California.
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Why did you pick that school? I chose Pomona because it's a liberal arts school, which focuses solely on its undergraduate students. I also love the weather in Southern California—I can wear flip flops every day. At Pomona I can continue to play competitive soccer while receiving a solid and diverse education.
What do you hope to study? I will major in history as a pre-med major.
Who was your favorite high school teacher? Jeff Davis, A.P. comparative government and politics teacher.
What was your favorite subject? A.P. comparative government and politics, which is taught by Jeff Davis. (We demand the return of Townball!)
What are you going to miss the most about Danville when you go away to college? Besides my family and friends, I will miss the proximity to Walnut Creek and all its Asian food.
What was your favorite activity in high school? Playing varsity soccer and writing for the Wolfprint.