Yesenia Rosario is a senior at Robinson High School and a Co-Editor-In-Chief of the Knight Writers. This is her third year on staff and her second year as an editor. Rosario’s love for journalism was sparked at a young age as she took courses in the subject in middle school. Hesitant at fist, she quickly found her place in the Knight Writers’ staff expanding her skills. “Sophomore year I decided to join because I really wanted to do more photography and writing stories for the school newspaper,” Rosario said. Rarely found without at least one airpod in, ask Rosario what she’s listening to and the answer will probably be a relaxed, R&B artist with mellow, moody tones. “My favorite artists are Daniel Cezar, Peter McPoland and Frank Ocean, who needs to come back i’m begging him,” Rosario said. “I also have been loving Billie Eilish’s newest album.” Some of her favorite time in Newspaper has been spent writing quick News-briefs where she gets to talk to new people and dive into the community of her school. This passion for sharing stories has pushed Rosario to enter college pursuing a Journalism and Communications degree to pursue her talent and passion full-time. “My dream college is UF, but I want to go to any college that will take me and offers the best program for Journalism,” Rosario said.

Jasmyn Mitchner, a senior and staff writer, is entering her second year in journalism. This year, she hopes to take as many photos as possible—and improve with each shot.

“I just like to outdo myself every year because I feel like my photos get better and better every year I’m on staff,” Mitchner said.

Of all school events to take pictures for, she particularly enjoys photographing sports.

“I definitely want to take pictures for basketball and football,” Mitchner said.

Her experience in sports extends beyond just media, it’s her life.

“I’ve played sports my whole life. I play soccer currently, and I used to play flag football,” Mitchner said.

Mitchner mainly plays left wing, on the top of the field.

“As a left wing, I primarily focus on advancing the ball along the left side of the field, supporting both offensive and defensive plays. I work on passing to teammates, crossing the ball into the penalty area, and marking opposing players when necessary,” Mitchner said.

Mitchner is committed to playing soccer at the University of Central Florida. She will be graduating early this year on a full-ride scholarship.

“I’m graduating in December, so I want to spend as much time with my little brother before I have to leave him,” Mitchner said.

She also reflects on her sister, Janiece Mitchner (‘25), the former head illustrator for Knight Writers.

“My sister’s about to leave for college, so I’m trying to be with her as much as possible too,” Mitchner said.

Though Mitchner values being with her family, she has plans to pursue a professional career outside of the U.S.

“After I graduate from college, I would definitely play professionally overseas if given the chance,” Mitchner said.

Mitchner knows what she wants—and where she wants to go.

“I don’t know why I’m so obsessed with Spain, but I would literally love to go there. I keep begging my parents, and they just haven’t taken me yet. Definitely before I die, I will go to Spain,” Mitchner said.

Even after a professional sports career, Mitchner plans to return to journalism.

“I would love to someday do something like sports broadcasting or really anything in sports media. I love interviewing people and enjoy just talking about the game,” Mitchner said.

  (Profile by Grace Shafer)