Alma Mater
I graduated from Argyle Secondary School. When it comes to school initials, I really think we could have done better.
At least our school motto was a keeper:
"Carpe diem!"
(Seize the day)
~Melissa
School Days
I don't know if it's just me, but I have some pretty fond memories of school: elementary, high school, and college. So this is where I get to talk about them with all the abandon and reflection of one who obviously hasn't been there in a really long while. I've pretty much decided to give names where names are appropriate. My memory is fuzzy and obviously biased so if I'm writing about you and something I write is totally inaccurate or just plain makes you look bad, well, you have two options:
a) consider the source and move on
b) take a pill, it was years ago!
However, if you stumble across this page and think, "Wow! I remember her! Hey wait! I've got a great story to add!" By all means, send me a quick email, let me know which grade you are referring to and lay it on me!
So, before we start, it gets a little complicated when you think about me and school. The reason for this is because I've had so many names over the years that it's hard to keep up with me. If you think you know me - you probably do.
See if any of the schools (or names) below ring any bells.
Melissa Brouwers
This is the name I was born with. It was a real joy listening to people butcher it endlessly in the early years of school. Plus, I got called on right away all...the...time.
- Windsor Elementary (Burnaby, B.C.)
- Dr. George M. Weir Elementary (Vancouver, B.C.)
- Kerrisdale Elementary (Kerrisdale, B.C.)
- Coronation Elementary (Port Moody, B.C.)
- Lynn Valley Elementary (North Vancouver, B.C.)
Melissa Parker
My mom remarried on my 13th or 14th birthday. It was easier to spell, so I kept it.
- Argyle Secondary School (North Vancouver, B.C.)
- Capilano College (North Vancouver, B.C.)
Melissa Bianco
Now that I'm married to a Bianco, well, I'm back to the B's again, aren't I?
- Ohlone College (Fremont, CA)
- Liberty University (Lynchburg, VA)
Details
Argyle 10-Year Reunion
Grade Recap
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Capilano College
Ohlone College
Liberty University