Bobcat Stories

We are thrilled to spotlight Akash Ahuja, a standout student at Bosque School. Akash's enthusiasm for learning and active participation in various school activities exemplify the vibrant and inclusive community at Bosque School.

What’s your favorite class at Bosque School, and why?

My favorite class is STEAM, which replaces art this quarter. I like this class because I get to learn about how machines, codes, and mechanical stuff work. We made a robot, and now we are making a Geometry Dash on Scratch.

Can you share a memorable project or assignment you’ve worked on and what made it special?

A memorable project that I have worked on is the "Historical Fiction Story."  In English, we made original stories about a specific time period or person. I did mine about the Black Death. It was called "The Wrath of the Black Death," and I think that it is the best piece of writing that I have ever made!

What extracurricular activities or clubs are you involved in, and what do you enjoy most about them?

I am involved in robotics, board games in Ms. Jenkins’ room, math club, VOICES, GSA, and I plan to participate in the archery team. I love the activities because everybody is friends who always help you when you need it.

Do you have a particular hobby or interest outside of school that you’re passionate about?

I love reading. That is number one, or at least really high up there. I read all sorts of things, ranging from fantasy to non-fiction. One other thing is that I always wonder how things work. "How do you think that car's handle popped out as if propelled by rockets but then retracted again?" I would ask my dad, and then we would proceed to speculate how it could potentially work. I even have a book about pathophysiology! (What happens when your body's normal defenses fail).

What’s a book, movie, or TV show you’d recommend to your peers and why?

I would recommend the Artemis Fowl series. I find the series engaging because Artemis has a really high intelligence score, understanding and beating fairy technology. Also, author Eoin Colfer makes up situations that keep you engaged because of how intricate they are. He is a really good writer.

What would you tell a family who is considering Bosque School?

This school is really engaging, and the teachers are kind and listen to what you need. The school's science curriculum is exemplary, taking you out in the field to places from the bosque right behind the school and up to the Sandias. You can skip grades in math with the advanced math track, which I am currently in. This places your child in a harder class, helping keep your child challenged and engaged. All in all, this is a great school to send your child.

Do you have a funny or moving anecdote about Bosque School that you'd like to share?

On a hike during the 7th-grade camping trip, I was near the front with Mr. Etigson, the English teacher, and a fellow 7th grader named Irina was next to us. I told Mr. Etigson, "It's nice to talk to teachers because I can ask them in-depth questions about the subject they teach, and they are usually good conversationalists." He replied with, "Yeah, but it's cool to hang out with Irina, too." Then, Irina said, "Yeah, I'm cool." I responded with something that my friends and I joke about, and will probably put as my senior quote in the yearbook. It was, "Well, you might be cool, but I am awesome!" (It might be amazing, too. I forgot which.)

What is a family tradition or activity that is really meaningful to you, and why do you think it has been passed down in your family?

Rakhi is a tradition/celebration that we do. Rakhi is an Indian tradition that involves tying a string around your sibling's wrist. The celebration/tradition symbolizes the bond between siblings. In my case, it is brother and sister. I think that this was passed down because it is an important tradition, and it symbolizes something that siblings often forget: The bond between brother and sister is an unbreakable one. Also, it reminds you: Be nice to your sibling!