Arlingtonian Student Newsmagazine

The Big Three

Posted on 07. Nov, 2009 by admin in Op/Ed

Seniors take their studies to the next level with ‘The Big Three’

By Zoey Whitmeyer ‘10

Once upon a time, in a library not so far away, three seniors, Danny Trotier, John Nemer, and Luke Laws, met up during third period study hall. The three bonded over the similarities they shared in sports and classes, deciding to become the framers of “The Big Three.”

The group meets every day during third period to study together.

“We like to think of ourselves as the nomads of the LC,” The Big Three said, who requested they be quoted collectively.

In order to strive for greatness, the group focuses on three core values: academia, sociality and community. These three principles are practiced weekly, The Big Three said. For example, The Big Three supports the high school community by visiting various bake sales and buying as many brownies as they can afford.

“[We] like to support other interest groups,” The Big Three said. “It is good for the community.”

To integrate other students into The Big Three, the group conducts an application process for The Big Three Plus, where a daily guest is allowed to sit in on The Big Three study session.

“The application process consists of a required interview, where social skills and study ethics are observed,” The Big Three said.

The Big Three’s framework does not limit The Big Three Plus to three guests per day, but that is traditionally the maximum number of guests, The Big Three said.

Diversity, as well as respect for others, is highly desired in Plus members.

“We are all about respect—find out what it means to The Big Three,” The Big Three said.

Unlike any other study group, The Big Three sets its own path by expanding their study group into areas other than just academia. They choose to emphasize the social aspect of their group, as well as the support of other classmates that the group provides.