Wendell Collins is one of the school’s 318 new freshmen using the lunch room. Collins carries a blue and orange nylon lunch bag every day. While other students are battling the long lunch lines, he is the one calmly seated and enjoying his lunch.
The average student spends approximately $5 a day on cafeteria food, which adds up to about $25 a week. But not Collins. By the end of school year, Collins will have saved about $800 on lunch by bringing his own food.
Here’s what Collins has to say:
How has your first month of high school been?
So far it has been good.
What was the biggest change from middle school to high school for you?
This school is a lot bigger and has a lot more people.
Who’s your favorite teacher so far?
(English teacher) Ms. (Deborah) Elliott.
Are you interested in any school clubs or sports?
None have caught my interest yet.
What would you like to accomplish during freshman year?
Maintain good grades throughout the whole year.
What do you think about the school’s lunch menu?
It’s cool, but I’d rather bring my own lunch.
Why do you carry a lunch box?
It’s less complicated and saves me money.
Who packs your lunch?
I pack my own lunch either before school in the morning or the night before.
What’s in a typical lunch for you?
Different types of sandwiches, juice boxes, fruit or fruit snacks, and Cheetos.
What are your future plans?
To become an inventor.