For their fourth grade Christmas recorder concert, young students demonstrate their gleaned skills, with the exception of one. With a front row, consisting of 2011 seniors Will Gonzales, left to right, Ricky Lopez, Frank Daniel and Jacob Balderas, concealing most of his forgetfulness, Austin Ward, second from right, middle row, stands recorderless.

With seven years passed, Ward anticipates graduation as The Feather’s editor-in-chief and a National Merit Semifinalist. His years of heedless irresponsibility appear to be over.

For more information, read the Sept. 21 article, Editor recognized as National Merit Semifinalist. For more childhood photos, check out Little Graff and Tap princess.