Kasper Family

Throw a stone into the stream and the ripples that propagate themselves are the beautiful type of all influence. -Ralph Waldo Emerson

“My family was born and raised in Romeo. I had the opportunity to attend the Jr High at that location. I can remember spending many days outside, running up and down the hill after we ate lunch, or playing basketball in the gym when the weather wasn’t decent. My daughter was able to walk the same halls I did as a kid when she went through. By then, it was a middle school. I can remember sharing stories with her of the many dodgeball games and the surprise look on her face when I had to tell her that I wasn’t always this cool. 

The building was changed and adapted to fit the needs so many times. It had so much history to it, each addition telling a different story of the Town’s needs. Only after it was torn down did I truly learn of the history of it. In a town that is considered historic with so much rich history, I cannot believe it was allowed to go. 

Now that it’s gone, it shouldn’t be forgotten. Everyone who attended there has stories to share with their kids and memories of a time when they themselves were kids. We should preserve the site that it’s on, not only for the memories of the past, but for the future as well. The knowledge gained from the building that is no more can help us shape the future. The site can continue to adapt to our town’s needs. 

Many large cities understand the importance of green space. This summer I saw a post for the fireflies in the green space and I was amazed at how many there were. I do not ever remember seeing fireflies in my backyard in town. It made this site even more magical! It was as if Mother Nature was reminding us how important that space is.”

Photo credit: Sarah Kasper