Monmouth County Vocational Diesel Mechanics Trade School, Seniors

Ryan O’Toole

 / May 8, 2020
Please tell us about your current plans after high school. And what inspired you to choose this path?
To become a diesel mechanic and will be servicing large engines of cars, trucks, buses, and other vehicles.
Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I have two siblings, an older sister who is graduating from The University of Scranton and a younger brother who is excited to be an eagle one day! I have two loving parents that support me in everything I do.
What are a couple of your favorite local restaurants in the community?
Queso, Houlihans, and Temple
Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Mr. Masotta
If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
The Florida keys to go scuba diving
What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
Elf and The Empire Strikes Back
What is the best advice your ever received from a teacher? Who was that teacher?
“Never give up” Mr. Masotta
What is your go to band to listen to?
I enjoy all types of music and don’t have a favorite
If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would you meet for this lunch?
Mark Hamill (Luke Skywalker) and at Queso
What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
Track and field
Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Living in Middletown, working at a auto shop and making a lot of money while fixing engines
What show are you binge watching right now?
All the Star Wars and Marvel movies
What is your favorite month? holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
August, Christmas Day
Who inspires you to be better?
My dad
If you could go back over your entire school career, what is one thing you would do different?
Eliminate the Coronavirus so I can Graduate with my friends!
Who or what do you miss the most right now?
Finishing my Track and field season
What is the first thing you want to do when this quarantine is over?
Hit the road and visit all my favorite places (Yestercades, the beach, and restaurants)

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