Turning Point: Leila Durrie
The view of Florence, Italy, from Piazzale Michelangelo
After months of meetings and preparation, I boarded a plane headed the farthest away from home I’d ever been. On July 20, 2022, I joined a group of CHS students, parents and teachers, led by my former forum leader, Steve Coron, to go on the iconic Italy trip. I was terrified but so excited to leave my family and explore a country that I’ve dreamed of going to. The flights were long and tedious, but upon arrival in Rome, I knew this trip was going to change my perspective on the world. Traveling to Italy made me realize how big our world really is, but how community can be found everywhere.
About the Writer
Leila Durrie, Video Producer
Leila Durrie is a Junior and entering her second year in Journalism. When not focusing on school, Leila enjoys doing theatre, being outside in nature (preferably at the beach), thrifting for funky clothes, drinking iced matcha lattes, and spending time with her friends. Leila loves all things music, and can often be found making Spotify playlists with her airpods in. She is so excited about journalism this year and looking forward to focusing on multimedia!
