Childhood Lost

This New Paltz Life

Entering high school is a pivotal time in a kid’s life. You’re figuring out what you want to look like and who you want to hang out with. Growing older means you’ll take on a heavier load in your studies, extracurriculars and home life. The year Michelle Michalko entered high school, though, family troubles meant she was saddled with much more responsibility than her peers. Here’s Liz Gaschler with the story…