Kids TALK BACK

The Daily Pilot asked young residents and tourists at Balboa Fun

Zone what preparations they’re making for the end of the school year.

“I’m just working on studying for my tests, and I can’t wait until

summer so I can go to the beach, surf and get a girlfriend.”

MARIO DANOVA, 14

Newport Beach

“I’m spending most of my free time scheduling for the camps I’m going

to attend and shopping for summer clothes.”

MEREDITH MATICS, 13

Tustin

“I need to make sure I get all my homework finished and plan on coming

out here to see the beach.”

KEVIN VINES, 15

Newport Beach

“Finals are coming up so I’m studying for those, but I’m also

preparing to volunteer as a candy striper this summer.”

MARIE MCNALLY, 14

Huntington Beach

“I’m just looking forward to an end of tests, and getting the chance

to have fun with my friends and meet some new people.

MICHAEL PEARSON, 13

Newport Beach

--Interviews and photos by Tariq Malik