Name and Class Year
Shane Costalos '26
Hometown
Mountainside
Previous School
Holy Trinity School
Favorite Quote
"Obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through, or work around it." -Michael Jordan
What are you involved in at OP?
Right now, I am involved in the Freshman Basketball team, during the fall I run cross country, and I'm also in the Operation Smile Club.
What awards or honors have you earned at OP (in your short time here)?
A varsity letter for cross country and the High Honors Award.
What does it mean to you to be recognized by the OP community?
It means a lot to be recognized at OP because it means I've made an impact - big or small - in our community.
What are some of your hobbies outside OP?
Surfing, snowboarding, basketball, golf and running
What makes OP special?
What makes OP special is the community we have. Oratory Prep is not the biggest school, which means the students here become closer to one another. It's a place where you can make lifelong friends.
What is your favorite spot on campus and why?
My favorite spot on campus is the cafeteria. In the the morning you get to sit with friends, have breakfast, study for any upcoming tests, and have a good time before school starts. At lunch you get delicious food and can sit, eat, and talk at a table with friends. After school, you can get your homework done there, wait for your sport to start - and of course - talk with friends.
What is your favorite OP memory?
So far in my time at Oratory Prep, my favorite memory was Spirit Week. It was a lot of fun to participate in activities with friends and we had a blast during the dodgeball tournament.
What is your favorite OP class and why?
My favorite OP class is Biology. I enjoy learning about cells, living things, and about nature.
What do you love about being an OP Ram?
What I love about being an OP Ram is the fun I have at school. The classes I take are very interesting, the sports are great, and the community is very welcoming.