For future parents hoping for twins, the odds are not in their favor. However, that was not the case for the 11 pairs of twins currently enrolled here at Sparkman. Despite being dressed in matching outfits as children, each pair of twins has grown to be much more than a matched set. They are instead true individuals.

According to webmd.com, the chances of having twins is about three in 100, or three percent. When taking into consideration the actual size of the sophomore class, which rounds out at about 600 strong, the math adds up. These unique individuals are living and breathing proof of the school’s iconic diversity.

For sophomores Hailey and Kirby Brown, having a twin is not as great an anomaly as others perceive it to be.

“It doesn’t feel different for me, since this is all I’ve ever known. You always have someone by your side, so you never have to do anything alone,” Hailey said.

Despite all the scientific facts and research, there are still several myths regarding twins, such as telepathy or being able to feel the others pain, floating around begging to be answered.

“They’re true in a way, since we do think the same way occasionally. So if someone says something, it’ll usually spark the same response in both of us,” Hailey said.

Although twins may look alike on the surface, beneath that striking exterior is a personality all to their own. The likeness can often cause confusion amongst others, but the twins find ways to differentiate themselves from their counterpart, complementing each other in the end.

“We have different career interests. I’m more science minded while Hailey is more artistic and English minded. So we balance each other. If she needs help in math, I’ll help her, and if I need help in English, she’d help me,” Kirby said.

Sparkman’s twins will continue to grow into unique individuals, sharing their vibrant personalities with all they encounter.