Academics

High School: Wabash Middle/High School

Year: Senior (12th Grade)

GPA: 4.0

Indiana College Core (ICC): Magna Cum Laude 3.75 to 3.999 GPA 

High School Academic Honors: 9th, 10th, 11th

Courses Taken: 

• Introduction to Psychology (Ivy Tech) - A
• Introduction to Sociology (Ivy Tech) - A
• Earth Science (Ivy Tech) - A
• Communications (Ivy Tech) - B
• English Composition (Dual Credit) - A-
• Pre-Calculus (Dual Credit) - A+
• Trigonometry (Dual Credit) - A+
• Government (Dual Credit) - B
• Economics (Dual Credit) - A
• Introduction to Literature (Dual Credit) - A-
• The Exceptional Learner (Manchester University) - A
• Psychology-224 (Manchester University) - A

Courses In Progress:

• Philosophy (IUK)
• Speech (IUK) 
• Biology 105 (Dual Credit)
• US History 101 (Dual Credit)

Leadership/Clubs

• Key Club Member - Freshman-Senior
• Vice President, Key Club - Junior
  
  • Led meetings once a month and organized service projects to help the local community.
  • Collaborated with members to plan volunteer activities: making cards for veterns, Kiwanis Pancake Day, setting up/helping run OJ Neighbors Elementary reenactment, etc.
  • Helped develop new initatives to encourage student involvement in service and community outreach.
• President, Key Club - Senior
  
  • Oversee all club activities, meetings, and member engagement.
  • Plan and execute service events.
  • Provide leadership to other club officers and members.
• Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) - Sophomore
  
  • Red Cross Blood Drive
• Art Club - Freshman-Junior 
• Book Club - Freshman-Junior
• Jazz Band - Sophomore-Junior
• Pep Band/Concert Band - Freshman-Junior
• All County Honors Band - Freshman-Junior
• Academic Team (Math) - Freshman-Junior
• Spell Bowl - Freshman-Junior

• Academic Letter - Freshman-Junior
  
  • Letter awarded to me by the school to recognize my academic accomplishments.
• National Honor Society - Sophomore/Junior
  
  • Maintain a high GPA while balancing extracurricular commitments.
  • Participate in service projects like ringing a bell for the Salvation Army.
• National/National Junior Honor 8th grade "Outstanding Achievement Award 2022 NJHS/NASSP - https://www.njhs.us/advisers/the-njhs-outstanding-achievement-award/2022-winners/ 
  • As National Junior Honors Society President, I was nominated for the National Outstanding Achievement Award. I was so honored to recieve this award, I worked alongside, not only my community, but the county around me. 
• National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS)
• HOBY Leadership Seminar - Ambassador 2024 (2025 - attended as a Junior Staff Member)
  • Attended the HOBY Leadership Seminar, engaging in leadership training, community service, and team-building activities.
  • Gained a deeper understanding of effective leadership and committed to applying these lessons in future roles.
• Manchester NxtGen Leadership Camp - 2024-2025
  • Attended the NxtGen Leadership camp at Manchester University 2 years in a row, participated in community service, learned how to be a better leader, learned essential life skills, lived at the college for a couple of days.

Through my involvement in Key Club, National Honors Society, and the HOBY Leadership Seminar, I have developed essential leadership skills. These experiences have taught me the importance of collaboration, communication, and service, all of which are crucial in building a positive and effective learning environment. As Vice President of Key Club and a member of NHS, I have learned how to manage projects, lead teams, and inspire others to get invloved in their communities. Attending HOBY further expanded my understanding of leadership by offering new perspectives and strategies for fostering growth and motivation in others. These lessons will continue to influence my approach to teaching, helping me create a classroom where students feel supported, empowered, and encouraged to reach their full potential. 

Internships

• Intern, 5th Grade Classroom - Wabash Middle School - 2024
  • Assisted the teacher with classroom management, lesson planning, and student activities.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to reinforce concepts in subjects such as math, reading, and writing.
  • Supported small group instruction, helping students understand difficult concepts and provide encouragement .
  • Gained hands-on experience in fostering an engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Intern, 4th Grade Classroom - OJ Neighbours Elementary School 
  
  • Assist in preparing/delivering lessons, including math, reading, and writing.
  • Work directly with students during independent and small group work.
  • Observe and help manage classroom dynamics.
  • Sit in on meetings to help plan the weeks ahead.
  • Provide feedback to students on their work.
• Radio Station Internship - WKUZ Radio - 2022-2025
  
  • Collaborate with Furry Fix to build cat shelters for homeless cats in the community.
  • Assist in constructing and assembling the shelters, ensuring they are safe and suitable for the cats.
  • Help set up and volunteer for kids day events; Kids Easter Day, Kids Christmas, Kids Halloween, etc... help kids with activities and give them goodies for free.
• Office Aide - Wabash Middle/ High School - 2023-2024

My internships have provided valuable hands-on experience that will shape my future in education. Working in 5th and 4th grade classrooms has helped me develop key skills in classroom management, lesson planning, and supporting students. These experiences have reinforced my passion for teaching and my commitment to creating positive learning environments. Additionally, my internship at WKUZ Radio, where I assist with building cat shelters, has taught me the importance of teamwork, communication, and community involvement. Helping give kids holidays they might not have had otherwise has shown me the importance of volunteering. These experiences together have deepened my desire to pursue a career in education, where I can inspire students to grow academically and personally.