Grade: 12

Family members: Mom (Melissa), Dad (Faust IV), Sister (Luisa), Brother (Faust V)

Favorite subject(s): My favorite subject is History because it is a powerful aid in understanding the current political and socioeconomic climate.

Activities: Senior Class President, varsity girls soccer captain, MA Co-president of Model UN/Congress, MA Co-president of Special Needs Awareness Club, Captain of History Trivia team, District 10 violinist, Pennsylvania State Orchestra violinist, Comenius scholar, NHD medalist

Next steps: I would like to attend a 4 year college in order to study History or American Culture Studies.

Career goals: I would like to pursue a P.D. in American history and potentially become an analyst or teacher.

Heroes: My hero is Justice Sandra Day O’Connor who served on the Supreme Court from 1981-2006. I attended a historical Model Congress conference portraying Justice Blackmun, therefore interacted with former cases on which Justice O’Connor was particularly vocal. I truly admire how Justice O’Connor fearlessly assumed the role of the first female justice and paved the way for women in highly admired governmental positions.

Hobbies: I love to play my violin in orchestras, play soccer for my school team, and ski in Big Sky Montana.

Volunteer/community work: I volunteer at soccer camps and Mercy School for Special Learning events, and I tutor kindergarteners in both English and math through the Edumate program.

Likes: I like to listen to history podcasts and go on hikes for peace of mind.

Dislikes: I dislike the overuse of the phrase, “at the end of the day,” and disrespect toward one’s elders.

Greatest accomplishments (so far): Playing in the Pennsylvania state orchestra, running 24 miles in 24 hours, and completing my Comenius Independent Research Project.

Advice for peers: Do not be afraid to join a club or an activity that your friends aren’t joining. You will make so many connections with those who share your interests if you step outside of your comfort zone.

Ellie Capobianco is a student reporter for the Bethlehem Press again this school year.