Q. In what grade are you currently enrolled?

A. I’m currently enrolled in 12th grade at Emmaus High School.

Q. Please provide the first names of your family members: parents, siblings and pets.

A. My dad’s name is Anthony, my mom’s name is Ana and our dog’s name is Rocky.

Q. What is your favorite subject? Why?

A. My favorite subject is math because I enjoy tackling complex problems that could be solved in more ways than one. Even when I can’t solve it, I enjoy learning the proper process for how and learning from my mistakes.

Q. Have you received any special awards or recognition?

A. Last year, I received an award for my grades and dedication in French and I’ve earned Principal’s Honor Roll every year of high school. Additionally, I was also given the Coach’s Choice Award for my dedication and work in track and field.

Q. Are you involved in any extracurricular activities? How has being involved in these organizations impacted your high school experience?

A. I’m vice president in our school’s chapter of Future Business Leaders of America and secretary in Aevidum. Also, I throw javelin for our school’s track and field team and I’m a member of both National Honor Society and French National Honor Society. These activities have impacted my high school experience by teaching me the importance of hard work, determination and empathy. They’ve helped me to better understand myself and give me the tools necessary to become a good leader.

Q. What do you consider your biggest challenge to date?

A. My biggest challenge to date was overcoming the loss of my mentor. He was someone who I was very close to and he helped ease my transition into high school. He was someone I could rely on for advice and support whenever I was faced with a difficult situation. Without him, I wouldn’t have been able to grow into the person I am today. I will forever remember all of his advice to me and strive for greatness.

Q. What is your next goal after high school?

A. My next goal after high school is to study finance or business administration at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Also, I hope to further the reach of our school’s club Aevidum.

Q. If you could spend an evening conversing with an historically significant person, whom would you choose? Why?

A. If I could spend an evening conversing with an historically significant figure, I’d choose Alexander the Great. I would choose him because he is one of the greatest leaders to ever live and he understood what it took to forge a path toward success. Also, I find him and his life story completely fascinating.

Q. For what would you like to be remembered?

A. I would like to be remembered for my work ethic and my passion. Through my work with Aevidum and FBLA, I was able to pursue my passions while impacting the school and student body positively. I want my actions and accomplishments to speak for themselves.

Q. Do you have any advice for your peers?

A. My advice to my peers would be not to be afraid of trying new things. Trying new things and getting out of your comfort zone is how you find your true self. They should learn to embrace change and go with the flow.