Grade: 12

Family members: (mom) Michelle Schwartz, (Dad) Tim Mattes, (Step mom) Andrea Keller, (Step dad) Daniel Schwartz, (Sisters) Ivy Mattes, Sage Mattes, (Brother) Parker Yoder

Favorite subject(s): Language arts, gym and BAVTS

Activities: Drawing, coloring, reading and exercise

Next steps: Penn Tech, electrical union and rooming with my friends

Career goals: Getting into the electrical union and joining the military

Heroes: Billie Eillish, because she is never afraid to be herself and tell it how it is

Hobbies: Coloring, skateboarding/roller skating, shopping

Current job(s): Starbucks barista

Volunteer/community work: PEEPSFEST, Cheer Coach, Angel trees

Likes: Pickles, difficult puzzles, being productive

Dislikes: Arrogant people, chewing loud and homework

Greatest accomplishment (so far): Making it to senior year

Advice for peers: Stick with your gut, use common sense, and don’t feel scared to speak up

Julia Swan coordinates student profiles for the Bethlehem Press.