About Me
I'm an upcoming senior at Mass Academy, with my sending school being Nipmuc Regional in Upton, MA. Before moving here, I lived in North Carolina and Texas. Currently, I’m 17 years old and have two siblings and two dogs. I love reading, traveling, and collecting fun facts in a variety of topics. My favorite genres are fantasy and horror, although history is also pretty fun. I’m interested in the military and hope to pursue a degree in engineering.
Extracurriculars
This year, I joined the FIRST Robotics Team here at MAMS. I love this program and am learning so many skills, including how to handle various tools and CAD. I have also joined the CAD Club here at school to help me better engage with FIRST. For my freshman and sophomore years, I took part in the ARC Robotics team at my sending school. It was an amazing opportunity with a big focus on activism and ethics, allowing me to learn about more than just robotics, but still keeping a focus on aerial drones.
Outside of school, I participate in the Civil Air Patrol, which is an auxiliary of the Air Force, and I am currently a Cadet Senior Airman. I am also a part of a group called VOICE. This group is aimed at developing the Holocaust Museum that is opening in Boston in 2026, so that it is accessible and impactful to the public, through its educational programs, content organization, and outreach. These two activities have been extremely important to me, as they have gained me a new appreciation of the community and leadership skills, such as public speaking and organization.
Hobbies
I am a lacrosse goalie and play for both my sending school and a travel team. When I am not on the field, I enjoy working out, running, and competing in Spartan Races. In 2026, I hope to complete a Spartan Trifecta.
Outside of athletics, I enjoy coding, reading, and writing. Some of my favorite genres are epic fantasy, historical fantasy, and science fiction. I also love traveling and have visited five countries so far: England, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Italy. In addition, my family and I have explored more than thirty states in our RV, traveling along both the West and East Coasts. I find it incredible to see different parts of the world, experience cultural differences, and take in many beautiful places.
Community Service
This year, I volunteered with schoolhouse.world as a tutor for the SAT Reading and Math sections in four-week bootcamp programs. Through this experience, I worked with students from around the world, helping them strengthen their reading comprehension, math work, and test-taking skills. Beyond the bootcamp, I also tutor a variety of other subjects on the platform, allowing me to support learners internationally while giving back to a community that I also benefit from as a student.
I have also been volunteering on Saturdays at the Pawfect Life Rescue, where I help care for rescue dogs that are often transported from overcrowded or high-risk shelters across the country. My responsibilities include cleaning and maintaining the facility, helping with daily care for the dogs, and assisting at adoption and outreach events. Through this work, I have learned the importance of compassion, responsibility, and teamwork in supporting both animals and the families looking to adopt them.
In addition, I volunteered at the VFW Kids Fun Run, where I helped organize activities and support younger participants throughout the event. I assisted with setup, running of the event, and encouraging children to sign up and as they completed the course. Being part of the event gave me the opportunity to contribute to a positive community experience while helping create an enjoyable and welcoming environment for local families.
