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I am currently a sophmore year at Palatine High School, located in Cook County, IL.

Palatine High School

Extracurriculars

Business Professionals of America

BPA

Active member of Business Professionals of America (BPA), participating in competitive events, leadership activities, and professional development. Engaged in team projects, networking, and skills-building in business, finance, and technology. Placed 5th at D211 Regional Competition for Presentation Management Team.

Cutlass Newspaper

Cutlass

Reporter for Cutlass, my school's award-winning newspaper, covering business topics such as stock market trends, youth finance advice, emerging technology, and AI. Published numerous well-received opinion pieces, providing insights on economic and technological developments.

Pirates Math Team

Math

Member of the Math Team, qualified for the ICTM state competition and placed in the top 10 for the team event in 2024. North Suburban Math League perfect score in 2023. Developed strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and analytical thinking through rigorous training and competitions.

Cross Country/Track & Field

XC

Competed in both cross country and track and field, consistently placing in the top five in numerous races. Dedicated to improving performance, achieving significant personal record improvements over time. Focused on teamwork and leadership by motivating and supporting teammates. Recognized for excellence with the Outstanding Sophomore Award.

Classes

AP Calculus BC:

Developed advanced mathematical skills in differential and integral calculus, applying concepts to real-world problems and enhancing analytical thinking.

AP U.S. History:

Gained a deep understanding of American history, exploring key events, figures, and movements that shaped the nation's political, social, and economic development.

AP Computer Science A:

Learned programming fundamentals in Java, developing problem-solving skills and creating algorithms to tackle computational challenges.

AP Computer Science Principles:

Gained proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Python. Then, applied them to multiple complex projects.

AP Seminar:

Learned to effectively write argumentative papers and organize smooth-flowing presentations. Improved my public-speaking skills through presentations on Personal Identity, Social Media, the Opioid Epidemic, and Oppression.

Consumers Education:

Acquired knowledge on financial literacy, consumer rights, and smart decision-making, equipping myself with the tools to navigate the marketplace responsibly and effectively.

Spanish 3:

Gained the ability to proficiently read, write, and speak in Spanish. Understanding of grammar, punctuation, sentence structures, and various words and phrases for maintaining conversations.

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