From Prom Queen to Chemistry Champion: The Inspiring Journey of a High School Student

As a high school student, one of my most memorable moments was being voted prom queen in my junior year. I remember feeling exhilarated as I was welcomed with cheers and smiles from my classmates. That night, I was prettied up, surrounded by my lovely friends, and danced the night away with my prom king.

My most influential teacher was Dr. Eric “Doc” Schroeter in AP Chemistry. Despite his class being the last two periods of the day, Doc always made us smile with his sarcasm, frustration at technology, dad jokes, and supportive environment. He helped me find my voice for my college essays by prompting me to ask why we need more doctors and why specifically?

Outside of school, I was involved in various activities such as being a member of Building Our Future’s “Youth Voice Project,” singing in the Saint Anne’s Catholic Church choir, drawing, crocheting, dancing, and working out at the gym. In terms of school activities and clubs, I held positions in Student Government as Secretary and National Honor Society as Historian. Some honors I received include Student of the Year for World Literature Honors, Student of the Quarter for Human Body Systems Honors, Student of the Year for AP Biology Honors, AP Scholar with Distinction, Honor Roll