Pursing a career path to optometry.

Evidence shows that students involved in extra-curricular activities are more interested in school than their peers. Being involved in clubs has helped me develop new interests, make lifelong friends, develop new skills, and engage in meaningful activities outside the classroom. I believe I am a more well-rounded student because of my involvement in these activities. I am a multi-sport student athlete, playing on the VHS varsity basketball and baseball teams. I am also actively involved in Student Council, National Honor Society, Key Club and First Priority Club, as well as an active member of First Baptist Church of Vancleave's youth group. 

I have had tremendous opportunity to serve my community. I expect to have nearly 200 hours of community service by the time I graduate in May 2026. Many of these hours have been spent as a volunteer for Backpack Buddies of Vancleave, which collects and distributes food for students that need food assistance while away from school. Some of my responsibilities include packing, moving and organizing donated food, as well as packing and distributing bags to students. I have also had the opportunity to volunteer with both the youth baseball and basketball leagues in our community. I have helped lead youth training camps, worked tournaments as a scorekeeper, and also assisted in coaching. As part of my church youth group, I have been a youth volunteer at Vacation Bible School each summer and at TWow, an overnight retreat for elementary-age kids. Serving my community helped me to realize how my actions can positively impact others. The skills I have obtained will help me be a better college student and, eventually, a better employee in the workforce. We can work together to make the world a better place and ensure our community's needs are met.