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American Sign Language (ASL)
Baking
Beekeeping
Beach
Bible Study
Biking And Cycling
Board Games And Puzzles
Camping
Ceramics And Pottery
Church
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Community Service And Volunteering
Dermatology
Drawing And Illustration
Volunteering
Travel And Tourism
Tennis
Stargazing
Snowboarding
Studying
Scrapbooking
Stocks And Investing
Snorkeling
Sleeping
Shopping And Thrifting
Sewing
Spending Time With Friends and Family
Rock Climbing
Sailing
Swimming
Photography and Photo Editing
Reading
Piano
Pediatrics
Philanthropy
Nutrition and Health
Paddleboarding
National Honor Society (NHS)
Pet Care
Mental Health
Music
Meditation and Mindfulness
Learning
Medicine
Key Club
Hiking And Backpacking
Ice Skating
Hammocking
Health Sciences
Foreign Languages
Genetics
Food And Eating
Diving
Driving
Crafting
Couponing
Spanish
Reading
Romance
Adult Fiction
Realistic Fiction
Historical
Women's Fiction
Mystery
Adventure
Biography
Contemporary
Cookbooks
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How-To
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True Story
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Self-Help
I read books daily
Mary Meyer
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I’ve always had a thirst for knowledge, but my passion for becoming a medical sonographer stemmed from my favorite teacher who suffers from Hashimotos. After hearing about his story, I dove down a rabbit hole about ultrasound and sonography. It combined all of my passions: healthcare, serving others, and problem-solving. With all of this in mind, I plan on attending UW-La Crosse and obtaining a degree in diagnostic medical sonography with a minor in Spanish. Not only will I be furthering my education, but I will also continue to involve myself in my community by volunteering.
My long-term goal is to become fluent in Spanish. It has proven beneficial in healthcare, as I could communicate with Spanish-speaking people without an interpreter. After researching the best way to learn languages, I found immersing oneself in the culture is the most effective way to practice and apply skills. One of my goals while at college is to study abroad in a Spanish-speaking country.
My long-term career goal is to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients just like my teacher’s. With a growth mindset, I aim to continue learning and growing within my field, aspiring to take on leadership roles.
Awards and community service:
Distinguished Member of Key Club (4 years)
Secretary for the National Honors Society (Senior Year)
Member of Distinction in NHS (2 years)
Spanish Honors Society (2 years)
FCCLA (4 years)
Secretary and Treasurer for FCCLA (2 years)
Academic Award (4 years)
Community Service awards (+200 hours)
MY HERO Robert Shetterly Portrait Contest, 2023 (1st place)
Education
De Pere High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
- Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
- Medicine
Career
Dream career field:
Medicine
Dream career goals:
Hostess and To-go sales
Wild Tomato2023 – Present2 years
Sports
Tennis
Junior Varsity2023 – 20252 years
Public services
Volunteering
Redbird Ready Program — teacher aid2023 – 2024
Future Interests
Advocacy
Volunteering
Philanthropy
Entrepreneurship
Autumn Davis Memorial Scholarship
Mental health is something many people struggle with, yet few people are willing to share. Although it affects millions of people, we often forget who falls under that category. Anyone close to someone struggling is just as impacted by its’ grip. From hospital visits to emotional support, a person’s circle often provides the support that they need. I have experienced this first-hand, as my mother has suffered through numerous panic attacks and I have been recovering from an eating disorder.
I still vividly remember the first time that she had an attack. Looking back, the signs were clear: she refused to eat for days, spent more time in solitude, and suffered from insomnia. At the time, I was only 10 years old and clueless. I quickly learned that I couldn’t act my age. Instead, I had to take care of my two little sisters. I desperately tried to help her, yet the craziness in her eyes never left. At first, she was just warning us that our technology was spying on us. Next, there were men in our house, trying to take advantage of us. Eventually, she went mute. She only wrote “get out” on scraps of paper. It tortured me. The person I always found comfort in, was gone. Someone whose kind blue eyes always lit up no longer existed. Instead, her eyes were replaced with ice-cold pits that drowned everyone in their fear. I believed she would never return.
My father eventually surrendered as he had nothing left. She disappeared for a week, then returned. I could never look at her the same. Not with intention, but I couldn’t unsee it: the crazy desperation and terror in her eyes.
Years have passed, and I have learned to cope. What I have not learned to deal with, is how to help my father, who is the most loyal, kindhearted, patient man I have met. I see him spend sleepless nights with her, trying to comfort her. Mental health is real and needs to be advocated for. Watching someone struggle with mental health is traumatizing. Most of the time, it is not their choice to suffer from this illness, making it hard to complain about your situation. It can feel lonely, terrifying, and hopeless to see someone suffer.
Unfortunately, this isn't where the story ends. After two years of online school, transitioning to a public school was a significant change for me. I spent my first year navigating school and thousands of students, and my second year navigating my mental health, as I was diagnosed with anorexia. Early sophomore year, I received treatment after school. During this time, I lost my sense of identity and strength.
After getting physically and mentally stable, I gained a sense of mental clarity. I looked at what I had accomplished and realized I needed change. Starting junior year, I applied this new mindset and turned myself around; I volunteered, played tennis, and joined numerous clubs. Now it is senior year, and I have over 300 hours of community service, am the secretary and distinguished member of National Honors Society, and am involved in over 8 different clubs. I am very proud of how far I have come, and don't plan on stopping.
These struggles have taught me the importance of mental health and its impact on well-being. I have gained empathy for people struggling with their mental health, and grit from surviving this serious illness. It taught me to refrain from judgment until I know someone's entire story. Reflecting on my journey, I've discovered the powerful truth; it’s never too late to transform life