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After graduating #1 in her class from Venice High School, Natalie will attend the University of Florida, where her field of study will be Biology with an emphasis in Health Sciences. As of now, her interests are in dermatology and pediatrics, but she is not limiting herself to these disciplines. Ideally, Natalie would like to attend Physician Assistant school after getting her undergraduate degree. Natalie received stellar recommendations from her Art Teacher and her IB Diploma Program Coordinator, whose adjectives included: sensitive, insightful, eloquent, mature, positive, balanced, and extraordinary, to mention a few. Outside of the classroom, Natalie is actively involved in the Best of Friends Organization, in which she builds relationships with special needs peers. This is an activity Natalie will continue at FSU, along with honing her thrifting skills! |
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| Leah Kolesnikov
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Leah is a senior at Riverview High School and plans to attend the University of South Florida in the fall to study Nursing. She is passionate about being the first generation in a family of immigrants to attend college. Leah plans to become a travel nurse, then continue in the medical field by becoming a Physician Assistant focused in pediatrics. She wants to support and encourage nurturing mothers and their children. Leah is described as a natural and caring leader and is sure to achieve her ultimate goal of positively impacting the world. |
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| Kaley Maze
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Kaley is a senior at Booker High School who plans to attend Florida State University, double majoring in Health Sciences and Psychology. Her goal is to become a Psychiatric Physician Assistant. In addition to being a member of the Marching Band and the Visual and Performing Arts Program, Kaley has been involved with the Pre-Med program since her sophomore year, all while working 25 hours per week. Kaley writes that one of her dreams is to work in third-world countries where mental health care is much less accessible. One of her teachers writes, "… rarely do I have the opportunity to meet a student as responsible and committed to service as Kaley… I am totally certain that Kaley will continue to make a difference for humanity and herself, in college and beyond." Kaley will no doubt help make our world a better place. |
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| Helen Mosquera
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A senior at Booker High School, Helen's long-term plan is to become a lawyer fighting for improvements in the mental health care system in our country. Helen plans to attend Agnes Scott College, an all-women's school in Georgia, majoring in Women's Gender and Sexuality with a minor in Psychology, before going on to law school. Her extensive leadership activities have included: Sarasota Students for Justice, Girls Empowering Girls Everywhere, and College for Every Student Brilliant Pathways Ambassador. One of her teachers writes that she is bilingual and interested in marginalized groups – in particular, women and children who have no advocates – thus her interest in constitutional law and policies. She goes on to say, Helen "wants to be a voice for the silent and the forgotten and tell stories for those who cannot tell their own." |
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| Rylee Mulhollen
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"Scholastically outstanding, a school leader, and stellar athlete," Rylee will graduate from Sarasota High School with an associate's degree and plans to attend Wake Forest University to major in International Studies. Reilly ultimately strives for a career in foreign service that will combine economics, politics, and the hard sciences to pursue her dream of becoming a member of the U.S. Department of State. She writes, "Often, international affairs are assessed through a dark tunnel of pain, suffering, poverty, and illness; however, I hope to change the narrative and instead assess international affairs as a bright horizon of opportunity to serve others…" One of her teachers says, "What impresses me most about Rylee is her strong moral compass… Whether she is advocating for local political action to conserve our environment or mentoring teens at the Social Competency Center of Sarasota, Rylee will do whatever she can to help others. She is a leader both inside and outside the classroom." |
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| Paige Singleton
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Paige is a student at Venice High School, where she has participated in the National Honor Society, the Science National Honor Society, and Girl-Up, among many other activities. She plans to study Ecology in college with an ultimate goal of getting her doctorate and becoming the lead ecologist at Denali National Park in Alaska. She will likely attend the University of Florida next year, although she is also looking at the University of Washington and the University of Colorado at Boulder. She has been described as being honest, timely, and reliable. One of her letters of recommendation states that she has made a positive mark on her high school while there and will continue to be a positive force wherever she goes in life. |
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| Destiny Salomon
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Destiny is graduating from Venice High School and would like to attend The University of Central Florida this fall and study Political Science. She is deeply dedicated to the environment, particularly marine life, and feels her studies would enable her to help protect and restore our oceans. Destiny submitted an extensive legislative bill to protect sharks at Girl's State and advocated for the essential role they play in the marine ecosystem. She has volunteered at Mote Marine Aquarium as a tour guide as well as a Junior Educator in the aquarium's exciting new program. In addition, Destiny has participated in the city of Venice Student Government day. This exposure further enhanced her excitement to learn more about how she can play a leadership role in education and legislation protecting our marine life. |
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| Claire Timney
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Claire is a senior at Booker High School and hopes to attend Columbia College in Chicago this fall. She intends to study Theatre to progress her solo comedy and eventually go into theatre education, where she can help others find their voice in performance. Claire found her passion for working in the theatre during her junior year of high school. She also enjoys working with children and volunteering. Claire's great sense of humor and positive attitude will be important assets in achieving her career goals. |