Future traveling nurse Leslie Reyes plans on dedicating her career to working with children and families throughout the US. As a Sunday school teacher and Project Read volunteer, Leslie has developed strong skills in guiding and supporting youth. In addition to caring deeply about the welfare of children, she is passionate about healthcare access and looks forward to using her bilingual abilities in her future career. Leslie is …
Future cognitive scientist Madison Shem finds the human brain fascinating, and she is driven to better understand linguistic and reasoning skills in different youth populations. Madison is particularly invested in supporting foster youth and other high-need groups. She hopes to learn more about brain functioning in these populations in order to support them as an advocate, researcher, and social worker. Madison is currently a senior at Design Tech High School, where she co-leads an international service organization. …
Future civil engineer Maram Ahmed is inspired to create a more sustainable Bay Area. A junior at Mills High School, Maram has already taken steps to make her community more environmentally friendly. As an SMC Youth Climate Ambassador, Maram worked with administration at her school to install rain barrels so that rainfall could be used for the school garden; she continued …
Future pediatrician Mia Carter finds the complexities of biological systems fascinating. A dedicated student, Mia finds motivation in challenging coursework and hopes to attend a college with a well-established science department. She is inspired to help children in her career, and she looks forward to pursuing a path that will allow her to combine her scientific interests with this interest in helping youth. Mia is currently a junior at …
Future surgeon Stephanie Robles Angel is motivated to give back to her community. She hopes to become a skilled doctor so that she can serve Spanish-speaking populations who may otherwise struggle to receive appropriate medical care. A Sequoia High School senior, Stephanie has a track record of challenging herself and of rising to meet those challenges. She has overcome stage fright …
Future food chemist Nicole Tsang believes in the power of science to unlock previously-unimagined possibilities. She is interested in the chemical properties of food, and in her future career, she hopes to transform eating experiences by developing new flavors. A junior at Westmoor High School, Nicole has received numerous accolades for achievement in athletics and community service. She gives back to her community as a bilingual teaching assistant and tutor, and she has …
Future changemaker Hannah Kemist wants to help children learn, grow, and overcome challenges. A Woodside High School junior, Hannah has experienced firsthand exactly how impactful support from an understanding adult can be, and they seek to provide the same support to youth in need. Hannah has established themself as a community leader, committed student, and dedicated athlete, earning accolades in all …
Future doctor Isabella Ramirez is passionate about transforming cancer treatment. In her planned career as a researcher and physician, Isabella hopes to become an expert on gene-editing technologies and genetic contributions to diseases. She is also passionate about serving the health needs of the wider community; most recently, Isabella gave back by running a women’s health drive that resulted in a …
Future medical professional Jessalyn Yepez is interested in wholistic healthcare that considers the mind, the body, and family support systems. She knows that by pursuing a healthcare career, she will be able to transform her own life by lifting herself up economically and the lives of others through compassionate, person-centered treatment. Jessalyn plans on reaching these goals through …
Future polymath Kai Steiner draws inspiration from fields as diverse as math, education, and animation. A high school junior at Woodside High School, Kai challenges himself with advanced coursework that requires diverse skillsets. He is looking forward to further exploring his interests in college before settling on a major and career path. Whatever pathway Kai chooses, he will continue to …
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