Outside of Drew, I’m involved in a lot of different activities that push me to grow, challenge me creatively, and allow me to express myself in different ways.
Family & Responsibilities
Caregiver, Family Responsibilities
Grades 9–12 | 20 hrs/week, 52 wks/year
Prepared meals, helped siblings with homework, transported family members, managed finances and budgeting, cleaned, and supported household needs.
Community Service & Volunteering
Volunteer, EliteCare HealthServices
Grade 11 | 20 hrs/week, 4 wks/year | 80+ hours total
Provided personalized home care, organized paperwork and supplies, filmed/edited videos for staff, supported patients and families.
Volunteer, Yanna Self Discovery
Grades 10–11 | 5 hrs/week, 10 wks/year | 45+ hours total
Helped organize events, created care packages for the unhoused, supported outreach and client communication for a life coaching business.
Work Experience
Team Lead & Team Member – FFC & Willy’s Mexicana Grill
Grades 10–11 | 20 hrs/week, 40 wks/year
Worked in fast-paced food service environments, led teams, managed customer service, financial transactions, and maintained cleanliness.
Creative Arts & Music
Cellist, Drew Charter School Orchestra
Grades 9–12 | 3 hrs/week, 35 wks/year
Performed at multiple LGPE festivals, participated in set-up and clean-up at concerts. Over 6 years of experience.
Artist / Painter / Sculptor (Independent)
Grades 9–12 | 1.5 hrs/week, 40 wks/year | 150+ pieces created
Personal work in painting, photography, and sculpture across various mediums.
Clubs & Leadership
Member, 21st Century Leaders (21 Club)
Grade 12 | 1 hr/week, 20 wks/year
Participated in service and leadership projects, helped renovate school spaces, and contributed ideas to forums. Ran for vice president.
Member, East Lake Women’s Alliance Sister Circle
Grades 11–12 | 1 hr/week, 20 wks/year
Engaged in discussions with student ambassadors and mentors on community topics, leadership, and empowerment.
Member, CareerBump
Grade 11 | 1 hr/week, 11 wks/year
Professional development program for first-generation women of color. Attended workshops, participated in team-building, and gained mentorship.
Writing & Publication
Author, Forever 16
Grade 10 | 1.5 hrs/week, 12 wks/year
Wrote and published a 114-page book on Amazon. Marketed the book and sold over 40 copies.