My freshman year of high school was filled with many lessons and helped to shape me into the person I am today. While in 9th grade I discovered new hobbies I liked to participate in such a soccer and musical theater. I was also able to further myself in Roller Derby. During this year I was able to expand my friend group and learn how to navigate many social situations. I was rejected from the Congress Bundistag Youth Exchange program but this taught me how to deal with rejection and to persevere and apply again. Academically I was very successful and had a 4.0 GPA. Over all my freshman year of high school was very successful and helped me to grow in many ways.Â