Michelle Mwaniki's Striking Spirit 

Michelle Mwaniki, or Shelly, as many call her, is a senior at Wallkill Valley Regional High School. Shelly is a very kind and devoted individual who is known for her bright outlook on life and her positive nature towards others.  No matter what is going on, she always has the time to listen and be a friend to those around her. For many, Shelly helps to make Wallkill an enjoyable environment through her easy going personality and her quick wit and humor. Academically, Shelly maintains a goal to effectively manage and be productive with her work.  She participates in Cheerleading, HOSA, National Art Honor Society, and National Society of High School Scholars (out of school), which is so appropriate given her ability to always brighten someone's day and cheer them up. After high school, Shelly plans on attending Sussex Community College for two years then transferring  to another college for the last two years.  Michelle is strong-willed when it comes to helping others and making a successful life for herself.  She manages the complex aspects of being human while flourishing each day.  Shelly accomplished the obstacles of teenhood while being a team leader, great friend, and a student, as well as a great member of her community.  Michelle was on the homecoming court junior year, making a great impact on her peers and helping out the student and staff of Wallkill. Recently, She has taken interest in volunteering at a shelter.  In the end, her main goal is to work hard and make people happy.  

Shelly has many passions which include painting/drawing, and her friends and family. Each day she finds inspiration for her passion through her friends and teachers, especially her art teacher, Mrs. Fairweather.  Her passions help motivate her to achieve future goals such as getting into college or university. She will be the first in her family to graduate high school and eventually college. She would also like to travel the world, and try many new things as life brings her more possibilities.  She strives to reach her goals in her life with the support of her family and friends. Michelle is a striking spirit.

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