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Arjun Patel

San Antonio,TX

Summary

High-achieving high school student who recently developed and implemented an innovative, successful business plan. Proactive and caring student with years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Leads day-to-day activities while also looking for opportunities to make a difference. Top-notch Club President with solid experience managing operations, finances and personnel.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

DECA Member

04.2023 - Current
  • Created a new, innovative startup with 20 page plan, solely handled the financial research and presented at DECA. Devised and presented business and financial plans.
  • Final score for business plan at DECA District: 56/60
  • Final score for business plan at DECA State: 56/60.

DECA Vice President of Campaigns - District 2

08.2023 - Current
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization.
  • Campaign manager for former DECA District 2 President running for State.
  • Created new innovative startup with 20 page plan, solely handled the financial research and presented at DECA. Devised and presented business and financial plans and forecasts to board of directors.

TED-Ed President

04.2023 - Current
  • Founded the first TED-Ed Club at Johnson High School
  • Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
  • Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
  • Grew membership by 30 members within 8 weeks of inception.
  • Held monthly meetings encouraging public speaking, data analysis and research.

Debate Team Captain

08.2022 - Current
  • Secured tournament victories through diligent research and comprehensive evidence preparation.
  • Encouraged leadership development among senior debaters by assigning responsibilities such as organizing events or leading practice sessions.
  • Developed strong communication skills in debaters with focused training on public speaking techniques.
  • Cultivated a positive team culture by celebrating successes, learning from setbacks, and emphasizing the importance of sportsmanship in competition.

Tutor, Debate

08.2022 - Current
  • Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate middle school debate student progress and adjust instruction accordingly for optimal results .
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.

Education

Claudia Taylor Lady Bird Johnson High School
San Antonio, TX
05.2025

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Public Speaking
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • Extensive experience researching debate topics (4 years)
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Calm under pressure
  • Avid guitarist, 10 years
  • Conversational Spanish & Hindi

Accomplishments

DECA Districts, placed in Top 5 teams for Independent Business Plan Event, 11th

DECA State Qualified for Independent Business Plan Event, 11th

Genius Olympiad participant for innovative business plans, 11th


Debate accomplishments:

Qualified in Lincoln Douglas Debate to TFA State, 10th and 11th

Qualified in Cross Examination Debate to TFA Debate State, 11th

Qualified in Extemporaneous Debate to NSDA Nationals, 10th

Qualified in Lincoln Douglas Debate to NSDA Nationals, 11th

Semifinalist at Reagan Dutch Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (10th)

Top Speaker at Reagan Dutch Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (10th)

1st Place at The Saved By the Bell Tower Classic at Saint Mary's Hall Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (10th)

2nd Place at Boerne Champion TFA Speech and Debate Tournament for Public Forum Debate (10th)

Quarter-finalist at Central Texas District Speech and Debate Tournament in Lincoln Douglas Debate (10th)

2nd Place at Reagan Dutch Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (11th)

2nd Place at Boerne Champion TFA Speech and Debate Tournament for Cross Examination Debate (11th)

1st Place at Langham Creek Lobo Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament for Cross Examination Debate (11th)

1st Place at Roosevelt TFA Teddy Tussle Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (11th)

Top Speaker at Roosevelt TFA Teddy Tussle Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (11th)

1st Place at Central Texas District Speech and Debate Tournament for Lincoln Douglas Debate (11th)


1st place Riverside Golf Tournament (10th)

3rd place NEISD Golf Winterfest Invitational (9th)


EXPERIENCES/CAMPS

Texas Debate Collective Camp, summer 2022

Hindu Heritage Camp, summer 2023

NSD Philadelphia Debate Camp @ Bryn Mawr College, summer 2021

Duke TIP qualified, summer 2020

ID Tech Coding camp, summer 2020

A&M Sports page blogger, 2022-current

Chinmaya Mission San Antonio 2018-current (every Sunday)


Academic memberships

Debate Club 9th-current

Culture Appreciation Club 9th-10th

National Honor Society, 11th-current

TED-Ed Club 11th-current

Math Olympiad Club 11th-current

Philosophy Club 11th-current


Timeline

DECA Vice President of Campaigns - District 2

08.2023 - Current

DECA Member

04.2023 - Current

TED-Ed President

04.2023 - Current

Debate Team Captain

08.2022 - Current

Tutor, Debate

08.2022 - Current

Claudia Taylor Lady Bird Johnson High School
Arjun Patel