Blake Peters
Palm Beach Gardens,FL
Summary
Dedicated and driven student who aspires to attend a university that will challenge him academically, provide a solid foundation for a future career in STEM, align with his values, and present opportunities for athletics and club involvement. Resilient, adaptable and resourceful scholar who never gives up, and keeps an open mind for learning new things. Strong leader who thrives in team settings and exudes positivity, and values compassion for others, no matter their differences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
Swim for Life
05.2025 - Current
- Met with Drowning Coalition of Palm Beach County, North Palm Beach Fire Rescue, North Palm Beach Aquatic Center, and Best Buddies Florida to plan the first-ever Best Buddies Palm Beach County Chapter swim meet in June, 2024.
- The partnerships made in planning the swim meet unveiled a need for more swim instructors and facilities to offer affordable swim lessons to special needs families.
- Obtained Water Safety Instructor certification by the Red Cross in February, 2025.
- Obtained Adapted Aquatics (Nicklaus Children's Hospital) certification in April, 2025.
- Applied with my best friend to start our business Swim for Life, https://swimsforlife.com
- Offered free lessons to children of all swim abilities, including kids with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) the summer of 2025 and will continue the summer of 2026.
High School Club Officer
William T. Dwyer High School
08.2024 - Current
- Organized club events, such as the annual fashion show, friendship ball, fundraising gala, and 5K walk.
- Attended monthly officer meetings before school to plan in-school activities.
- Was paired with a buddy for ensuring inclusion and enjoyment of the program.
- Created social media video to raise funds for inclusive living in the community.
- Visited local businesses seeking charitable donations.
Student Intern
Johnson & Johnson and DePuy Synthes Bridge-to-Employment STEM Program
09.2023 - Current
- Explored new orthopedics products/technologies and the employment roles related to working in that field from research, to manufacturing, to operations and procurement.
- Weekly sessions included STEM2D learning, career exploration, college preparation and interactive field trips.
- Participated in hands-on labs such as using laparoscopic tools to remove seeds from watermelons or do robotic knee surgery, and worked with orthopedic power tools used in hip replacements.
- Was mentored by a college physics professor and a Johnson & Johnson employee who work with the BTE program.
Varsity Swim Team Captain
William T. Dwyer High School
08.2024 - Current
- Recruited new swimmers to the team and distributed information to students and parents.
- Assisted the head coach at swim meets with set-up or other tasks.
- Motivated and boosted morale for individual events and relays.
- Set a good example for underclassmen of following team rules, having perfect attendance, and being a disciplined swimmer.
Community Service Volunteer
Palm Beach County Volunteerships
06.2022 - Current
- First Presbyterian Church- summer camp counselor and participated in community service events and a church play.
- Local non-profit "Live Like Jake" for drowning prevention- packed hundreds of education packets for distribution at daycares, setup traffic barricades before the annual 5K race, fundraising events such as hosting my own watermelon stand for water safety.
- Best Buddies International Palm Beach County Chapter Co-Founder
- Best Buddies Leadership Conference Attendee, July 2024
- Best Buddies Leadership Conference Attendee, Sept. 2025
- Edna Runner (NFP) Swim Instructor, Summer 2025
National Honor Society Member
William T. Dwyer High School
12.2024 - Current
- Attended two monthly meetings to plan high school service events such as holiday-themed fundraisers.
- Worked at the service events like having the job of taking or checking tickets at the door of the high school baseball games.
- Meet the required number of community service hours while maintaining a GPA way above the requirement.
Red Cross CPR/AED Certified Lifeguard
Community Citizens
10.2023 - Current
- Monitored pool area to ensure safety and compliance with pool rules.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, providing rescue assistance as needed.
- Formed a team of fellow lifeguards and communicated with employers to book and execute large parties.
- Was recommended and referred by local non-profit company, Live Like Jake, on their social media channels.
USNSCC Sea Cadet Recruit
Jupiter Langley Squadron, USNSCC
04.2025 - Current
- Attended bi-monthly cadet drills that are broken into classroom lessons, physical training sessions, and military procedures.
- Scored high on the Physical Readiness Test (PRT).
- Attended marksmanship camp.
- Was selected to compete in the annual congressional sea cadet competition.
- Will attend Recruit Training (boot camp) at Camp Blanding in December, 2025.
Competitive Athlete
North Palm Beach Swim Club
07.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with the coach to develop, and then execute training regimens to enhance athletic performance and skill development.
- Practiced swim six days a week for five straight years, and before that played baseball and was a brown/black belt in karate.
- Participated in competitive club level swim meets on a regular basis, including meets that required qualifying times.
- I was always invited to attend summer training trips to Orlando or Texas due to meeting required swim times, having near perfect attendance, and excellent behavior.
Education
High School Diploma -
William T. Dwyer High School
Palm Beach Gardens, FL05-2026
International Baccalaureate Diploma -
William T. Dwyer High School
Palm Beach Gardens, FL05-2026
Dual Enrollment - Science And Math
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FLTimeline
Small Business Owner
Swim for Life
05.2025 - Current
USNSCC Sea Cadet Recruit
Jupiter Langley Squadron, USNSCC
04.2025 - Current
National Honor Society Member
William T. Dwyer High School
12.2024 - Current
High School Club Officer
William T. Dwyer High School
08.2024 - Current
Varsity Swim Team Captain
William T. Dwyer High School
08.2024 - Current
Red Cross CPR/AED Certified Lifeguard
Community Citizens
10.2023 - Current
Student Intern
Johnson & Johnson and DePuy Synthes Bridge-to-Employment STEM Program
09.2023 - Current
Community Service Volunteer
Palm Beach County Volunteerships
06.2022 - Current
Competitive Athlete
North Palm Beach Swim Club
07.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
William T. Dwyer High School
International Baccalaureate Diploma -
William T. Dwyer High School
Dual Enrollment - Science And Math
Palm Beach State College
Other Accomplishments and Interests
- 100% Bright Futures Florida Scholarship Recipient
- UHMS (Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society) STEM Scholarship Awardee. Attended their annual conference in June 2024 where I shadowed and was mentored by top scientists and physicians from around the world who practice undersea and aerospace medicine.
- College Board AP Scholar with Honor Award
- Made the A/B or all A honor roll every quarter since honor roll started in 6th grade
- Sons of the American Revolution Member (SAR)
- Avid reader of fantasy novels
- Enjoys learning about astronomy, history, and current events
- Loves black diamond skiing and roller coasters
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