Emily Ortega

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

• Key Club (President, formerly Secretary & Vice President)
  Member since freshman year; rose through leadership positions.
  Led creation of bilingual children’s book distributed to underprivileged students in Miami-Dade, Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic.
  Helped the club earn multiple awards at the District Education & Leadership Conference.
• National Honor Society (Member since 10th grade)
  Selected for academic excellence.
  Participated in community service projects such as Lotus House in Overtown.
• Model United Nations (Delegate)
  Represented Ireland and the Maldives in UN Women and UNESCO committees.
  Attended multiple conferences and mock simulations promoting diplomacy and global awareness.
• National Social Studies Honor Society – Rho Kappa (President for 2 years)
  Organized school-wide events including mock elections, Black History Month showcases, and 9/11 remembrance ceremonies.
  Founded and mentored a middle school mentorship program to continue the chapter after graduation.
• National Spanish Honor Society (Member)
  Supported Hispanic heritage through events such as piñata-making, salsa lessons, and school fundraisers.
• Varsity Volleyball (Captain)
  Joined in 10th grade; led team to 2nd Place in Districts.
  Earned multiple MVP and Player of the Match awards.
• Mu Alpha Theta (Member)
  Assisted in hosting Pi Day celebrations and two school-wide math competitions.
• Miami Volleyball Academy – Club Volleyball (Athlete, Full Scholarship)
  Competed for 4 years, including 3 out-of-state tournaments and AAU Nationals.
  Received Coach’s Award.

DCON: Distinguished Secretary and Vice-President Award 

2022 Certificate of Achievement for a perfect score on an FSA

2x AP Scholar with Distinction Award recipient

3x Student of the Year Award Recipient

Top 1% of class

Collegiate Academy Inductee

12x Paw Award Recipient 

• Unweighted GPA: 3.924
• Weighted GPA: 5.288
• AP Capstone
• AP Seminar: 4
• AP Research: (In progress)
• SAT: 1130
• 13 AP classes taken
• AP Scores:
• AP Cal BC: 2
• AP Psych: 3
• AP Biology: 3
• AP Cal AB: 3
• AP World History Modern: 4
• AP English Language: 4
• AP English Literature: 4
• AP U.S. History: 5
• AP Spanish Language: 5
• AP Human Geography: 5
• AP Research: (In Progress)
• AP Spanish Literature: (In Progress)

• Hard-working, dedicated, disciplined, respectful
• Capable of working under pressure and in high stress situations