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Education
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Extracurricular activities
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Ethan Clemente

Poway,CA

Summary

Motivated and curious high school student with a strong interest in neuroscience/surgery and medicine. Experienced in academic research, pre-medical programs, and community volunteering with proven leadership in school clubs and various advanced instrumental music ensembles. Skilled in collaboration, organization, and communication, with a record of excellence in STEM, language, and performing arts. Eager to contribute to research opportunities and gain hands-on experience in the neurosciences and other related fields.

Overview

1
Certificate
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Outset M.D.
Los Angeles, CA

Outset Summer Program
07.2025 - 08.2025

Job overview

  • Selective pre-med summer program for high school students focused on surgical principles, patient care, and hospital operations. Participated in hands-on workshops and collaborative activities to develop teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. Explored career pathways in medicine and strengthened understanding of hospital workflow and environment at Cedars-Sinai and UCLA Hospitals and simulation centers.

Poway High School
Poway, CA

Teacher's Assistant
2025 - 2026 (1 education.year_Label)

Job overview

  • Assisted Chemistry 2 students with understanding complex concepts and problem-solving while enrolled as an AP Chemistry student
  • Supported the teacher with lab activities, answering questions, and helping peers grasp difficult material
  • Developed leadership, communication, and mentoring skills through peer assistance

Education

Poway High School
Poway, CA

High School Diploma
06-2027

University Overview

  • 4.4 W GPA, 3.8 UW GPA

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Leadership
  • Public Speaking

Certification

  • Certificate of Completion Pre-College Medical Program, Outset - July 27, 2025 to August 1, 2025

Interests

Music, Cultural Exploration, Medicine, and Community Engagement

Strong background in music, performing in advanced school ensembles, city youth symphony, and marching band, alongside years of classical private flute study and training. Experience traveling internationally with music programs has fostered an appreciation for cultural exploration. Developing interest in medicine, particularly neuroscience and patient care, has been a major focus alongside academic and extracurriculars. Heavily interested in French language and culture immersion, with passive understanding of Tagalog. Actively involved in leadership and community service, including founding student clubs, managing social media for musical and student-run organizations, and participating in volunteer campaigns. Interests span music, medicine, cultural experiences, and community engagement.

Timeline

Outset Summer Program

Outset M.D.
07.2025 - 08.2025

Teacher's Assistant

Poway High School
2025 - 2026 (1 education.year_Label)

Poway High School

High School Diploma

Extracurricular activities

Accepted for Summer 2026 International Medical Aid internship in Mombasa, Kenya (Coast General Teaching & Referral Hospital - Surgical & Pediatric)

2026 (recently committed: future accomplishment)

  • Selected for a highly competitive global health internship involving clinical shadowing, patient support, and community outreach.
  • Placed alongside clinicians in the Surgical and Pediatric departments, gaining exposure to procedures, rounds, and patient care workflows.
  • Anticipated skills: cultural competence, medical professionalism, communication in clinical settings, and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Accepted for Harvard Medical School, HMX Fundamentals: Biochemistry

2025 (recently accepted: future commitment)

  • Online Certificate Program
  • College-level premedical coursework focused on molecular biology, biochemical pathways, and medical applications of biochemistry.

Youth Leadership Council Member, San Diego Youth Symphony (SDYS)
2024–2027

  • Participated in planning, organizing, and supporting youth-led initiatives for the symphony program
  • Collaborated with peers and staff to enhance the educational and performance experience for members
  • Developed leadership, communication, and event management skills through council activities

Founder, President, and Social Media Manager, Asian Student Union (ASU)
2024–2027

  • Established and led a cultural and social club fostering inclusivity and awareness
  • Publicized through social media content (mainly Instagram)
  • Organized cultural displays, potlucks, events, discussions, and activities to promote community engagement

Social Media Manager, Poway Flutes
2023–2027

  • Created content and managed outreach for Poway High School's flute music student section
  • Expanded engagement with members to share upcoming music program-related events

Historian, Japanese Culture Society
2026

  • Documented events and preserved club history through media and archives

Student Visionaries of the Year Campaign, Blood Cancer United
2025–2026

  • Collaborated on fundraising efforts for blood cancer research and awareness
  • Contributed to outreach, event planning, and campaign support

High School Asian Coalition of San Diego

2025-2027

  • Student-led organization that brings together Asian and Pacific Islander high school students across San Diego to celebrate culture, build community, and empower youth voices.
  • Leaders of San Diego high school Asian cultural clubs
  • Cultural events, and collaborative projects
  • Provides a safe and supportive space for students to embrace their identities and advocate for representation.
  • Works to promote cross-cultural understanding and solidarity by partnering with schools, community groups, and local organizations.

Musical Experience

  • Classical Flute Private Study and Training: 2022 - Present
  • Principal Flutist, San Diego Youth Symphony: Flutist (3 years)
  • Principal Flutist, Poway High School Wind Ensemble 1: Flutist (3 years)
  • Principal Flutist, Poway High School Symphony Orchestra: Flutist (3 years)
  • Reed 1 (Piccolo, Flute, Alto Flute), Poway High School Pit Orchestra: Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella (Broadway Version) (2025)
  • Poway High School Emerald Brigade Marching Band: Flutist and Piccoloist (2 years)
  • Poway High School Instrumental Music Italy Tour (2024): Performed internationally with high school music program

Awards

French National Exam1st Place Nationally, Level 1 Vocabulary (2024)

Awards

French National Exam1st Place Nationally, Level 1 Vocabulary (2024)

Certificate of Merit - Poway High School Emerald Brigade (2023-2024)

Certificate of Merit - Poway High School Emerald Brigade (2024-2025)

Certificate of Merit - Poway High School Music (2023-2024)

Certificate of Merit - Poway High School Music (2024-2025)

Special Recognition - Musical Pit Orchestra, "Cinderella" (2025)

Special Recognition - San Diego Youth Symphony Student Mentor (2025-2026)