Gianna Mendez

• Answered questions about academic programs, extracurricular activities, and student life with clear, confident communication.
• Greeted prospective students and families, representing school values during campus tours and admissions events.
• Maintained professional appearance and behavior while serving as visible ambassador for school community.
• Guided shadow day participants through daily schedules, helping them feel welcomed and informed.

• Committed member of Girl Scouts since 2019, engaging in community service, leadership, teamwork, and personal growth.
• Participated in service projects and leadership activities, collaborating on initiatives that foster responsibility and problem-solving to positively impact the community.

• Assisted counselors with daily camp activities, learning supervision and activity setup procedures. This camp is a Spanish immersion camp and is conducted solely in Spanish.
• Monitored campers, age 5-8, during transitions, reinforcing safety rules and group expectations.
• Supported activity preparation by organizing supplies and maintaining clean program areas.
• Assisted counselors with daily camp activities, learning supervision and activity setup procedures.
• Adapted quickly to schedule changes, helping maintain smooth camp operations.

• Grounded in Catholic social teaching and guided by the Sacred Heart Way, network students meet in community to examine social justice issues and respond with compassion and informed action.

Precious Blood - 2 hours
Participated in service activities at Precious Blood, supporting community outreach and charitable initiatives.

Greater Chicago Food Depository - 2.5 hours
Volunteered at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, assisting with food sorting, packaging, and distribution to support food security in our community.

Cradles to Crayons - 2 hours
Contributed her time to Cradles to Crayons, helping to clean shoes for children in need.

Care for Real - 3.5 hours
Volunteered with Care for Real, participating in food distribution services for vulnerable populations.

Beach Clean-up with Pachacamak - 2 hours
Participated in environmental stewardship through a beach clean-up initiative organized by Pachacamak.