Grace Skillern

My objective is to obtain a part-time job to further my experiences outside of academics and extracurriculars. From my time working as a lifeguard for the past three years I have developed innate problem solving abilities and practiced dedication to my duties. My diligence and drive has helped me gain a maturity level that is uncommon for people my age.

• Spanish National Honor Society, Historian, (11th), Record meeting minutes and post on Google Classroom, Take and manage pictures to create pages for the chapter virtual scrapbook, Work with the SHH Sponsor to submit chapter news to the national organization, Record chapter events and participate in service in the Spanish community
• Students Demand Action, Events Coordinator, (10th-11th), Organize any in school event such as walkouts, stands, drives, etc., Helping lead the weekly meetings and present current information regarding gun violence
• Finance and Personal Development Club, Social Media Manager / Member, (11th), Run the club Instagram account; posting about upcoming meetings and what we are learning about, Attend weekly meetings and learn about smart investments and saving
• Power Moms Fireside Chat, Panelist, (11th), One of the lead panelists on a chat about the lives of mothers who are in high profile jobs with an audience of 700+ people Discussed how long work hours and an intensive career impact the relationship with their children Talked with the Author of Power Moms, Joann Lublin, and the CEO of Flex, Revathi Advaithi who are both successful in their careers and in motherhood

SKI TEAM: District champion in Giant Slalom, 6th in Slalom, and 4th overall, Placed 8th overall at State Championship, Part of the team of girls that won the overall award for both disciplines at State, Helped my team win state in Slalom twice consecutively and placed 11th overall both years, Assisted my team in getting 2nd in Giant Slalom at state

AP Scholar Award Recipient