Isabella Ford-Valiente
West Orange,NJ
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
West Orange Girls Lacrosse Manager
West Orange High School Girls Lacrosse
04.2024 - Current
- Effectively records varsity team statistics, manages team equipment, and provides administrative support
- Possesses excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail, enabling efficient coordination of schedules, travel arrangements, and team communications.
Sports Media Association Broadcaster/Announcer
West Orange High School
01.2024 - Current
- Provides live play-by-play commentary and analysis for school sports events, including girl's and boy's basketball, engaging audiences, enhancing the viewing experience, and demonstrating a strong understanding of sports rules and strategies
- Collaborates with production team members to ensure seamless broadcast operations, including camera operators, producers, and technicians, to deliver high-quality broadcasts.
Founder and Host of The Pioneer Podcast
West Orange High School
12.2023 - Current
- Conceptualize, plan, and produce podcast episodes featuring guests with students, faculty, and guests, covering a wide range of topics, ranging from topics about the heavy emphasis on work culture in America to the abuse that childhood actors face
- Conducts research and facilitated engaging conversations with guests, ensuring a dynamic and informative listening experience for the audience.
Newspaper Club-Editor-in-Chief
West Orange High School
09.2023 - Current
- Strategically write, edit, and upload informative and impactful articles to the official school website to be viewed by the student body and general public, resulting in a deeper understanding of topics such as politics, entertainment, lifestyle, and local news for our audience
- Demonstrate a high level of organizational efficiency by scheduling and leading team meetings to brainstorm newspaper themes that are in alignment with the club mission, as well as review newspaper feedback and delegate team tasks to address them, resulting in more streamlined communication and effective systems for more advanced journalism.
Mountaineer Mentor
West Orange High School
08.2023 - Current
- Establish one-on-one mentoring relationships with underclassmen, providing personalized academic support, advice, and encouragement to help them navigate challenges and achieve their goals
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive space where mentees felt comfortable sharing their academic concerns, personal struggles, aspirations, and academic goals, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie within the club.
Newspaper Club, Journalist
West Orange High School
09.2022 - Current
- Strategically write, edit, and upload informative and impactful articles to the official school website to be viewed by the student body and general public, resulting in a deeper understanding of topics such as politics, entertainment, lifestyle, and local news for our audience.
Varsity Defender, West Orange High School Lacrosse
West Orange High School Girls Lacrosse
03.2022 - 04.2024
- Contribute to anchor the defense as a key player on the varsity lacrosse team, consistently matching up against opponents and limiting their offensive production; helped lead the team in ground balls and caused turnovers, demonstrating strong defensive fundamentals and relentless work effort on the field.
Law Internship
RCCharles Esquire
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Conducts legal research and drafts memoranda on various legal issues, providing valuable insight and analysis to support case preparation and strategy development
- Assist attorney with case management tasks, including document review, analysis of evidence, and preparation of legal documents such as briefs, pleading, and motions.
Defender of Dewlax Blue's New Jersey Primer Club
Madison, New Jersey
12.2021 - 07.2023
- Effectively anchored the defense as a key player and starter on a club lacrosse team, consistently matching up against opponents and limiting their offensive production; helped lead the team in ground balls and caused turnovers, demonstrating strong defensive fundamentals and relentless work effort on the field.
Assistant JV Coach
West Orange High School
West Orange, New Jersey
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Assist with training, coaching the defensive line, and demonstrating techniques and drills to develop players' skills and understanding of skills during an ACL injury
- Provide individualized instruction and feedback to JV members to improve technique, decision-making, and overall performance.
Institute of Humanities Accelerated Program Ambassador
West Orange High School
West Orange, NJ
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Enthusiastically educated seventh and eighth-grade students on the impact of the Institute of Humanities Accelerated Program as an ambassador through several large conferences and presentations, leading to increased program understanding and fostering a comforting network to ease nerves as they entered the program.
Mock Trial Lead Attorney
West Orange High School
09.2023 - 04.2023
- Led mock trial team through case analysis, witness preparation, cross-examination preparation, and various courtroom strategies, resulting in multiple victories and recognition in regional competitions
- Collaborated with coaches and team members to refine case strategies, identify strengths and weaknesses, and adapt to changing circumstances during trial simulations, scrimmages, and competitions.
Education
Junior -
West Orange High School
West Orange, NJ06-2025
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Time Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Verbal and written communication
- Team Leadership
- Schedule Preparation
Awards
- High School Honor Roll, 01/2024 - Present, Maintained a position on the honor roll (A's and B's) for all semesters throughout high school
- Mock Trial Award for Outstanding Advocacy, 05/2023, Received Mock Trial Award for Outstanding Advocacy, bestowed by mock trial coaches; mock trial performance recognized by the judges. Excelled in crafting compelling arguments during the case, delivering persuasive presentations, and effectively cross-examining witnesses, earning praise from judges and peers
- Completion of Institute of Humanities Accelerated Program, 06/2023, Received an award for the completion of the accelerated two-year program at West Orange High School for ninth and tenth graders. The program includes rigorous academic curriculum spanning a diverse range of humanities disciplines; accelerated pace designed to challenge and stimulate intellectual growth; engaging multiple seminars led by faculty members of the program; Immersive learning experiences, as well as various field trips centered around the humanities
Volunteer Experience
- Creation of a Lacrosse Program at the Boys and Girls Club, 03/2024, Present, Boys and Girls Club, Developing and implementing a comprehensive lacrosse program for underprivileged kids in impoverished communities, Design skill-building clinics to introduce new players to the sport and inform them about the general history of lacrosse, resulting in skill development and increased knowledge
- Tutor, 01/2024, Present, West Orange High School, Tutor local middle school children in English and math; explain grammar concepts, essay writing structure, and reading comprehension help/techniques; and provide help with general writing (paragraphs, short stories, and essays); explain math concepts; review math concepts/techniques.
- Volunteer for Summer Enrichment Program, 07/2021, 08/2021, West Orange High School, Mentor and tutor students in kindergarten-fifth graders in academic subjects, including English, Social Studies, and Science, helping to reinforce learning concepts and build confidence in their abilities, Facilitate engaging and interactive workshops, projects, and activities designed to promote critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills among students, Collaborate with program staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment, incorporating culturally responsive teaching practices and addressing the needs of diverse learners, Assist with program logistics, including registration, attendance tracking, and organization of the library (space), ensuring smooth operations and a safe environment for participants
Timeline
West Orange Girls Lacrosse Manager
West Orange High School Girls Lacrosse
04.2024 - Current
Sports Media Association Broadcaster/Announcer
West Orange High School
01.2024 - Current
Law Internship
RCCharles Esquire
01.2024 - 03.2024
Founder and Host of The Pioneer Podcast
West Orange High School
12.2023 - Current
Newspaper Club-Editor-in-Chief
West Orange High School
09.2023 - Current
Mock Trial Lead Attorney
West Orange High School
09.2023 - 04.2023
Mountaineer Mentor
West Orange High School
08.2023 - Current
Assistant JV Coach
West Orange High School
03.2023 - 06.2023
Institute of Humanities Accelerated Program Ambassador
West Orange High School
03.2023 - 06.2023
Newspaper Club, Journalist
West Orange High School
09.2022 - Current
Varsity Defender, West Orange High School Lacrosse
West Orange High School Girls Lacrosse
03.2022 - 04.2024
Defender of Dewlax Blue's New Jersey Primer Club
12.2021 - 07.2023
Junior -
West Orange High School
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