James Evans

Effective leader with strong problem solving skills. Successfully demonstrates leadership in my National Honor Society local chapter, the French Horn section of the Hobbs High School Band, and the Hobbs High School Science Bowl and Varsity Tennis Team. Committed to being a positive influence within the University of Texas at Austin and will use my skills for the betterment of my future community.

Highest SAT Math Score- 740

Highest SAT Reading and Writing Score- 730 

SAT Superscore-1470

Highest SAT Score-1440

AP Calculus AB Sub Score- 3

AP Calculus BC Test Score- 3

AP Chemistry Test Score- 3

AP Biology Test Score- 4

AP Psychology Test Score- 4

AP Human Geography Test Score- 4

AP World History Test Score- 4

AP US History Test Score- 5

AP Language and Composition Test Score- 5

• Hobbs High School Varsity Tennis Team, 8th- 12th Grade, 15 hrs/week, 52 wks/year, played varsity tennis for 5 years, last two years as #1 on the team, participated in tournaments.
• Hobbs High School Band, 9th-12th Grade, 10 hrs/week, 36 wks/year, played Mellophone and French Horn, Section Leader.
• Hobbs High School Science Olympiad Team, 9th-12th Grade, 4 hrs/week, 17 wks/year, participated in science-based events.
• Hobbs High School National Honors Society, 9th-12th Grade, 1 hr/week, 20 weeks/year, community service and leadership, President (elected) of local NHS chapter.
• Hobbs High School Acapella Choir, 12th Grade, 5 hrs/week, 36 wks/year, Section Leader, Tenor 1.
• Hobbs High School Science Bowl Team, 11th-12th Grade, 2 hrs/week, 10 wks/year, Team Captain.
• Hobbs High School Skills USA Chapter, 12th Grade, 2 hrs/week, 36 wks/year, competed in Quiz Bowl and Technical Math.
• St. Helena Catholic Church Youth Choir, 11th-12th Grade, 2 hrs/week, 52 wks/year.

9th Grade

• 1st place in Boys' Tennis Doubles at New Mexico Activities Association District 4 Tennis Tournament
• 3rd place in Gravity Vehicle Event for Science Olympiad New Mexico State Championship
• 2nd Chair Symphonic Band at New Mexico Music Educators Association All-State for French Horn
• 2nd Chair Concert Band for New Mexico State University Southwest Honor Band
• Hobbs Freshman High School Eagle Spirit Award: Given to the student who shows the most involvement in activities while maintaining academic excellence

10th Grade

• 1st place in Boys' Tennis Doubles at New Mexico Activities Association District 4 Tennis Tournament
• 3rd place in Boys' Tennis Doubles at New Mexico Activities Association State Tennis Championships
• 4th Chair Concert Orchestra for New Mexico Music Educators Association All-State for French Horn
• 5th Chair Symphonic Band at New Mexico State University Southwest Honor Band for French Horn
• Principal Horn for Hobbs High School Symphonic Band

11th Grade

• 1st place in Boys' Tennis Doubles at New Mexico Activities Association District 4 Tennis Tournament
• 3rd place in Chemistry Lab Event for Science Olympiad New Mexico State Championship
• 1st Chair Symphonic Band at New Mexico Music Educators Association All-State for French Horn
• 9th Chair Symphonic Band at New Mexico State University Southwest Honor Band for French Horn
• French Horn Section Leader of Hobbs High School Band
• Principal Horn for Hobbs High School Symphonic Band
• Most Valuable Player of Hobbs High School Varsity Tennis Team
• 2nd place at Regional Science Bowl Competition
• Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction

12th Grade

• Maddox Scholarship Semi-Finalist
• Elected President of the Hobbs High School National Honors Society Chapter
• Elected Homecoming Nominee for National Honors Society
• French Horn Section Leader of Hobbs High School Band
• Principal Horn for Hobbs High School Symphonic Band
• Tenor 1 Section Leader of Hobbs High School Acapella Choir