Jesse Raboy

Dynamic and motivated student with exceptional communication and analytical skills, adept at articulating ideas with poise and confidence to engage prospective students. Proven ability to foster connections through a deep understanding of campus activities, clubs, and culture. Committed to creating an inclusive environment that encourages participation and collaboration among peers. Eager to leverage strengths to contribute positively to team dynamics and enhance the overall student experience.

• AP Spanish Student of the Month
• National Honor Society
• AP Scholar with Honor
• AP Scholar with Distinction

Zehut Fellowship (2022-2023)

• Selected to participate in a year-long fellowship with the Rabbi at synagogue.
• Met monthly to learn and discuss Jewish history and American Jewish identity.

“Drash” (Hebrew High School) (2024-2025)

• Meet with Rabbi and peers monthly to Discuss current events and emerging adulthood through a Jewish lens.

Teen Learning Center: President (2023-2024)

• Selected to be the first president of the Teen Learning Center.
• Plan and create events for teens: social, cultural, and religious.
• Advise adults on the climate of synagogue for teen population.

New Canaan Land Trust : Paid Internship (Summer 2023)

• Maintained trails, built trail infrastructure, removed invasive species.

Tufts University Online Veterinary Course (Summer 2022)

• Completed a course meant for students considering a career in Veterinary science.
• Listened to lectures by professionals, and participated in case studies to diagnose animals.

ANT 210: Anthropology: Human Life Cycle Approach

• Evolutionary Biology, comparing hominids with other primates.

ANT 202: Concepts and Methods in Cultural Anthropology

• Methods in ethnography and participatory observation.

ANT 258: Anthropology of the Jews

• Cultural analysis of various Jewish populations around the world.

ARTHIST 241: Northern Renaissance Art

• Analyze Northern Renaissance art, including works by Jan van Eyck, Robert Campin, Petrus Christus, Gerard David, Pieter Bruegel.

Bet Torah Religious School, Assistant Teacher (2020-2025)

• Teach students ages 6-11 Jewish culture and history on Sunday mornings.
• Assist the classroom teacher with activities and student management.
• Design curriculum on Jewish rituals.

ELI Leadership Program (2025)

• Work with the religious school principal on a capstone project for future generations of students.

The Angel Eyes Foundation, Communications and Outreach Director, (2025-Present) 

• Leverage expertise in communication and digital media to elevate awareness of keratoconus and support the mission of the Angel Eyes Foundation.

Active Minds Club: President & Founder (2024-2025)

• Founded Fox Lane High School’s first mental health awareness club.
• Raise money for mental health causes.
• Spread awareness of mental health issues through social media and other activities.
• Lead students to organize mental health awareness events in school.
• Presented workshops on stress management.

WMRE: Student DJ (2026-Present)

• DJ for Emory’s student run radio.
• Weekly radio slot, sharing songs written by women in the music industry.