Kate Danner

I am a driven and disciplined student-athlete entering my senior year of high school. As a basketball player with high-level accolades, I’ve developed strong leadership skills, both on and off the court. My competitive mindset, consistent work ethic, and ability to perform under pressure have helped me lead my team, and grow as an individual. I’m committed to excellence in everything I do, and I am excited to bring that same energy and focus to the next chapter of my academic and athletic journey.

• 9, Most Improved Varsity Player
• 9, Academic All District
• 9, Honorable Mention All District
• 101, Academic All District
• 10, Second Team All District
• 11, Cornerstone Scholar Athlete
• 11,, 1st Team All-State
• 11, 1st Team All Region
• 11, 1st Team All District
• 11, HP Offensive Player of the Year
• 11, Academic All District

• 9-12, Ambassador, HP Centennial Student Committee, Selected for the position after detailing personal achievements on the application, such as advertising for other groups. Encourage students to attend the annual Centennial Dance and promoted the event among classmates through word of mouth and an informational graphic about the occasion on social media platforms such as Instagram. Set up a table at lunch to advertise the dance and sold around 2,000 tickets. Assembled streamers, tables, and balloons at the dance venue. Honed advertising skills by effectively raising awareness and funds for an event through personability and direct interactions with interested students.
• 10,11,12, Officer, Club 72, Co-founded an initiative by submitting a mission statement, finding a teacher sponsor, and earning administration approval, highlighting the organization’s intent to support female athletes. Designed colorful graphics containing information on organization meetings and clothing themes for school events to post on the club's Instagram account to recruit members and raise awareness of girls’ sports occasions. Supported the girls’ teams by creating posters and signs featuring encouraging words and statements held up at sports events and hung up in their locker rooms. Boosted number of individuals supporting girls’ sports events in the student section from 10 to 25 per game. Enhanced creative thinking and design skills by crafting engaging posters and social media posts to spread awareness of girls’ sports.
• 12, Varsity Captain, Girls Basketball Team, My role as Captain includes a combination of leadership, communication, responsibility, and support. I was voted Captain by my teammates as I exemplify all of the above characteristics. This role will enhance my ability to lead by example, communicate with the coaches and Athletic Directors, foster team cohesion, keep energy high and maintain clear communication within the team.

2021-06-01, Ascend Honduras Mission Trip, Traveled to Honduras with the Ascent and Serve Hope Team to serve at a Christian camp called Camp Ascenso. During our time there, we hosted a camp for local Honduran children—many of whom are in great need of hope and love. Through games, worship, stories, and connection, we shared the life-changing love of Jesus and built relationships rooted in faith and encouragement. To attend, I had to fundraise to cover the cost of travel and lodging.

• 9-10, National Charity League, Community service and volunteering at local charities in Dallas.
• 9-11, Community Basketball Camps, Assisted in set-up/coached campers in basketball drills and games.
• 9-11, Buddy Bowl - Football Game with friends with special needs, Set up for the game and acted as a coach with my Buddy.
• 11, Peer Tutor for friends with special needs, Assisted the Special Ed teachers.
• 11, Special Olympics, Assisted in set-up and helped to coach.

9-12, Highland Park Varsity Women’s Basketball Team, Selected for the Varsity team my Freshman year. Started as a forward sophomore and junior years. Practiced three hours per day with two games per week during the season and trained for two hours per day during the offseason. Maintained physical form by weightlifting, running drills, scrimmaging, and working with personal trainers. 10-12, Member, Junior Symphony Ball Steering Committee, Served on the committee to provide instruments to over 35 underserved schools across Dallas through ticket sales for the ball. Encouraged annual dance attendance and promoted the event among my classmates through word of mouth. 12, Host, Senior Girls Party, Serving on the Host Committee/Help bring recognition to the dance and encourage participation. 12, Host, Senior Black and White Party, Serving on the Host Committee/Help bring recognition to the dance and encourage participation.