Kevin Roman
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
I am an IB student with a strong interest in aerospace engineering and hands-on technical work. I have experience designing and launching rockets through the Honors Aerospace Engineering Program, while leading engineering initiatives as a co-founder of my school’s Engineering Society. As captain of a high-powered rocket team, I managed project planning, system verification, and mission readiness. Through Reach for Robotics, I support STEM access by organizing outreach efforts and securing funding for student resources. I also contribute to my community as a tenor in my church choir, and through extensive service in the IB Programme and National Honor Society. These experiences have strengthened my problem-solving skills, leadership, and commitment to producing reliable, high-quality work in engineering and service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President & Co-founder
Engineering Society
Bedford, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Co-founded student engineering organization to enhance accessibility and hands-on experiences in STEM.
- Led over 60 members, organizing workshops in rocketry, robotics, bridge design, and coding challenges.
- Co-directed district hackathon for over 200 students, managing logistics, Wi-Fi testing, maps, and backup prompts.
- Established partnerships with educators and local engineers to facilitate project-based learning opportunities.
- Developed initiatives for first-generation students to foster teamwork and peer mentorship in engineering.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and 20+ local businesses for engineering support services, products, and supplies.
Director of Promotions
Reach for Robotics
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
11.2024 - Current
- Spearheaded fundraising initiatives, generating over $2,000 through events like LD Bell Craft Fair for resources and scholarships for underprivileged STEM students.
- Designed and produced engaging promotional materials to support marketing efforts.
- Managed budgeting processes for promotional activities, ensuring cost-effective execution.
- Led brainstorming sessions to generate innovative promotional ideas with the team.
- Coordinated promotional campaigns, boosting social media followers by 340% to enhance participation in robotics workshops for more than 50 students.
Committee Member
Mu Alpha Theta
Hurst, Texas
08.2024 - Current
- Provided peer tutoring to over 20 students in Algebra, Precalculus, Calculus, and SAT Mathematics, reinforcing fundamental mathematical concepts necessary for success in STEM fields.
- Contributed to the strategic planning process by identifying key priorities and setting measurable objectives.
President
Arabic Honor Society
Bedford, Texas
08.2024 - 11.2025
- Partnered with the Qatar Foundation International to host educational events teaching Arabic culture, traditions, and language.
- Collaborated with three high schools to organize joint events, resulting in a 250% attendance increase at the second formal meeting.
- Implemented programs that improved student retention rates by 30% through tailored mentorship initiatives.
Cook
Wingstop
Keller, Texas
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Managed food preparation and order fulfillment in high-volume kitchen, ensuring quality and accuracy during peak hours.
- Earned Employee of the Month recognition for consistent efficiency and strong work ethic.
- Balanced intensive 35-hour weekly shifts with high-level academic coursework and family responsibilities, showcasing exceptional time management.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Executed precise cooking techniques for wings and sides, maintaining consistency in flavor and presentation.
- Developed a strong understanding of food safety regulations, ensuring compliance at all times.
Education
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme -
L.D. Bell High School
Hurst, Texas05.2026
Skills
- OpenRocket and CAD fundamentals
- Python programming
- Excel proficiency
- SolidWorks expertise
- 3D printing techniques
- Prototyping skills
- Fundraising coordination
- Social media strategy
- Peer tutoring support
- Project management
- Time management strategies
- Customer service excellence
- Problem-solving abilities
- Design development
- Critical thinking
- Engineering documentation
Notable Academic Projects
- Distribution Theory Seminar: Studied advanced calculus concepts (MIT lecture notes), wrote a “for beginners” paper under the supervision and guide of an MIT alumni.
- IB Physics HL Internal Assessment: Designed and carried out an experimental investigation in mechanics using a custom-built setup, video analysis, and uncertainty treatment to compare theoretical predictions with real data.
- IB Mathematics Analysis and Approaches HL Internal Assessment: Modeled the volume and material efficiency of a rotational solid container using calculus, integration, and regression, then compared numerical results with graphing software outputs.
- IB History of the Americas Internal Assessment: Researched early U.S. military aircraft procurement and its role in the development of American air power, using primary government documents and secondary sources to build and evaluate a historical argument.
- IB Extended Essay: Wrote a 4,000 word research paper on NASA’s pursuit of reusable rocketry, analyzing how engineering constraints, cost, and policy shaped the shift from expendable launch systems to partially reusable ones.
- IB Theory of Knowledge Essay: Examined how scientific models balance simplicity and accuracy, using examples from physics and engineering to discuss the strengths and limits of knowledge claims in the natural sciences.
- IB English Language and Literature HL Essay: Produced a literary analysis essay on narrative voice and memory in a selected work, focusing on how language choices shape perspective, reliability, and emotional impact.
- SystemsGo Aerospace Engineering Documentation: Produced engineering notebooks, pre-flight safety analyses, simulation verification reports, and launch data comparisons.
- Engineering Society Curriculum and Hackathon Materials: Developed teaching guides, challenge briefs, and logistics documents for district engineering events serving 200+ students.
- Reach for Robotics Instructional Design: Designed simplified robotics curriculum and visual instruction sheets used in workshops for under-resourced students.
Leadership Experience
- Rocket Captain, High-Powered Rocket Team Valhalla (Honors Aerospace), Bedford, Texas, 02/25 – 05/25
- Co-Founder & Vice President, Engineering Society, Bedford, Texas, 01/25 – Present
- Director of Promotions, Reach for Robotics (Non-profit), Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, 11/24 – Present
- President, Arabic Honors Society, Bedford, Texas, 08/24 – 11/25
- Committee Member, Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honors Society), Bedford, Texas, 08/24 – Present
Accomplishments
- QuestBridge National College Match Finalist
- CIEE Aerospace Engineering Scholarship
- QuestBridge College Prep Scholar
- AP Scholar (College Board)
- College Board First-Generation Recognition Award
Certification
- Manufacturing Course Certified, 01/25
- Employability Skills Certified, 02/24
Standardized Testing
- SAT Total Score, 1400/1600, 11/2025
- IB Digital Society, 5/7, 05/2025
- AP Pre-calculus, 5/5, 05/2025
- AP U.S. History, 4/5, 05/2025
- AP World History, 4/5, 05/2024
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Vice President & Co-founder
Engineering Society
01.2025 - Current
Director of Promotions
Reach for Robotics
11.2024 - Current
Committee Member
Mu Alpha Theta
08.2024 - Current
President
Arabic Honor Society
08.2024 - 11.2025
Cook
Wingstop
06.2024 - 08.2025
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme -
L.D. Bell High School