Laura Ward
Wichita,KS
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
Andover Fiddle Camp
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Served as a positive role model for campers by demonstrating enthusiasm, professionalism, and a passion for music education throughout each day at camp.
- Mentored young musicians by providing constructive feedback on their performances, fostering growth and improvement.
Musician
Wichita Youth Symphony Orchestra Ambassadors
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Scheduled rehearsals with other musicians and choirs.
- Collaborated with fellow musicians for seamless performances and increased audience engagement.
Education
IB Diploma -
Wichita High School East
Wichita, KS05.2025
Noncredit - Human Physiology, Pathophysiology, And Diseases
Harvard Summer School
Cambridge, MA07.2024
Noncredit - Introduction To Surgery 3
John's Hopkins
Baltimore, MD07.2025
Skills
- Playing an Instrument
- Trilingual
- Working under Pressure
- Detail-Oriented
- Writing
- Growth Mindset
- Study Skills
- Time Management
Extracurricular activities
- Concertmaster of the East High Philharmonia Orchestra; District and State Rating: 1 (2021-Present)
- President of Ensemble Club (2022-Present)
- First Violinist for the East High Quintet (2022-Present)
- Secretary of Health Occupational Students of America/Scrubs Club (2023-Present)
- Secretary of Science Olympiad (2024-Present)
- Member of Tri-M Music Honors Society (2023-Present)
- Member of National Honor Society (2023-Present)
Awards
- Kansas American String Teachers’ Association (KASTA) Competition - First and Second Place (2021 and 2023)
- Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) Placed Second at State-level (2024)
- Three-time Participant in the All State Full Orchestra (2024)
- MAPAA String Competition Award (2023)
- Placed Second at Science Olympiad Regionals (2024)
Volunteer Experience
- Soup Kitchen Volunteer at The Lord's Diner (2021-Present): 63 cumulative hours
- Nursing Home Volunteer at the LifeCare Center (2021-Present): 36 cumulative hours
- East High School Associated Quintet Events (2022-Present): 101 cumulative hours
- Blanketeer for Project Linus (2023-Present): 5 cumulative hours
- Worked in a team to educate elementary students about the common cold and virus (2024): 14 hours
- Led an health and exercise session for the elderly in Vietnam (2023): 2 hours
Summer Experiences
- FutureDocs Abroad in Vietnam (2023)
- ICT Young Artists Academy (2021-2023)
- Camp Musica (2021-2023)
- Bethany College Instrumental Music Camp (2023)
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Andover Fiddle Camp
06.2023 - 07.2024
Musician
Wichita Youth Symphony Orchestra Ambassadors
09.2022 - 12.2024
IB Diploma -
Wichita High School East
Noncredit - Human Physiology, Pathophysiology, And Diseases
Harvard Summer School
Noncredit - Introduction To Surgery 3
John's Hopkins