MIA D. CORTESIANO

I am a dedicated student at the Fashion Institute of Technology with diverse experiences in costumers services roles, which has built my strong communication skills and leadership abilities, allowing me to provide people with exceptional service in fast-paced environments. I am eager to put my skills into a fashion-focused role and also receive an opportunity to expand my abilities and gain more knowledge in this industry.

• CHRISTIAN SIRIANO X AZAZIE NYBW, New York, NY, 10/24, Dressing models, assisting with show production
• Unstoppable Africa fashion show, New York, NY, 09/24, Dressing and styling models
• Prestige NYFW, New York, NY, 09/24, Organizing and assisting the production of the show
• Charjean Couture NYFW the shows, New York, NY, 09/24, Helping organize and set up for the show, dressing models
• Respite Night, Our Lady of Victory Church, (01/17 - Present) - Working with Special Education and disabled children and adults
• Hance Family Fun Day, Floral Park, (01/22 - Present) - Volunteered with a non-profit charity with a yearly 5K race
• Floral Park Beautification committee, Floral Park, NY, (01/01/20 - Present) - Planting flowers throughout the community
• Junior achievement - high school heroes trip, Educated regular and special Ed classes about finance, business, and families
• Student gym teacher trip - Taught regular and special education gym classes
• Field day trip - Demonstrated activities during the elementary schools field day
• Liz's Day - Raised money for breast cancer at a town held event
• Basketball camp - Interactive basketball camp for special education and disabled children
• Volunteer tutor - Tutored younger grades in social studies and English
• School announcements volunteer - Made school announcements shown to all classes

• Academic Honor Roll (9th, 10th, 11th, 12th)
• Inducted to National Honor Society
• Floral Park Women's Club Scholarship Recipient
• Soccer Captain
• Soccer MVP
• Lacrosse MVP
• Most Spirited Student Award
• Scholar Athlete Award

• Class Board, President, 9-12, Organized, decorated, and planned school events such as prom, homecoming, senior dinner, and pep rally.
• Leadercore Gym Club/Class, Treasurer, 11-12, Assisted gym teachers and taught physical fitness fundamentals to younger students.
• National Honor Society, Treasurer, 11-12, Helped with money organizing, fundraising, and planning events.
• RUNWAY27 at FIT, 09/24, Merchandising in womenswear for student organized fashion show.
• Student Council, 11-12
• JV/Varsity soccer, 11-12
• JV/Varsity lacrosse (captain), 11-12
• Yearbook Club, 11-12
• PEARLS Leadership Women's Club, 8-11
• Club Soccer
• Club Volleyball

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