Myles Pitts
Fayetteville,USA
Summary
Driven and enthusiastic high school student with a strong passion for STEM and social justice. Committed to continuous learning and personal growth while actively seeking opportunities to contribute to community development and positive social impact.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Ambassador
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
08.2025 - Current
- Give campus tours of NCSSM to prospective families
- Increase awareness of NCSSM within NC communities
BSU Director
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
05.2025 - Current
- Create safe spaces for Black Students on NCSSM's Campus by hosting events, workshops, and collaborating with other cultural clubs
- Build resource network for Black students, particularly underclassmen
National Society of Black Engineers Secretary
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
05.2025 - Current
- Collaborate with NSBE executive board members to create opportunities for Black students in STEM through networking events, competitions, and professional development workshops.
- Maintain chapter organization and deliver reports to the NSBE National Board.
Stentorian (School Newspaper) Editor
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
05.2025 - Current
- Author editorials for The Stentorian on topics including U.S. politics, school governance, and community issues.
Research in the Humanities
North Carolina School Of Science And Mathematics
02.2025 - Current
- Analyze contemporary U.S. political dynamics—particularly white working-class support for Donald Trump—through the historical intersections of race, class, and capitalism.
- Reference well known academics to further understand contemporary politics
- Culminate Research into 20+ page paper
Research in Physics
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
12.2024 - Current
- Conduct independent research project with the aid of a mentor in understanding the dynamics of a mechanical device that reduces earthquake damage to structures (Tuned Mass Damper Inerter Device)
- Use experimental and computational modeling/testing to characterize Device
- Give talks to explain discoveries found in research.
Duke Environmental Justice Mentorship
Duke University
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Worked with Current Duke Students to advocate for Environmental issues in Durham
- Conducted Environmental Improvement Research
Paralegal Intern
The Law Offices of Marshall B. Pitts Jr, P.C
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Organized filing systems according to established procedures.
- Gained experience interacting with court personnel, clients, and experts.
- Attended meetings with clients in order to gain an understanding of their needs and objectives.
Council Member
Fayetteville Cumberland Youth Council
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Served as a member of the Fayetteville Cumberland Youth Council (FCYC), a youth-led organization focused on community betterment and leadership development.
- Participated in service projects such as the "anti-litter committee"
- Volunteered at community events and advocated for youth involvement in govt.
Student Journalist
Cumberland Polytechnic High School Newspaper
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Served as associate editor for the newspaper.
- Wrote editorials on issues that affected the school and the surrounding community of Fayetteville.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cumberland Polytechnic Highschool (Early-College)
High School Diploma - undefined
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
Durham, North Carolina05.2026
Skills
- Advanced problem solving
- Civil Engineering/Physics Knowledge
- Collaboration
- Leadership
- Project Planning
- Self-Directed Learning
Extracurricular Activities
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Colors School Gospel Choir Youth Academic Tutor in Church Track and Field Soccer
LANGUAGES
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
Student Ambassador
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
08.2025 - Current
BSU Director
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
05.2025 - Current
National Society of Black Engineers Secretary
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
05.2025 - Current
Stentorian (School Newspaper) Editor
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
05.2025 - Current
Research in the Humanities
North Carolina School Of Science And Mathematics
02.2025 - Current
Duke Environmental Justice Mentorship
Duke University
01.2025 - 04.2025
Research in Physics
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
12.2024 - Current
Paralegal Intern
The Law Offices of Marshall B. Pitts Jr, P.C
05.2024 - 08.2024
Council Member
Fayetteville Cumberland Youth Council
08.2023 - 06.2024
Student Journalist
Cumberland Polytechnic High School Newspaper
08.2023 - 05.2024
High School Diploma - undefined
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
High School Diploma -
Cumberland Polytechnic Highschool (Early-College)
AWARDS
- 1st Place, NSBE National Try-Math-A-Lon (TMAL) Competition
- Harvard Book Prize, for academic excellence and leadership
- 2nd Place, NASA MUREP Geospatial Summer Camp – Environmentally Friendly Urban Design Competition
- All-American, 60m Dash, Track & Field
- Best Writing Award, English I
- Significant Youth Development Contributor, Beauty Spot Missionary Baptist Church
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