- Creative Writing
- Avid Reader
- Cooking
- Music Technology & Production
- Team Sports
Preston Updegraff
Newtown,CT
Summary
Versatile and willing to help others, with experience in building skill and toughness both mentally & physically through community volunteering, athletics, and other extracurricular involvements in service-oriented groups.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Scouts BSA
Newtown, CT
02.2020 - Current
- Assisted in planning and/or executing local community service projects.
- Facilitated and/or participated in team-building activities to enhance collaboration among scouts.
- Organized and maintained outdoor equipment for safe usage during events.
- Coordinated logistics for camping trips, ensuring all supplies were prepared.
- Guided younger scouts in skill development and badge requirements.
Tutor
Forging Opportunities for Refugees in America
Evanston, IL
04.2025 - 04.2026
- Guided youth through personalized learning plans to address individual student needs and facilitate academic growth.
- Assisted students in mastering foundational skills through daily tutoring sessions.
- Implemented engaging instructional strategies to promote active learning and improve retention of subject matter.
- Collaborated with educators/FORA executives to integrate curriculum standards into tutoring practices.
Intern
YESCO Signs
Conyers, GA
07.2023 - 08.2025
- Supported installation teams by preparing materials and tools for projects.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, ensuring availability for production needs.
- Maintained proper tracking of company finance records and invoices.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newtown High School
Newtown, CT06-2027
Skills
- Tolerant and flexible attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Community outreach
- Connecticut Driver's license
- Physical strength
- Physical stamina
- Vision and creativity
- Leadership qualities
Interests
Extracurricular activities
- Newtown High School Football and Track & Field Teams
- BSA Troop 370
Timeline
Tutor
Forging Opportunities for Refugees in America
04.2025 - 04.2026
Intern
YESCO Signs
07.2023 - 08.2025
Volunteer
Scouts BSA
02.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Newtown High School