Shaiden Tamim

Purpose-driven individual who strives for excellence in both academics and the performing arts. I am a hardworking and accomplished student ready to pursue my next set of goals. I approach each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience, and humor.

• Certificate of Achievement (received a perfect score on the state-mandated Grade 10 English Language Arts Assessment), Governor Ron DeSantis
• AP Scholar with Honor, College Board
• Critics' Choice Recipient, International Thespian Society
• 5 Superior Rated Performances, International Thespian Society

Give Hope Club - President

August 2022 - Present

• Founded the first chapter of the Give Hope Cat Rescue.
• Raised $2,000+ at after-school adoption events.
• Planned and budgeted event resources.
• Led monthly meetings with a policy-specific agenda.
• Coordinated member participation.
• Connected students with the community as fosters, outreach coordinators, and event volunteers.
• Educated members on the Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate, and Release initiative with the geographical sciences of controlling animal populations.

Dreyfoos Theatre - Arts Representative

August 2021 - Present

• Represented Dreyfoos Theatre at the Showcase of Schools.
• Met with Palm Beach County district officials to execute a plan of action.
• Advertised to prospective students and answered questions.
• Assisted in the application process.

International Thespian Society - Member

August 2020 - Present

• Accrued 300+ hours from involvement.
• Superior-rated in events at the district and state level.

The Cappies - Student Critic

August 2023 - Present

• Constructively critiqued local high school theatrical productions.
• Collaborated with a team of 6 other critics to provide insight, praise, and recommendations.
• Wrote reviews featured in local school newspapers.
• Brought attendees and attention to shows throughout Palm Beach County and Broward County.

National Honor Society - Blood Drive Committee Member

August 2022 - Present

• Traveled across classrooms and encouraged student participation.
• Increased school participation by opening the conversation to students on the benefits of donating.

ArtsBridge Summer - Attendee

July 2023 - August 2023

• Worked with industry experts in acting and musical theatre.
• Collaborated with peers in exploring technique and perfecting the craft.
• Mentorship from Gary Kline, John Simpkins, Byron Easley, Catherine Weidner, Melissa Foster, and Sarah Whale.

Memberships

• National English Honor Society
• National History Honor Society

• Proficient in Spanish (4 Years)
• Studied the Hispanic culture and practiced lingual skills in Spain.
• Mentored by a Spanish United Nations expert on the inner-workings of global tourism.