Sofia Reyes
Irvine,CA
Summary
Passionate historian, journalist, speaker, advocate, and musician. Effective and effervescent leader with a passion for social justice and education. Proactive communicator, prepared to take on responsibilities and lead ambitious projects.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Journalist
Los Angeles Times
Irvine, CA
05.2026 - Current
- Wrote and edited journalistic articles for publication in the Los Angeles Times High School Insider.
- Interviewed founders of the environmental justice movement for journalistic research.
Founder and President
Environmental Justice Education Initiative
Irvine, CA
05.2026 - Current
- Facilitated presentations on the history of the Environmental Justice Movement at elementary and middle schools.
- Collaborated with the North Carolina-based Environmental Justice Oral History Project to develop a podcast and other educational materials.
- Conducted research on environmental policies affecting marginalized communities.
Treasurer
Key Club International
Irvine, CA
03.2026 - Current
- Managed club finances and helped organize volunteer opportunities for school Key Club.
- Volunteered at various service projects within the local community.
Student Advocate
California Association Of Student Councils
Irvine, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Participated in Advocacy Conferences, drafting policy to improve educational equity for students
- Acted as the Writer of a team that made policy propositions to Senator Josh Newman
Principal Bassist
University High School Jazz 2
Irvine, CA
10.2025 - Current
- Performed solos at multiple jazz festivals, including the Fullerton Jazz Festival and the Irvine Jazz Festival.
- Received numerous awards, including Outstanding Musicianship and Most Outstanding Soloist.
Congressional Debate Competitor
National Speech and Debate Association
Irvine, California
10.2025 - Current
- Developed public speaking and writing skills as a mock senator
- Attended weekly practice meetings
- Participated in competitions at multiple levels
Volunteer Performer
Tuned In
Irvine, California
09.2025 - Current
- Performed in educational concerts for youth as a member of multiple chamber music ensembles.
- Helped facilitate entertainment for senior citizens, performing at an Alzheimer's center.
Model United Nations Delegate
University High School
Irvine
09.2025 - Current
- Participated in all MUN conferences offered at all competitive levels
- Achieved an unbroken award streak made up solely of Outstanding and Best Delegate awards
- Drafted and performed speeches of multiple lengths in front of committees at conferences
- Researched global issues and prepared position papers for committee discussions.
Spoken Word Poet
OC RYSE
Irvine, California
09.2025 - Current
- Wrote and performed original poetry and response poems at slam poetry events
- Won cash prizes and top honors for performances
Podcast Competitor
National History Day
Irvine
09.2024 - Current
- Created multiple historical podcasts, collaborating with a team and winning awards at the county and state level
- Interviewed the mother of the Environmental Justice movement
- Became proficient in use of Audacity software
- Developed journalistic and historical writing and interviewing skills
Author
Self-Employed
Irvine, CA
11.2018 - Current
- Self-published numerous novels, including Ami's Cave and Amy's Anthropomorphic Cucumbers
- Consistently edited drafts until the date of publication
- Sold over 100 copies of my novels on Amazon
Principal Bassist
University High School Philharmonic Orchestra
Irvine, CA
09.2025 - 06.2026
- Facilitated sectionals to prepare for performances with the bass section.
- Performed in seasonal concerts and music festivals, receiving a Unanimous Superior at a yearly adjudicated festival.
- Participated in rehearsals three times a week throughout the school year, in addition to dress rehearsals and full symphony rehearsals.
Brown Belt Coder
Code Ninjas
Irvine, CA
09.2022 - 01.2026
- Created over 200 mini video games
- Became proficient in JavaScript and C#
Education
High School Diploma -
University High School
Irvine05-2026
Associate of Arts -
Irvine Valley College (Dual Enrollment)
Irvine, CA05-2026
Skills
- Journalistic Writing
- Interviewing
- Public Speaking
- Podcasting
- Creative Writing
- Slam Poetry
- Historical Research
- Academic Writing
- Debate
- Fundraising
- Advocacy
- Communication
- Team and Nonprofit Leadership
- Music Composition and Performance
- Financial Management
- Coding
Accomplishments
- Best Delegate - UHSMUN Fall Conference
- Outstanding Delegate - THSMUN Conference, OC Club MUN Conference, LHHSMUN Conference, UHSMUN Spring Conference, SOCOMUN Conference
- 2x Podcast Champion - National History Day
- Research Award - UHSMUN Fall Conference, OC Club MUN Conference, UHSMUN Spring Conference
- Gold Award - National Spanish Exam
- State Champion - Reflections Arts Competition
- Poetry Slam Winner - OC RYSE Poetry Slam
- Convention Invitee - Composers Today
- Award of Excellence in Social Sciences
- Award of Excellence in Career and Technical Education
- Award of Merit in World Languages
- Community Service Distinction - Irvine Unified School District
- 2x Historical Research Distinction - California Assembly
- Level 10 - MTAC Piano Certificate of Merit
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Student Journalist
Los Angeles Times
05.2026 - Current
Founder and President
Environmental Justice Education Initiative
05.2026 - Current
Treasurer
Key Club International
03.2026 - Current
Student Advocate
California Association Of Student Councils
10.2025 - Current
Principal Bassist
University High School Jazz 2
10.2025 - Current
Congressional Debate Competitor
National Speech and Debate Association
10.2025 - Current
Volunteer Performer
Tuned In
09.2025 - Current
Model United Nations Delegate
University High School
09.2025 - Current
Spoken Word Poet
OC RYSE
09.2025 - Current
Principal Bassist
University High School Philharmonic Orchestra
09.2025 - 06.2026
Podcast Competitor
National History Day
09.2024 - Current
Brown Belt Coder
Code Ninjas
09.2022 - 01.2026
Author
Self-Employed
11.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
University High School
Associate of Arts -
Irvine Valley College (Dual Enrollment)