Sophia Fontana

Motivated and passionate student dedicated to understanding brain development and expanding knowledge of neurodiversity; readying to pursue further academic work in the field of neurology. Very hardworking about their work and is dedicated to solving any issues that arise. Works exceptionally well with colleagues and mentors.

• Advisor for Upcoming 9th Graders, Freshman Focus, 08/01/22, Present, 12, 4, 4, Conducted orientation for upcoming 9th graders regarding the Herricks High School environment.
• Mentor for Upcoming Freshman Transitioning to High School, Herricks Program, Albertson, NY, 06/01/22, Present, 11, 9, 3, This activity was for the upcoming freshman where 5 mentors, including I, gave advice to the entire grade for a better transition into high school.
• Leader/Side-Walker for special needs individuals, HorseAbilities, Old Westbury, NY, 03/01/22, Present, 11, 12, 4, 50, This organization's mission is to improve the lives of individuals with special needs by using horses in a restorative capacity.
• Take Care of Animals/Help Adoption Processes, North Shore Animal League, Manhasset, NY, 01/01/22, 05/01/22, 11, 2, 12
• Mentor Middle School Children, Friday Night Recreation, Albertson, NY, 11/01/21, 06/01/22, 11, 3, 21, My school provides a program for middle schoolers to come and socialize with each other; I help socialize/conduct fun activities with the children in need of support.
• Active member in the choir/soloist, New York City Children's Choir, New York City, NY, 09/01/16, Present, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 3, 540, NYCC choir has won numerous awards and is noted for its CD 'Christmas in New York' which premieres Randall Thompson's 'The Place of the Blest.' The choir is active in the NYC community: for example, singing for homeless shelters during the winter season and other needy organizations. NYCC has been featured on Good Morning America, in concert at Rockefeller Center among other venues, and performs European concert tours in the summer months.

Herricks International Children's Aid Program, 09/01/19, Present, 9, 10, 11, 12, 1, 27, This club helps conduct fundraisers in our school to raise money for organizations helping children in different countries.