TAKERA MCKAY

Aspiring healthcare professional with a 3.8 GPA, robust Honors and Dual Enrollment coursework, and leadership roles in HOSA and Student Government. Over 150 hours of community service and hands on experience in educational settings and healthcare exposure through CNA training and physical therapy shadowing. Committed to fostering inclusive environments and pursuing a future in healthcare and education.

HOSA — Reporter / Secretary

• Helped relaunch the chapter and grew membership from approximately 20 to 90 students.
• Recruited approximately 60 new members, contributing to the Most Chapter Growth Award.
• Earned Top 10 Statewide and Georgia State Qualifier recognition in HOSA Healthy Living.

National Honor Society — Planning Committee Chairperson

• Led a 10 member team in planning and executing an Earth Day campaign.
• Organized service initiatives and encouraged student participation in school and community service.

Student Government Association — Vice President / Secretary

• Helped plan school wide events and coordinated seating and setup for 4 pep rallies serving 1000+ students.
• Assisted with event logistics and student engagement.

Hampton Ladies — Secretary

• Helped plan ESE focused events and contributed approximately 30 service hours.
• Supported initiatives promoting inclusion and student involvement.

Varsity Cheer — Football & Competition Cheerleader

• Represented Hampton High School through football and competition cheer.
• Coached approximately 40 girls during a 5 day youth cheer camp.

The Aspiring Pages Project — Project Participant

• Created 1 storybook and 4 coloring books promoting representation and inclusion for neurodivergent children.

ECE/ESE Teaching Intern

• Independently taught approximately 8 preschool students and 11 ESE students.
• Created lessons, supported classroom activities, and tracked student progress.

Physical Therapy Shadowing — HPRC Physical Therapy

• Completed 20 hours of observation in a physical therapy setting.
• Observed rehabilitation practices and patient care.

CNA Training — Southern Crescent Technical College

• Currently completing CNA training and developing foundational patient care skills.

150+ Community Service Hours
Blood drives | ESE programs | Senior citizen programs | Food banks | MedShare | Hands On Atlanta | School & Community initiatives

• HOSA Healthy Living — Top 10 Statewide
• HOSA Healthy Living — Georgia State Qualifier
• HOSA — Most Chapter Growth Award
• University of Notre Dame Pre-Med Program Scholarship Recipient
• National Honor Society — Selected for Scholarship, Leadership, Service & Character
• Principal’s Honor Roll — 2-Time Recipient