Personal Statement
I am a focused student athlete who believes that the key to success is hard work. From a young age I was a competitive gymnast where I learned the importance of commitment, dedication, and perseverance. It is these values, along with hard work, that have helped me succeed in school and sports; I am more than willing to put in the extra hours (or go the extra mile) to accomplish my goals.
When given the opportunity to try pole vaulting, I jumped (literally)! I joined the track team, related clubs and participated in events (such as the decathlon), to help me continue to learn and grow in the sport. I spend my free time volunteering with the sports medicine training program, cheering on my fellow athletes and attending school events. Over the course of the next two years I intend to continue to jump higher, expand my knowledge, and enjoy high school. My near-term goal is to attend a college that will help me and enable me to achieve my scholastic and pole valuing successes, while being active in a positive community.
