Besides serving his community, Wen is in his school’s advanced choir (Madgricals) and is involved in his church Youth Band. Wen is also passionate about aviation and was able to participate in the VPPGS and pass his FAA written Test. This summer, Wen plans to accumulate his flight hours and work towards his private pilot's license. His passion for aviation and serving his community connects to his aspirations of becoming a military pilot and working for the National Security Agency.
McLean High School
Class of 2026
Mclean, Virginia
Cathedral High School
Class of 2028
New York City, New York
As president of his school’s HOSA chapter, Hayden leads 195 members in organizing meetings, fundraising, and community service projects.
He also serves as class vice president, advocating for student initiatives and engagement. Beyond leadership, Hayden actively immerses himself in patient care as a CNA at a local assisted living facility and has gained clinical insight by shadowing an orthopedic surgeon.
He thrives in rigorous academics, with AP Biology among his favorite courses. Outside of medicine, he enjoys playing soccer and skiing. Looking ahead, he plans to pursue a pre-med track and a career in orthopedic surgery.
Waunakee Community HS
Class of 2026
Waunakee, Wisconsin
She is a founder and treasurer of the UNICEF club at her school and hosts many drives with the group and individually. For instance, UNICEF’s Halloween Trick or Treat Drive that raises awareness and money for underprivileged kids globally or her own drive for school children in war stricken areas in Africa.
She also participates in other clubs such as the Women’s Affinity Group, Crafts for Good, Junior Classical League, Bring Change 2 Mind, and Community Outreach Group. Outside of school, in her free time, she volunteers at A Place Called Home and Miriam’s House in activities such as preparing/organizing meals, tutoring children, and helping out elderly patients. In the future, Delina looks forward to helping create a brighter future where healthcare is accessible to anyone who needs it.
UCLA Geffen Academy
Class of 2027
Los Angeles, California
Although leadership opportunities were limited for refugees in Pakistan, Machid is eager to explore them in the U.S. Recently, she assisted Viewpoint’s administrative team during their Open House. Machid volunteers with her family friends delivering food to the homeless shelters. At school, Machid enjoys all of her subjects, with a particular interest in Chinese, coding, math, and biology.
This is her first year studying both Chinese and coding, and she finds them both exciting. Her passion for math and biology comes from her love of problem-solving and the intriguing concepts she learns in biology. Outside of academics, Machid has a strong interest in sports. She enjoys swimming, pickleball, and other recreational activities. Back in Pakistan, she was part of a martial arts club for fun and is now taking swimming lessons to improve her skills. Although Machid is still exploring what she wants to do in the future, she is open to new experiences and eager to discover her passions.
Viewpoint High School
Class of 2028
Losa Angeles, California
Shrewsbury High School
Class of 2026
Shrewsbury, Massachusetts
Kayden is very interested in aviation. He aspires to join the local Civil Air Patrol program this summer in Greenwood, SC. His passion for aviation drives him to pursue opportunities that will help him achieve his goals.
Kayden's future goals include becoming a fighter pilot in the military, in hopes of contributing to the duty of serving and protecting our great country. He is inspired to follow in the footsteps of his grandfathers and other great soldiers within his family.
Clinton High School
Class of 2028
Clinton, South Carolina
Addison is also taking classes at her local Career Elevation and Technology Center with the goal to graduate with her EMT certification. Addison also takes great pride in her work conducting research on Alzheimer’s Disease treatments, exploring the future of medicine. A seasoned martial artist, she holds first and second-degree black belts, competes in sport karate, and previously served as the Head Instructor of her martial arts school.
Addison aspires to pursue a PhD/MD, completing fellowships in trauma surgery and neurosurgery, striving to blend research and surgical practice to improve patient outcomes. Beyond all else, she enthusiastically looks forward to where her love of learning and devotion to helping others leads her on her educational journey.
Silver Creek High School
Class of 2026
Longmont, Colorado
Outside of school, Ayden helps conduct research on muscle tissue quality and muscle cell regeneration at UCSF. Furthermore, he has recently participated in a neuroscience internship to learn about the effects of substance abuse on brain health.
Always excited to meet new people, he cannot wait to continue collaborating with others toward creating positive change in the world!
Lowell High School
Class of 2025
San Francisco, California
She has also participated in research at the University of Delaware studying the impacts of early-life stress on behavior from a genetics standpoint. Sudipa is deeply passionate about sharing her interests in medicine with students across the state, which has led her to becoming a Delaware HOSA State Officer where she organizes volunteering and competitive events to expose students to the health sciences and health careers.
Her dual interests in medicine and public policy has also led her to start public health initiatives as a high schooler, including developing a policy proposal to generate clean drinking water for Delaware residents. Sudipa volunteers at her local children's nursing home, tutors young kids in math and reading, and shadows physicans at the Christiana Hospital to prepare herself for a career in medicine, particularly in pediatrics.
Newark Charter HS
Class of 2026
Newark, Deleware
Beyond her technical interests, Abie is deeply involved in the arts. She served as a varsity dance drill team officer for two years and earned two Silver Keys and an Honorable Mention in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. Committed to policy and advocacy, she founded a club focused on empowering young women in politics and was selected as a Texas Girls State Delegate. She is currently in the process of getting her research published and is writing a book on mental health from the lens of an adolescent. With a passion for both technology and social impact, she hopes to pursue a career in cybersecurity, focusing on protecting underrepresented communities from digital threats.
Morton Ranch High School
Class of 2026
Katy, Texas
Additionally, she was selected for the prestigious Sakura Science Exchange Program in Tokyo, Japan, where she engaged in cross-cultural collaboration, fostering trust and mutual understanding as a foundation for scientific and technological progress. Beyond STEM, she is certified in Youth Mental Health First Aid and co-founded Yasuragi Minda, an initiative championing culturally grounded mental health practices for Asian youth.
Passionate about the intersection of technology and ethics, she aspires to explore how AI, data science, and emerging technologies can be leveraged responsibly to address critical global challenges.
United World College of the American West
Class of 2026
Montezuma, New Mexico
Academically, he has excelled in the classroom, consistently making the honor roll and taking advanced and AP courses. Additionally, Logan has been involved in extracurricular activities, including DECA, speech and debate, varsity lacrosse, and varsity football. Outside of school, he volunteers at a homeless shelter and for the Miracle League.
Logan's future ambitions are equally inspiring, as he aims to attend college to study business and continue his athletic career in lacrosse or football. He plans to open his own business to help others within his community while continuing his commitment to service through the Kiwanis Club.
Moravian Academy
Class of 2026
Easton, Pennsylvania
His passion for real estate led him to intern at Coldwell Banker, where he learned leadership, communication, and time management skills. Outside of school, he enjoys playing sports and puzzles with friends and family. He also has a 500-day Wordle streak and is a third-degree brown belt in karate, aiming for a black belt by 2026.
In the future, he hopes to fund small businesses, especially for non-English speakers, and start a nonprofit to support underserved communities.
Lowell High School
Class of 2026
San Francisco, California
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