Dedicated and driven high school junior, Christina is a standout volleyball player and accomplished student-athlete with a 4.1 GPA. On the court, she showcases her skills as a valuable member of the West Orange High School Girls Volleyball team. Off the court, Christina is a force in the classroom, consistently excelling in challenging courses while maintaining an impressive academic record. Her discipline, work ethic, and passion for excellence make her a well-rounded athlete and scholar.
AP United States History , AP Psychology, and AP Language & Composition
Honors Classes
Honors Spanish 3, Honors Anatomy & Physiology , Honors Biology , and Healthcare Organizations and Interprofessional Practice
Measurements
Height
5'1"
Dominant Hand
Right
Achievements & Awards
New York JETS Unified Flag Football Service Certification
6/12
Member of the inaugural New York Jets Unified Flag Football team, competing against top NJ teams. Ranked 4th in state after competing in the championship at Atlantic Health Jets Practice Facility. Committed 3+ hours/ 6 weeks to training, skill develo...
Varsity Distance Runner: Awarded Most Improved
6/9
Dedicated and driven athlete who consistently pushed limits to achieve excellence on the track. Earned the Most Improved Award for outstanding progress and determination in distance running.
Consistent Honor Roll Scholar at West Orange High School (2024-2025)
6/18
4.1 GPA l Demonstrating my commitment to academic excellence with challenging course work, I achieved honor roll status throughout my entire sophomore year.
(2024-2025)
New Jersey Medical School Rutgers Health Excellence Recognition
7/25
Awarded by the #1 NIH-funded institution in New Jersey for basic science & clinical work
Certified in Pediatric Intensive Care
10/1
Certified Professional in monitoring sedation for pediatric patients undergoing medical procedures
3 hour training
Medical Leadership: National Youth Leadership Alumna
6/23
•Nominated & attended the National Youth Leadership Medicine & Healthcare Forum hosted by St. John's University.
•One of four students selected to represent New Jersey at a national medical program, advancing skills, networking with peers nationwide ...
Nationally Invited Scholar: Advanced Medicine & Healthcare
10/29
3x Nationally Invited Scholar in Medicine & Healthcare | National Youth Leadership Forum | West Orange High School | Passionate about healthcare & academic excellence
Extracurriculars
Health Empowerment Initiative Lead
WellnPosted, Co-Founder & CEO
Developed a health promotion platform empowering individuals to prioritize well-being and live healthier lives
Created high-quality content reaching over 25,000 individuals, achieving a remarkable 100% increase in health literacy within the FIRST mo...
Volunteering
Special Needs Camp Counselor
Dedicated my weekend mornings & afternoons volunteering, supporting children with special needs in an inclusive environment
• Empowered 40+ campers showing 100% positive growth in social AND basketball skills
• Provided one-on-one assistance to h...
Mentor
Student Academic Success Mentor
Consistently participated in community events, with an average attendance rate of 95%, demonstrating commitment to giving back and making a positive impact
• Mentoring underclassmen students on their transition from middle school to high school
• Ho...
New Jersey Medical School Program
NJMS SMART Scholar
• Program acceptance rate of 5%
• A (120 hour) 4 week extremely competitive biomedical program with a focus to give a head start to students on their medical career
• Hands-on Experience: Received hands-on experience with anatomical donors.
Neuroscience Research
Research Scholar
Published research paper on Neuroscience, investigating the impact of BPA on C.Elegans revealing potential human health risks of plastic due to genetic similarities (85% of human genes)
• one of 8 students accepted to take part in Neuroscience prog...
Organized & Led Blood Drive at West Orange High School
Health Initiative Volunteer
In collaboration with Vitalant, a non-profit, national organization. This community-impact event resulted in over 100 students, teachers, and community members donating blood.
Led & Organized Bone Morrow Drive at West Orange High School
Volunteer Lead
Volunteered with national, non profit organization, Gift of Life Foundation.
Added 200 students and teachers to the organ donor registry.
• Impact on Society: New registry additions could help cure blood cancers and save lives of pediatric and cardi...
Nikhil Badlani Foundation
Youth Empowerment Advocate: Advisory Board Member
Selected into program that works with government officials in NJ to ensure "Target 0" is achieved
• Conducted in-depth analysis of community traffic safety issues, identifying areas for improvement
• Developed and proposed evidence-based solutions to...
Best Buddies International
Event Volunteer
My impact on society: Helped raise funds for Best Buddies' mission to create opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Unified Event at West Orange High School: Unified color guard teams from across the state s...
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