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A Step Above: Kylie Cassandra Lawrence
Durango High School
Class of 2010
Amidst a generation easily influenced by pop culture icons of questionable integrity, meeting a strong-minded student like Durango High School senior Kylie Lawrence is a rarity. Standing firmly behind her convictions, success for Kylie is about making choices and sticking with them. Sometimes that choice is a personal promise of faith, other times it is to excel in academics or athletics, or put all her enthusiasm into dazzling feats of dance, leadership or volunteerism. No matter the course of action at hand, Kylie’s choice to be the best she can be, and still go the distance to help others, is what guides her to – A Step Above.
G.P.A.: 4.123
Sports/Clubs:
- Volleyball, 2006-09
- Varsity Dance, 2008-10
- Varsity Swim, 2007-Present
- Swimming Sunset Regionals, 2007-10; State Championships, 2009
- National Honor Society, 2009/10
- College Club, 2010
- Student Council, 2006-10
- Freshman Representative, 2006-07
- Sophomore Representative, 2007-08
- Junior Vice President, 2008-09
- Senior Representative, 2009-10
Scholarships/Awards/Community Service:
- Channel 8 News Outstanding Student Award, 2010
- Scholar Athlete Award, 2008-10
- Aaron Harvey Scholarship Recipient
- Prom Court, 2010
- Fellowship and Beautification Missions–Tijuana, Rosarito and Ensenada, Mexico, 2005-08; Philippines, 2009
- Calvary Downtown Outreach Volunteer–Feeding the Homeless
- Voice Foundation Volunteer–Feeding the Homeless
- McCain Campaign Volunteer, 2008
- Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Volunteer
- Make-a-Wish Volunteer
- Project Playhouse Volunteer–HomeAid of Southern Nevada, 2010
- Blood Drive Volunteer, 2006-09
Goals & Aspirations: “A goal of mine would be to make it to the state championships for swimming this year. Along with that, I want to complete four years of college at Biola University majoring in business. This is going to help me reach my number one goal of becoming an event planner.”
Kylie is Successful Because: “The most important thing would be my family. With family support, I’ve gained confidence. Confidence is key in succeeding because it enables you to be outgoing and reach for the stars without worrying about what others think of you. One last thing that makes me successful is my faith in God. Through faith, I can accomplish all.”
Kylie is Stronger and Wiser Because: “My first mission trip in the seventh grade changed my life. It was during spring break, and my dad decided that our family should go to Mexico with part of our church. It made me realize how good I have it. I have a loving family, a roof over my head, and the ability to have three meals a day. It made me more grateful for what I have and made me want to help out my community more.”
