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A Step Above: Alexander Shen
Palo Verde High School
Class of 2011
Backed by a stringent list of priorities, a perfect SAT score, rock-solid work ethic and a vision, Palo Verde High School senior Alex Shen is a force to be reckoned with. This upstanding student spends his time in a multitude of ways, always striving for excellence in academics, athletics and charity. It all seems to be part of his larger plan, that is, to succeed in his chosen career and family-life; to remain true to his faith and convictions; and to be a vital asset to his community. Given his actions so far, he’s well on his way toward making this plan a reality, which makes Alex Shen – A Step Above.
G.P.A.: 4.800
Sports/Clubs:
- Golf, 2008-Present
- Computer Club, 2008-10
- Science Club, 2007-10
- Varsity Quiz, 2009-10
- Science Bowl, 2009-10
- National Honor Society, 2008-10
- Yearbook Staff, 2010
- Speech and Debate, 2008-10
Awards/Community Service:
- National Merit Semi-Finalist, 2010
- AMC10 Highest Score in Nevada, 2009
- Scholar Athlete, 2008-10
- Nevada All-Star Academic Team, 2008-10
- AP Scholar, 2009-10
- Opportunity Village Magical Forest, 2008
- Three Square Food Bank, 2008-09
- Ragnar Relay Race, 2009
- Ronald McDonald House Charity McHappy Day, 2009
- NHS Mentoring, 2010
Goals & Aspirations: “I wish to attend a prestigious college and study international finance and affairs and then go into business school. Hopefully, I can work and travel for a couple years after college, then settle down and have a family.”
Accomplishments Most Proud Of: “I got a perfect score on the SAT reasoning test. I got straight A’s all through high school while taking the most rigorous courses. I worked very hard and sacrificed a lot of my time, but in the end it paid off.”
Alex is Successful Because: “I have a very strict sense of priorities in life. Number one is God, as I always try to follow his teachings. Number two is family, as I always take my parent’s advice to heart. Number three is school. The rest comes after.”
Alex Looks Up To: “I look up to Job from the Bible. He had a distinct set of core principles, and he stuck to them despite losing all of his money, his house, his wife, his children, and even his health. His determination is a great source of inspiration for me.”
