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A Step Above: Nanea Fisher
Liberty High School
Class of 2011
In ways that reach far beyond pure musicality, Liberty High School valedictorian Nanea Fisher is movin’ and groovin’ to her own ukulele’s tune. For her, strumming the high notes of life is not about conforming or sitting idly by. Rather, it’s about building character, which she continues to do through positive reflection, cultivating leadership skills, and dedicating time to community. By combining an independent spirit with enduring respect for her family and culture, she’s found the perfect niche: happiness through individuality and all the hard work necessary to rise to the top of her class, and for that, Nanea Fisher is – A Step Above.
G.P.A: 4.8
Sports/Clubs/Activities:
- Freshman Volleyball–Team Captain, 2008
- Varsity Volleyball, 2010; Manager, 2009
- Key Club, 2007/09-Present
- National Honors Society, 2008-Present
- Polynesian Club, 2008-Present
- AP Club, 2010-Present
- High Schools Against Cancer Club, 2011-Present
- Tevakanui Club, 2010-Present
- Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Representative, 2009
- Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Representative, 2010
Awards/Community Service:
- MVP & Participation Award–Volleyball, 2008
- Certificate of Recognition by the Congressional Student Leadership Conference, 2009
- Certificate for Over 100 Hours of Volunteer Service from HOBY’s Leadership for Service Program, 2009
- The President’s Volunteer Service Award, 2010
- English Department Student of the Month, 2009
- Straight A Honor Roll, 2007-Present
- Academic Scholar Award, 2009-11
- College Board AP Scholar Award, 2010
- Special Olympics Volunteer, 2009
- Blood Drive Volunteer, 2009-10
- MDA Shamrocks Volunteer, 2010
- Sandwiches for the Homeless: PB&J-a-thon, 2008-Present
- Save Our Samoa Tsunami Relief, 2009
- Kiddie Korner Trunk-or-Treat, 2009
- Holiday Gift Wrapping Volunteer, 2009
- Polynesian Community Functions/Festivals Volunteer, 2006-Present
- Children Mending Hearts, 2010
- Hei Tahiti Tevakanui, 2010
Accomplishments Most Proud Of: “My greatest accomplishment is reaching the highest rank in my class and thus becoming this year’s valedictorian. I think the best part about being valedictorian is that I can set an example, not only for my fellow classmates, but my siblings, younger family members and friends as well.”
Nanea is Stronger and Wiser Because: “Eight years ago my mother was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma cancer. We have made sacrifices and cried many tears, but through hard work, determination and optimism, we made it through. My mother’s cancer is now in remission. In the end, we have survived cancer. We have overcome adversity.”
Nanea Looks Up To: “I look up to my parents, Larry and Moana Fisher. My parents are the epitome of what good choices, learning from your mistakes, and giving yourself wholeheartedly can do for your life. We are firmly rooted in our Polynesian heritage, and my parents have committed themselves to continuing the traditions and immersing us in our culture.”
Part of the Solution: “A key issue facing young adults today is our vulnerability. I feel that we are too resistant to the right things and too eager to participate in the wrong things. The best way for me to be a part of the solution is to lead by example. I try to commit myself to showing others how to think for themselves by following a path of good choices.”
