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A Step Above: Catherine Chao
Coronado High School
Class of 2011
To live in service of others is a life well spent, indeed. Still, it’s rare to find a young adult as committed to bettering her school and community as Coronado High School senior Catherine Chao. Compassionate and open-minded, grounded, yet optimistic, Catherine capitalizes on her strengths to make a positive impact on the world around her. She does so by taking part in and organizing altruistic initiatives while simultaneously taking responsibility for her own education and future achievements. With strong moral character steeped in her appreciation of individuality and diversity, Catherine Chao is – A Step Above.
G.P.A.: 4.078
Activities/Clubs:
- Theatre, 2007-09
- Played Madame Morris in The Monkey’s Paw One-Act Play, 2008
- Key Club Division 28 South Lieutenant Governor, 2010-Present
- Student Body Treasurer, 2010-Present
- American Cancer Society Relay for Life Committee Event Chair, 2010-Present
- Key Club President, 2009-10
- Key Club Division 28 South Divisional Secretary, 2009/10
- Multicultural Club President, 2008/09
- Leo Club, 2009-Present; Secretary, 2009/10
- Student Council Junior Class Representative, 2009/10
- Relay for Life Committee Team Development Chair, 2009/10
- Multicultural Club, 2008-Present
- Future Business Leaders of America, 2009/10
- Best Buddies Vice President, 2008/09
- Hip Hop Club Secretary, 2008/09
- Students Against Destructive Decisions, 2008/09
- Key Club Freshman Class Representative, 2007/08
Scholarships/Awards/Community Service:
- Key Leader Scholarship
- Distinguished Level & Outstanding Level Key Club President–California-Nevada-Hawaii District, 2010
- Key Club International Convention Delegate, 2010
- American Cancer Society Relay for Life Participant, 2007-Present
- Every 15 Minutes Program Participant, 2010
- Southern Nevada Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast, 2009
- National Association of Student Councils State Conference, 2010
- Ronald McDonald House Charity Volunteer
- Step Out! To Fight Diabetes Walk Volunteer
- Cougars Care Volunteer/Participant
- Trick or Treat for UNICEF Participant
- Kiwanis Fireworks, One Day & Int’l Convention Volunteer
- Salvation Army Food Drive Volunteer
- American Red Cross Blood Drive Volunteer
- Make a Wish Foundation Volunteer
Goals & Aspirations: “My goals are to graduate high school with an advanced honors diploma, attend a university and pursue a career that makes me extremely happy!”
Accomplishments Most Proud Of: “I am most proud that I have achieved my dream of becoming Coronado’s first Key Club Lieutenant Governor of Division 28 South. It took a lot of hard work and dedication, but has definitely been worth it. I’ve dreamed of becoming Lieutenant Governor since my freshman year of high school.”
Catherine Looks Up To: “I look up to my parents, Rachel and Richard, and my sister, Jennifer. My family always helps me overcome any obstacles that come my way. They have taught me so much, especially the true meanings of strength and love.”
