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A Step Above: A Step Above – Claire Holden
Palo Verde High School
Class of 2013
John Mayer once sang, “Who says I can’t be free from all of the things that I used to be?” That idea of a life filled with promise and possibility is something Palo Verde High School senior Claire Holden holds close to her heart. Driven by a passion for everything from music to endangered animals to community fellowship, Claire approaches every situation with a positive outlook, preparing herself for the road ahead with a strong work ethic and a natural aptitude for leadership. There’s no dream beyond her reach, and that places Claire Holden – A Step Above.
G.P.A.: 4.45
Activities/Community Service
- JROTC, 2009-10
- Marching Band, 2009-Present; Concert Band, 2009-Present
- Jazz Band, 2009-Present; Jazz Combo, 2012-Present
- Percussion Ensemble, 2009-Present; Section Leader, 2012-Present
- Steel Drum Ensemble, 2009-Present; Taiko Ensemble, 2012-Present
- Wind Ensemble, 2011-Present
- Drum Line, 2011-Present
- Band Student Leadership, 2012-Present
- Church Mission Trip to La Mission, Mexico, 2005-Present
- Walk Over to The Heights of Summerlin Mental Rehabilitation Clinic, 2012
- Campus Clean Up, 2009-Present
- Hometown Holidays, 2010-Present
- Snow Day, 2010-Present
Awards
- JROTC Commander’s Award, 2010
- Presidential Service Medal (Silver), 2010
- Marching Section of the Year (Percussion), 2010
- Most Improved Concert Percussionist, 2010
- Outstanding Concert Percussionist, 2012
- Superior and Excellent Scores in Solo & Ensemble, 2010-13
- Superior Scores in Regional Solo & Ensemble, 2010-13
- Highest Scores in Nevada, All State Solo & Ensemble, 2011 & 2013
Goals & Aspirations: “I plan on attending UNLV, then going on to continue my education in veterinary school, hoping to one day have my own clinic. I hope to graduate from veterinary school with little to no debt and set up an outreach for endangered animals.”
Part of the Solution: “The biggest issue facing students today is the general lack of world knowledge and involvement in the community. A lot of people are just not aware of what is going on around the world and how it affects our lives and the future of our country. I believe that history and government class should spend a portion of class time reviewing current events and holding class discussions.”
Cause for Concern: “I would choose to be president of a charity that continues to support our veterans wounded in war. Most of my family are currently serving or veterans of the military, though I am lucky enough that none of them were injured during war. I would like to support our troops as much as I can.”
