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A Step Above: A Step Above – Kimberly Coombs
Palo Verde High School
Class of 2011
Palo Verde High School senior Kimberly Coombs is undeniably determined to lead by example as she travels along the high road to success. Embracing diversity, willfully taking on tough tasks, and maintaining an active role in social issues are integral landmarks on her journey. In a word, discipline is what sets this champion athlete, outstanding student and JROTC all-star apart from the competition. For consistently striving to uphold strong moral character, along with a sense of responsibility to her country, family, peers and community, Kimberly Coombs is – A Step Above.
G.P.A.: 4.592
Sports/Activities/Community Service:
- Varsity Cross Country, 2007-09
- Varsity Girls Swimming, 2008-10
- Air Force JROTC Women’s Physical Fitness Team Captain, 2008-Present
- Orchestra, 2007/08
- Kitty Hawk, 2009-Present
- Assistant Swim Coach–Summerlin Seals, 2010
- Central Christian Church Volunteer, 2008/09
- Summerlin Community Fundraisers, 2007-Present
- Palo Verde High School Fundraisers, 2007-Present
Scholarships/Awards:
- Varsity Letter–Cross Country
- Varsity Letter–Girls Swimming
- Scholar Athlete–Swim Team & Cross Country, 2007-09
- 200 Relay Nevada State Champion–Swim Team, 2008/09
- Nevada State Champions–Swim Team, 2009
- Varsity Most Valuable Player–Cross Country, 2007
- NIAA Nevada All State Academic Team–Cross Country, 2007
- 2nd Place All Air Force–JROTC Physical Fitness Team, 2009/10
- 3rd Place Clark County School District–JROTC Physical Fitness Team, 2010
- Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Conference, 2009
- Nevada Girls State, 2010
- Wendy Heisman High School Scholarship State Finalist, 2010
- Student of the Month, 2010
- UNLV Army ROTC Scholar Athletic Leader Award, 2007
- Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge Award, 2009/10
- Women’s Veterans of Nevada Award, 2009
- Military Officers Association of America Award & Scholarship, 2010
- Cadet of the Month–Air Force ROTC, 2008/09
- Commanders Award–Air Force ROTC, 2008
- Cadet of the Quarter–Air Force ROTC, 2009/10
- Outstanding Citizenship Award–Air Force ROTC, 2010
Goals & Aspirations: “I intend to attend college at either a military academy or at a university in Southern California where I plan to obtain a great education, be a member on a swim team, and develop my leadership skills. After attending veterinarian school and serving my country, I aspire to set up a veterinarian practice in Las Vegas.”
Accomplishments Most Proud Of: “I am most proud of being part of the Palo Verde Girls Swim Team that won the 2009 Nevada State Championship. It was the first time the swim team had won the state championship. Winning the championship acknowledged all the hard work and motivation of my teammates and our coaching staff. Go Panthers.”
Kimberly is Successful Because: “My determination, hard work ethic and aspiration to always be better than my best effort helps me succeed, along with the support, guidance and encouragement of my teachers, coaches, and family.”
