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A Step Above: Ryan Alexander Bartholomew
Faith Lutheran High School
Class of 2010
Faith Lutheran High School valedictorian Ryan Bartholomew’s list of accolades point out a certain truth; that he’s a young man of high intelligence and outstanding athletic ability. But a closer look reveals there is much more to discover. Ryan harnesses power from within to create and pursue original paths of study to excel, rather than simply achieve. At the top of his class and bookin’ it to the finish, Ryan Bartholomew is – A Step Above.
G.P.A.: 4.9
Sports/Clubs/Activities:
- Varsity Track, 2006-Present
- Varsity Cross Country, 2006-08
- National Honor Society President, 2007-Present
- Senior Class President, 2009-Present
- National Student Council Leadership Conference Delegate, 2009
- Sun Youth Forum Delegate, 2009
- Varsity Mock Trial, 2007-Present
- Junior Statesman of America President, 2009-Present
- Varsity Quiz, 2009; Captain
- Key Club, 2006-Present
- Drama, 2009; Starred as Lord Arthur Godalming in Dracula
- Mellow Dramatists, 2004-08
- Lip Sync, 2006-09; Director, 2009
Awards/Community Service:
- 3A 800 Meter State Champion, 2009
- 3A 4×400 Meter Relay State Champion, 2008
- MVP Witness Award–Mock Trial, 2008/10
- National Merit Scholar Finalist, 2009/10
- National Hispanic Scholar, 2009/10
- Wendy’s Heisman Award State Winner, 2009/10
- AP Scholar, 2009/10
- United States Achievement National Mathematics Award, 2009-10
- Nevada All-State Academic Team–Track & Cross Country, 2006-10
- Summerlin Hospital Teen Volunteer 100 Hour Award, 2007-08
- Helen J. Stewart School Peer Tutor, 2009
- Operation Christmas Child, 2006-09
- American Lung Association Teen Teacher, 2010
Goals & Aspirations: “I will probably attend Duke in the coming fall. I am looking into molding my own major, blending neuroscience, psychology and philosophy. I plan on either entering the realm of research of the mind or medicine. I plan on working towards a successful and happy career coupled with a family someday.”
Accomplishments Most Proud Of: “Last year I found myself at the Nevada State Track Meet. I edged out the returning state champ and took 1st in the 800m state race. Unlike other accomplishments which came about through the efforts of many, winning state in the 800m came about as a result of self motivation and perseverance.”
Part of the Solution: “With so many technological conveniences, it seems as if there is little motivation for young adults to make strides to go farther than their parents did. By helping to find ways to motivate and push our generation to greater heights, I can help to be part of the movement to improve our world.”
