If you would like to be considered for the monthly Member Showcase, please click here: http://www.nshss.org/showcase/memshowfrm.htm Ashley Marie Bremerman Silver Spring, Maryland James Hubert Blake High School Worthy of note Awards: Honor Roll Student (2003-2005); National USEF Junior Olympic Bronze Medal Winner - Pony Jumpers - 2002; CPJHSA H & M Tack Shop Equitation Finals 2002. Leadership: Secretary/Treasurer - Italian Club-Blake HS; Maryland Horse Show Association; US Equestrian Federation; Drama Club - Blake High School; Choral Club - Blake High School. Service: Days End Center for Horses; Maryland National Park and Planning Commission Mounted Police - cared for horses; assisted with Blake High School Child Care Development Day Care Program; Maryland Therapeutic Riding Association - helped handicapped children with riding ponies as therapy. About me I am honest, sincere, friendly, fairly intelligent, and competitive. I generally like people and all animals, especially horses. I try to see the best in everyone I meet. I also love drama and the performing arts, particularly singing and dancing. How I hope to make a difference I believe in the sincerity of others unless they show me otherwise. There is much injustice in the world and I plan to work toward being in a position where I can help such as becoming a lawyer or working in politics. My future I am hoping to eventually attend law school or perhaps work in another related field. Hopefully over the next few years I will be able to identify a niche where I can blend all my talents together to try and make a difference in the world. Philosophy Accept people for what they are--always give them the benefit of a doubt. Don't always believe in first impressions. Cathryn Chen Beverly Hills, California Beverly Hills High School Worthy of note Awards: Presidential Academic Excellence Award; Class rank:1st decile; National Honor Roll (3 times); California Scholarship Federation (every year), NHS member; Southern California Journalism Write-off--News category Second Place; Beverly Hills High School Student of the Month; 2005 US FIRST Robotics California "Rookie ALL-STAR" (I'm Animation Captain); The President's Volunteer Service Award (3 times) 300hours+. Leadership: The District Superintendent's Multicultural Committee- the only student representative (since sophomore year); US FIRST( For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics Team #1515 Animation captain (since sophomore year); The Filmmaker's Club President; Red Cross Club Secretary (2 years); Newspaper Editor (2 years). Service: "Beverly Hills Courier" staff intern (covers the high school activities); tutoring at the Beverly Hills Public Library; Key Club member--every weekend beach cleanup, Rose Parade Decorations, Thanksgiving luncheon for the homeless, etc.; volunteer at Cedars-Sinai medical research center cardiology lab; Spreading the knowledge of robotics in our community-- we perform presentations in the city hall, we bring the robot to local middle schools, and incite curiosity among younger students in the field of robotics. About me I have the motivation to go beyond my reach. I believe every person deserves the opportunity to achieve his or her potential and I'm setting myself to achieve that goal. I'm interested in a variety of things - I have played piano for ten years; I am a competitive swimmer; I also work four hours every week to save money for college. How I hope to make a difference Other than excelling in my classes, I also take the extra step to find new challenges for my mind and body. I enjoy feeding my natural curiosity by engaging in conversations that delve deeper than what my classes offer, keeping myself aware of current events and philosophies and away from superficiality. My journalistic excellence in serving as the editor of my school newspaper is the fruit of my strong work ethic, positive attitude, and the responsibility I feel to inform people of everything that's happening around the world. I'd like to become a journalist or social worker, and help people to see the good in themselves, realize their talents and purpose, understand how to best use their gifts, and ultimately find satisfaction in their lives. I admire those who seek to find their purpose in life and who are brave enough to live according to their beliefs. I wish to become one of them. My future Keeping my future options open, I'm currently interested in journalism, which is a major part of my identity due to my various involvements in the journalism program at school. I occasionally write and film my written manuscripts with my friends. I also film shows like "Voices of Tomorrow" at our local television facility. I've got the appreciation for gaining new levels of understanding through creativity and wish to become a writer, musician, artist, or performing artist. Philosophy "Dreams were his life and his life was in his dreams"--So dream big. Steven Zed Davies Frenchglen, Oregon Crane Union High School Worthy of note Awards: 3 years awarded 4.0 Knowledge Lamp; Top Math, Science, and English student awards; Eagle Scout; Who's Who Among America's High School Students; United States Achievement Academy; Homecoming King. Leadership: Junior Class President; FFA Chapter President and Vice-President; Student Body President and Vice- President; District FFA Sentinel and Secretary; Boy Scouts Baden-Powell Junior Leadership Training; Senior Patrol Leader. Service: Raised over $8,000 for my FFA chapter that was slated for budget cut elimination; led my class for 2 years to raise money for our Senior Class trip, with over $10,000 in our account now; helped to organize District FFA Contests for State Fair Participation; Helped organize and build FFA Corrals behind school for class projects; helped run the FFA Greenhouse for additional class projects and ongoing fundraisers; led a fundraising event that included a trap shoot, live band, dinner, dance, and silent auction. About me I am an enthusiastic student of everything. I want to know, do, try, learn, achieve, and participate in as many different things as I can. I think that makes a well-rounded person. I enjoy helping others succeed while setting high goals for myself as well. How I hope to make a difference I believe that the more experiences I have, the more knowledge I can gain, and the more variety of people I can meet, and the better person I will be as an adult. People come in so many different personalities and backgrounds, it's important to learn about them and how they respond to situations. All people need to learn to get along and make things work regardless of differences. My future I hope to attend the Air Force Academy and earn an engineering degree. I hope to learn to fly, experience all the Air Force has to offer, serve a mission for my church in the process, and then give the Air Force back all the expertise I have to offer. Eventually, I hope to start a business of my own in the engineering field. Philosophy I was taught early to try everything, master nothing, but be a student of all subjects and interests. Because of this, I have no specific hobbies, but I love many, many activities. All sports interest me, all sciences interest me, and I love being part of service clubs and helping people. Joseph William Miller Mt. Airy, North Carolina North Surry High School Worthy of note Awards: All Conference in both track and cross country; Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony Award in Humanities & Social Science; State level recognition in the Duke Talent Identification Program; 2005 Governor's School Participant; National Honor Society. Leadership: Section Leader in band for trombones and tubas; Fellowship of Christian Students Treasurer and Devotional Leader; Captain of Cross Country Team; Yield Leadership Program. Service: Bible School Teacher; Kentucky and Czech Republic Mission Trips; Northern Surry Hospital Junior Volunteer; Key Club; Church Praise Band. About me Everything I've done and accomplished is by the grace of Jesus Christ who gave me the talent. My life is composed of God, running, and learning (and not to mention good friends). How I hope to make a difference I intend to make a lifelong sacrifice to help out others in need. Also, I want to provide an example the world can look up to with hope. My future I plan to attend Wake Forest, North Carolina State, or Davidson College to earn a degree in either mathematics or engineering. After that, I plan to become a mathematician or an engineer. My Philosophy "To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the talent." - Steve Prefontaine Kayla Morse Apopka, Florida Apopka High School Worthy of note Awards: Invited to speak for Orange County Superintendent Ronald Blocker at a Community Summit 2004; All-County Honors Band Participant 2004 and 2005; Principal's Honor Roll (4.0+ GPA) 2004 and 2005; Awarded a Scholarship from Orange County Government 2004; Disney Dreamer and Doer 2003. Leadership: S.A.F.E. Officer 2005; Z.A.P.T. Youth Mentoring Program Student President (Z.A.P.T. is a youth mentoring program based in the Northwest portion of Orange County, Florida, that is focused on instilling determination, perseverance, morals, and leadership skills into African American teenage girls.); Apopka Area Youth Entrepreneur Training and Employment Program President 2005 (The Apopka Area Youth Entrepreneur Training and Employment Program is one that teaches young minority students the principles of business and financial skills and gives a chance for the young people to apply what they learned in the program.  We had the opportunity to start two businesses during the summer of 2004, a Candy Shop and a T-shirt making Store. I was the overseer of both businesses which brought in a net profit of about $1,000 over a 6-week time span.); Concert Band Section Leader 2005. Service: Relay for Life Volunteer 2004 and 2005; Adopt-a-Road Clean Up Participant 2004; Florida Hospital Volunteer 2004; Central Florida Urban League Leadership Summit Volunteer 2005; Orange County Back to School Supply Giveaway Volunteer 2003 and 2004. About me I am a junior at Apopka High School, where I am an Honors and Advanced Placement Student with a 4.1 GPA. I am a leader in The Apopka High School Concert Band and in the classroom. I am a member of The National BETA Club, Mu Alpha Theta, S.A.F.E. Officer, Club DOVE (Darters, Opposed to Violence in the Environment), and National Achievers Society. I enjoy working and cleaning up in my community and encouraging and mentoring the people around me. I graduated from John Casablancas Modeling School and have participated in several fashion shows. I enjoy motivational speaking and inspirational expression through music. I am a very caring, friendly, and fun loving person. I enjoy being in the company of people. How I hope to make a difference I plan to make a difference not just in my community but in the world. I want to be a representation of what can happen if your heart is in the right place and your mind is focused. I want to be more than a person who achieved against all odds, but a living testimony of how a person can fight against adversity and use it as a weapon in their journey toward success. Most of all I want to show people what can happen if you step out on faith instead of drawback in fear. My future I plan to pursue a career in Physical Therapy or Psychology. I would love to work with sports teams, health clinics, and children. I am currently looking into applying to University of Miami, University of Florida, Florida State University, Boston University, New York University, Clemson University, or the University of Connecticut. As you can see my options are still very open. Philosophy "You have to be the change you wish to see in the world." - Gandhi