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Boarding Student from Lindenhurst, N.Y.
Previous School: Lindenhurst Middle School
What are you involved in at CA?
In addition to being a head tour guide, I serve on the Disciplinary Council, and I’m an orientation leader and a member of two affinity spaces—Women of Color Alliance and Umoja. This year will mark my third season as a member of our varsity track and field team.
Why did you choose CA?
When I explored schools to apply to, CA checked many of my boxes—a commitment to learning, a strong arts program (dance), a strong sense of community, and a principle I deeply connected with: common trust. However, when I visited CA during a Revisit Day, I felt genuinely welcomed for who I am while also being challenged to grow and step beyond my comfort zone. At that moment, I knew CA was the place where I could thrive.
What is your favorite activity at CA and why?
I discovered my love for track at CA. I compete in the 100-meter, 200-meter, and as part of the 4×100-meter girls relay team. While I enjoy my individual events, being on the relay team is truly special to me. The support we give each other is unmatched, and knowing my teammates rely on me just as much as I rely on them pushes me to always give my best.
Favorite class you’ve taken at CA and why?
I never thought I’d say this, but English has become my favorite class. Every English course I’ve taken at CA has helped me grow as a writer, something I once struggled with. English classes here are far more than simply reading a book and taking a test. We fully engage with the text, using class discussions to explore its relevance to ourselves, our community, and the world. Surprisingly, I’ve even come to enjoy reading and analyzing poetry, something that once gave me anxiety. One of my most meaningful assignments was writing a pastiche inspired by Claudia Rankine’s Citizen. Through it, I was able to share a personal story relating to colorism that my mother experienced, and sharing that with her made the project even more special. With each class, I’m finding my voice more and more.
Advice to prospective students?
One of the best pieces of advice I received at CA came from Grant Hightower (Assistant Head for Student Life) during my freshman orientation. He noticed me struggling to make connections during an activity and said, “Don’t force it—your people will find you.” I’ve carried this with me ever since, and he was absolutely right. Over time, I’ve built friendships and connections with students and faculty that I know will last a lifetime. So, don’t force it—if you don’t find your people right away, trust that they will find you.
