Age: 17

Grade: Senior

From: Seattle, Washington

What would you like to pursue in the future?

After college I would love to pursue a career in education. I would like to be a math teacher because I honestly love solving problems, and I would love to be able to nurture students and teach them what I know like so many of mine have for me.

Do you have any secret talents?

I do love to sing and have been in choir throughout the years, but I have a major case of stage fright so I never try singing solo.

How long have you been singing?

I’ve been singing ever since I can remember, my grandma was a singer, and she’s the one that got me into it.

What is your favorite type of music?

I like all kinds of music especially Rock.

What is your favorite food?

Spaghetti.

What is your favorite store?

Zumiez

Do you have a favorite quote?

“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” – Dr. Seuss

So you recently changed your name, is that right?

Yes, the University of Washington where I was born lost my paperwork, so I was never given a name. As a filler on my birth certificate they put “Baby Girl Petropoulos”, so that was the name I had to use even on my passport. Only recently have we gotten that changed.

What do you admire most about your brother, Randy?

What I admire most about my brother is that he can light up a room no matter what situation and puts a smile on your face. He’s like a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day, and I love him so much for being who he is.