Kaitlyn is a resilient, highly driven student from Valley High School in Sacramento, California. She loves to take on new challenges, ready to go above and beyond the limits! Despite the curveballs life has thrown at her, she strives to power through whatever comes her way.

Kaitlyn is an active member of her school’s Key Club, serving as both treasurer and VP, thus helping her break out of her shell, make new friends, and make a valuable impact on her community.

Kaitlyn loves learning, whether through challenging courses or her plethora of hobbies. Her hope is to spread her love of learning to others! She has been able to work at a local elementary school during their summer school program, helping students with their math and reading skills as well as their enrichment activities in art and science. This semester, she is participating in the 4-H Youth Experiences in Science (YES) program where she runs lessons with her team for elementary students, teaching and guiding them as they explore science through curiosity, observation, and communication. She particularly loves teaching about “Wonderful Worms” where her students investigate the 5 senses of the little creatures living in their own backyards.

In the future, Kaitlyn plans to pursue a career in the STEM field, fostering the interest she’s held since she was a kid. a. One day, she hopes to inspire young women to pursue their dreams. Most importantly, she thanks her family for the support they’ve given throughout the years, pushing her to be bright and curious.