Hailey W.

Which college/university will you attend after graduation?

University of San Diego

How many years have you been at Riverstone? 8

What is the title of your Extended Essay? Differentiation of themes in Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice and Ibi Zoboi's remix, Pride.

What was your most important or meaningful CAS experience?

My most meaningful CAS experience would be setting up and planning the Empow(HER) event for 3 years in a row. This experience changed my life and taught me how to be a leader.

What have your (personal) challenges been at Riverstone?

I would say not being able to go on many of the outdoor trips because of medical issues. This made me feel like I missed a lot of the bonding for our class.

What are one or two of your favorite memories or highlights of your journey at Riverstone? Playing volleyball with my advisory and being able to play in ensembles throughout my years at Riverstone.

Tell us the ways you feel that you are prepared for the next part of your journey. I believe that my essay writing skills have definitely gotten better. I will be able to take this with college with me.

What are two pieces of advice that you want to give to other students at Riverstone? Don't take things too seriously and be yourself.

What are three words that describe your experience at Riverstone? Community. Challenging. Exciting.