Grade: 12

Family members: My family includes both of my parents, twin sister, and younger sister.

Favorite subject: English is my favorite subject because of my admiration of books, their authors and the culture surrounding them.

Activities: I am involved in marching, concert, and jazz band; as well as track and field, Reading Team, Girl Scouts and National Honor Society.

Next steps: I plan on attending college in the fall for English.

Career goals: I wish to be employed in the editing/publishing field.

Heroes: John Green, whose young adult novels are as inspiring as his impact in the Internet community through educational videos and charitable organizations.

Hobbies: Outside of other commitments, I enjoy practicing several instruments and reading.

Volunteer/community work: I have been active in my community through National Honor Society and Girl Scouts, such as working with Lions Club and for Relay for Life.

Likes: I find enjoyment in music and books and like surrounding myself with people of these similar passions.

Dislikes: I dislike ignorance and prefer those who focus on education and maintaining open minds.

Greatest accomplishment (so far): My greatest accomplishment is maintaining my GPA in honors classes while being involved in other school and community activities throughout my four years in high school.

Advice for peers: To do the best you have with the talent that is given to you.

Julia Swan coordinates student profiles for the Bethlehem Press.