Grade: 12

Family members: mother, Serena; father, Dennis; sister, Mia

Favorite subject: I love math because I love the challenge of working through a difficult problem. I also love English because I love to read and explore different perspectives.

Activities: Varsity tennis, clarinet, vocal music, Scholastic Scrimmage, Student Council

Next steps: Attend college with a major in mathematics, economics, or computer science

Career goals: Undecided

Heroes: I really admire John Green for his ability to reach out to other people powerfully and meaningfully. His passion and enthusiasm about learning and community has inspired me to participate in the classroom and the community.

Hobbies: Reading, origami, Rubik's Cube, Sudoku

Volunteer/community work: I'm a member of our Women's Awareness club, which raises money for local organizations that deal with women's issues. I also volunteer for a feminist social media campaign called Powered By Girl.

Likes: music, movies, Harry Potter, The Big Bang Theory

Dislikes: Coffee, rainy weather

Greatest accomplishment (so far): Learning to drive

Advice for peers: Work hard and treat everyone with kindness.

Julia Swan coordinates student profiles for the Bethlehem Press.

Student profile subjects are selected by faculty and administration at the individual schools.