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A Step Above: Jillian Lopez
Palo Verde High School
Class of 2011
With aspirations like becoming a major news network anchorwoman and, overall, just changing the world for the better, Palo Verde High School Senior Class President Jillian Lopez has got her work cut out for her. But she’s not working with a blank canvas. She’s already a charitable community member and role model to all she meets. And with gumption, charisma and cheerful positivity, she’s well on her way to completing the masterpiece of achieving her life goals, which elevates Jillian Lopez to – A Step Above.
G.P.A.: 4.383
Sports/Clubs/Awards/Community Service:
- Dance Team, 2009-Present
- New American University Scholarship
- American Legion Award
- National Honor Society
- Senior Class President, 2010-Present
- Junior Class Vice President, 2009-10
- Broadcast Journalism
- Foundation for Positively Kids Volunteer
- Ronald McDonald House Volunteer
- Three Square Volunteer
Goals & Aspirations: “I plan to reach my goal of being the best senior class president I can possibly be. I aspire to represent my class and school to my greatest ability. As for the future, I plan to attend Arizona State University and to become a broadcast journalist after studying at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism.”
Accomplishments Most Proud Of: “Being elected as the Junior Class Vice President and the Senior Class President are two things that I am most proud of. Winning these positions took a great amount of time, dedication and commitment. Every minute of that hard work was worth it because now I am able to do what I love most: being a leader and making my school a better place.”
Jillian is Successful Because: “My ability to adapt to any situation is what makes me successful. I work well with all types of people and can step up as a leader in times of need.”
Jillian is Stronger and Wiser Because: “At the age of eight, my best friend Natalie died of cancer. I learned a lot from this situation, but if there’s one thing I learned the most it’s to enjoy every day to its fullest. Natalie taught me that even through the toughest of times you have to keep a smile on your face and focus on the positive aspects of life.”
Cause for Concern: “If I could be the president of any charitable organization it would be the Foundation for Positively Kids. I have been working with this charity all my life, which is why it is so special to me. Their goal is to help children and change the world, something I aspire to do as well.”
