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A Step Above: Michelle Calica

Liberty High School 

Class of 2010

“Just because you are a character doesn’t mean you have character.” –Winston Wolfe, Pulp Fiction

That quote may be true in the movie, but it’s simply not the case with Liberty High School senior Michelle Calica. Possessing character in spades, she’s one very unique individual, on paper, live and in color. A jack of all trades, master of many, her ability to balance activities from reel to reel is the secret to her success, but not the only reason for her award-winning performance in school and in life. With a style and presence all her own, she’s got the fortitude, intelligence and passion to follow her dreams, and for that, Michelle Calica is – A Step Above.

 

G.P.A.: 4.72

Sports/Activities:

  • Varsity Tennis, 2006-07
  • LHS Theatre, 2006-10
  • Starring Role–Steel Magnolias (Truvy; 2010
  • Starring Role–The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Marcy Park; 2010
  • Cast Member–7 LHS Productions, 9 Shows
  • Nevada State Opening Number Performer, 2009
  • Thespian Club, 2006-Present
  • LHS Varsity Band, 2006-10 & Jazz Band, 2006-08
  • LHS Marching Band, 2006/07/09; Section Leader, 2007
  • Las Vegas Academy Varsity Band & Symphony Orchestra, 2008-09
  • All-State Orchestra Principal Trumpet First Chair, 2010
  • Clark County All-District Honor Band, 2007-10
  • Las Vegas Youth Philharmonic, 2007-10; Principal Trumpet First Chair, 2009-10
  • Varsity Quiz, 2006-08
  • AP Biology Club, 2008-09; Vice President
  • University of New South Wales Study Abroad Program–Sydney, Australia, 2009
  • National Institute of Dramatic Art Study Abroad Program–Sydney, Australia, 2009 

Scholarships/Awards/Community Service:

  • Duet Musical Superior Rating–Nevada State/Regional Theatre Conference, 2010
  • Group Musical Superior Rating–Nevada State/Regional Theatre Conference, 2010
  • Ensemble Superior Rating–Clark County Regional/District Solo and Ensemble, 2009
  • Solo Superior Rating–Clark County District Solo and Ensemble, 2007-08
  • Honorary Thespian, 2007/08/10
  • Most Improved Player–Tennis, 2006
  • Academic All-State Tennis, 2007-08St.
  • Lucy’s Specialist Catholic School for Autistic Children in Sydney, Australia Volunteer, 2009
  • CineVegas Film Festival Volunteer, 2009
  • Shade Tree Volunteer, 2008
  • Clean a Park Volunteer, 2007
  • Trick-or-Treat So Tots Can Eat, 2006/08                                 

Accomplishments Most Proud Of: “I am proud of my accomplishments in instrumental playing, acting and singing. They have given me the confidence to be able to express myself not only on stage, but among my peers and family.”

Part of the Solution: “Young adults face the challenge of finding their passion. Most teens pray for graduation to approach faster, but forget that it is the best time to find who they are. I strive to get people involved in anything they can so they can find the sensation of passion that I was blessed with finding early.”

Michelle on Peer Pressure: “I constantly project my personality. I strongly believe that you should not hide who you are to please others. I always stand up for my beliefs, alone or not, because they are mine and not easily influenced.”

 

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