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A Step Above: Wyatt Reid
Silverado High School
Class of 2012
It’s no secret that hard work pays off, and it’s been paying off many times over for Silverado High School senior Wyatt Reid. While he’s made a name for himself on the baseball field, he credits much of his athletic success to his dedication to academics and his passion and appreciation for everything about school. With great role models, strong faith and a commitment to achieving his goals, he doesn’t let any challenge stand in his way. He’s got his feet firmly on the ground, but he’s still reaching for his dreams, and that makes Wyatt Reid – A Step Above.
G.P.A.: 4.49
Sports/Activities/Community Service:
- Varsity Baseball, 2009-Present
- Varsity Tennis, 2011
- Boy Scouts of America, 2006-Present
- Interact Club, 2010
- Eagle Scout Project, 2011
- Gene Ward Elementary Toy Donation Volunteer, 2010
Awards:
- Varsity Letter in Baseball, 2009-Present
- Varsity Letter in Tennis, 2011
- Scholar Athlete, 2009-Present
- Athlete of the Month, 2011
- Student of the Month, 2010
- Academic Letter, 2010
- Nevada All-State Academic Team for Baseball, 2010
- Skyhawk Award in Baseball, 2010
Wyatt is Successful Because: “The reason I am successful is hard work. As a young boy, my parents’ expectations were high. I set out to reach those goals through hard work and dedication.”
Wyatt Looks Up To: “I look up to my father because he is the greatest human being I have ever known. He risks his life on a daily basis for his work as a Fireman for the Clark County Fire Department. He is a loving father and grandfather, and he is the person that taught me all about hard work. All his life, he has been teaching me to go after my dreams.”
Part of the Solution: “The key issue facing young adults is their lack of things to do. The reason most kids get into trouble is that they don’t have uplifting activities or wholesome places to spend their time. A way to fix this is to encourage young adults to participate more in school clubs and sports. If students reach out and ask fellow classmates to participate in these activities, then this problem can be greatly changed.”
Wyatt is Stronger and Wiser Because: “Two summers ago, my scout group went on a 50-mile hike, which was done in six days. It was a mental and physical battle. We would wake up in the mornings and hike our nine or so miles and then eat dinner. I learned that with help from others and a drive to complete a task, anything can be accomplished.”
