Swim Instructor
YMCA
- Taught water safety and beginner swim skills to children ages 4-12
Sophie Kaspar
Student
Summary
Passionate about literature, research, and visual arts, with a strong interest in literary analysis and creative exploration. Seeking to contribute unique perspectives to the MacLeish Scholars Program by combining analytical and artistic expression.
Work History
Education
European art and history
Hotchkiss Art Program
Art Conservation, Restoration, and Appraisal
Sotheby's Summer Institute
visual arts
C & S Studio and Ridgewood Art Institute
Skills
Artistic Skills: Proficient in graphite, charcoal, watercolor, oil pastel, and ink
Leadership: Strong experience mentoring peers and leading initiatives
Writing: Skilled in creative and analytical writing, with published work and ongoing projects
Writing and Creative work
- Creative Writing Portfolio, Spring 2024
- Smith College High School Writers Prize, Fall 2024, Submission pending results
- Published Article, Wrote for the National Bottle Museum, Winter 2024
Community Service
- Bronze Presidential Service Award, Fall 2023
- St. Luke's Reading Buddies, Fall 2023 - Spring 2024, Supported young readers in their literacy development.
- PALS Programs, Summer 2022, Paired with a teen with Down syndrome, providing care and fostering connection.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Varsity Robotics Team, Winter 2022 - Fall 2024, 2023 Engineering Design Award, 2024 Engineering Design Award, 1st & 3rd Inspire Awards, Qualified for New England Regional Championships. Hotchkiss Tour Guide, Winter 2023 - Present Quizbowl Team, Spring 2024 - Present Chess Club, Fall 2022 - Present
Leadership and programs
- EXP Realty Women's Leadership Conference, Participated in a leadership seminar hosted by EXP Realty, featuring workshops led by Betsy Myers, a renowned leadership expert, author, and former senior advisor to two U.S. presidents.
- Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Seminar (HOBY), Designed and implemented a community service project to inspire local change.
- Hotchkiss Orientation Leader, Guided incoming students through their transition to campus life.
- Council of Student Interviewers, Conducted interviews for prospective students.
Timeline
Swim Instructor
YMCA
Art Conservation, Restoration, and Appraisal
Sotheby's Summer Institute
European art and history
Hotchkiss Art Program
visual arts
C & S Studio and Ridgewood Art Institute
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