What is the charity you chose to represent?
Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation because my sister was afflicted with aplastic anemia when she was a high school student. Aplastic anemia is very unheard of, and many people are unfamiliar with it, including my family during the time my sister was battling it. This foundation was crucial in helping my parents understand what it was and connect with other people who had similar health situations. My sister never let this get the best of her, and she has continued to do amazing things. Now, she gets to be on the other side helping people and changing their lives the way the medical staff that helped her changed hers.
Why do you best represent WTHS?
I try to bring a level of positivity, encouragement, joy, and laughter to as many people as I can. I am also very involved, so I can understand lots of the different aspects our school has and be of help to our future high school students.
If you could pick anyone beside yourself to win, who would it be?
I don’t think the Mr. WT competition is about winning. I believe it’s about appreciating the friendships and the memories we have made in high school. Therefore, we all win by getting to share that stage with each other.
Favorite music artist:
This is a tough one. I don’t know if I could pick just one single artist, I more listen to individual songs. If I had to pick one artist, I think it would be Luke Combs.
What TV show/movie character are you most like?
I get told I act like a dad a lot. Meaning, I think I would most be like Phil Dunphy from Modern Family. Especially with my epic dad jokes.
If you were stranded on a deserted island, what three things would you bring with you?
my family, a boat, and a pen
What teacher or faculty member has made the biggest impact on your high school career?
I have gotten extremely lucky over my high school years for having some of the best teachers, all helping to get me to where I am. There are three teachers that have made the biggest impact on me. The first two being my interact advisors: Mr. Mac and Mrs. Jahn. They have been so influential in my high school experience helping shape me into the person I am and who I want to continue to be. I am extremely grateful for all that they have done for me. The other teacher is Mrs. Simpson. She taught me to love accounting, and because of her and her class, I will be pursuing a masters in accounting as well as my CPA certification.
What is your go-to Wawa order?
Hoagie: white bread, lettuce, pickles, cucumber, mayonnaise, turkey, cheese, and if I’m feeling risky, bacon. Apple slices. Barbecue chips to put in hoagie. Two apple juices for the two for four deal.
What has been one of the most memorable aspects of your high school experience?
Being a part of the Interact Club. In Interact, I got the opportunity to do lots of community service and positively affect the lives of other people.
What advice would you give to underclassmen about high school? About life?
Get involved in everything you can. Getting involved helps you try all types of new and unique things to help you find your interest and meet lots of new people.
What are your plans and goals for after high school?
Attend a four year university and study accounting. I will also continue to study Chinese l. After I complete my master’s in accounting, I plan on going to law school.
What is something about you most people do not know?
I am a certified open water scuba diver.
Who in your life has had the biggest influence on you?
There are six people who have had the biggest influence on my life.
My dad: I look up to my dad every day. He is the kind of man I want to be one day. He is the most supportive dad and encouraging dad anyone could ask for. He has shown me the importance and how to always put family first and be the kind of man who appreciates what he has and to give back. He has shown me the value of memories and moments rather than things and money.
My mom: My mom has shown me the importance of love and care, how to love and take care of those around you. My mom is that person you tell everything to when you need to talk to someone about something or when you need someone to watch the news with and cry about the sweet and sad things.
My sister Sam has shown me strength and determination. When my sister Sam puts her mind to something, step out of the way because she won’t stop, and she’ll achieve it at such a high level.
My sister Zoey has shown me the importance of diversification. Zoey does everything under the moon. She lifts insanely heavy weights and then the next day is professional dancing. She knows how to try everything.
My sister T teaches me how to live life to its absolute fullest and how to balance the fun in life with the importance of work and responsibility. She will go from work to either taking on waves in the Pacific Ocean or taking on black diamonds in the mountains, all while doing it with the biggest smile.
My sister Brooklyn: Brookie Cookie has taught me that the size of the person doesn’t represent the size of their heart.
What has been the best part about being on Mr. WT?
Just being with the guys in the group, getting to know them and all their great personalities better.
