Maria Serano – John F. Kennedy High School
Profile
Maria Serrano is a high school senior at John F. Kennedy High School who currently holds a 4.06 GPA. Serrano’s academic achievements include National Honor Society, and Student Council and serves as All School President. Serrano belongs to Link Crew, Key Club, Track and Field; and volunteers for Food Pantry at JFK, Bear Valley International School, and serves as a Teacher’s Aid.
Favorite Book: If He Had Been With Me — Laura Nowli
Favorite Movie: Inside Out
Favorite Subject: Psychology
Future Career: Immigration Lawyer
Hero: My dad, Jorge Serrano
Favorite Hobby: Reading
Favorite Social Media Follow: Instagram
Words to live by: “God will meet you where you are in order to take you where he wants you to go.” – Tony Evans
Community Involvement: Serrano is involved in community through Link Crew, Student Council and through her volunteer work with local organizations.
Why is Community involvement important? Serrano says, “Community involvement is important as a way to help other people to be heard, and to build new connections and meaningful relationships while supporting them.”
If I could improve the world I would…
“….ensure everyone has access to quality education, healthcare, and equal opportunities to thrive. Also, promote mental health awareness.”
College of choice: Serrano has applied at the University of Colorado/Colorado Springs, University of Colorado/Denver, Colorado State University, and Metropolitan State University of Denver.
