School: Duke Ellington School of the Arts

Grade: Rising 11th Grader

Biography: I was born on June 1, 2007 and I am a Gemini. I am very interested in the Asian culture. Meaning I love watching Asian dramas . . . listening to Asian music . . . reading Manga and Manhwa and so much more. One thing I say when you meet me is that I’m an artist, and I have been drawing since third grade. I’m also a very bubbly and happy person so I’m really fun. I’m a heartfelt romantic and love all things romance. My favorite romance film is “Titanic.” My favorite subjects in school are history and English. My favorite foods are Chipotle and subs from Jersey Mikes/Potbelly.

Expectations: Mainly I want exposure and Japanese cultural experience. I want to have a deeper understanding of Japan and native Japanese traditions. I also want to begin my Japanese experience now because I want to minor in Japanese language in college. I hope to gain that experience beginning here and on my own.

My pronouns are she/her.