NHS Officer Nominees 2014-2015

Presidential Candidates:

Amanda Luce
My name is Amanda Luce and I am a junior in the IB program at our school. I believe that as a club
committed to serving our community and being active in school activities, there are many possible
impacts that we can have on people's lives. It is important to me that we have positive impacts on
students at our school and on members of our community, so that it reflects a positive view of
LOLHS. I already have some great projects and service opportunities in mind for our club to fulfill.
I am best qualified to serve this club as president, because I am very creative and love working
with others. To me, there is nothing greater than seeing a project carried out to completion by a
group of people with a common goal. I have recently graduated from the Youth Leadership of
Pasco program, where I learned important leadership skills and made connections with
prominent organizations in our community. Vote for me as president and I will help to ensure that
the NHS club at LOLHS reaches its highest potential in the 2014-2015 school year.
Lela Gregory
I am a rising senior in the International Baccalaureate program and I am running for NHS club
president. I have been an active member of NHS since sophomore year and I look forward to the
opportunity to take on a leadership role amongst my peers. I have prior leadership experience as
Captain of the girls varsity basketball team here at school, and I believe I possess the qualities
necessary to successfully conduct a National Honor Society club so that all members have the
opportunity to participate and have fun! I think of NHS as being a group of determined over
achievers that want to better their community through leadership, service, scholarship, and
character. I am hard working and can bring many creative ideas to the table, and I will strive to
make each member feel as though they are contributing positively to the club at all times. I hope to
be the leader of the pack of this group of determined workers so that we can make, not only
ourselves, but also our school community a better place.
Emily Gay
I believe I would make an outstanding president of NHS for 2014-2015. I am a great candidate
because I am very focused, organized, driven, and honest. Through organization, effort, and
teamwork, we can all make a huge difference and do many great things for others and our
community. As president, I would listen carefully to everyone's ideas for possible future events
that we could take part in; I already have a few ideas in mind. If you chose me as president, I
would not let you down. Thank you for this opportunity.
Iliana Sanchez





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Vice Presidential Candidates:

Natalia Cortes
My name is Natalia Cortes and I am a junior at Land O' Lakes High School. I am Colombian and
speak both languages. I am a responsible AP student and I have a great work ethic. I am confident
in all my decisions and I don't do anything without being completely sure. I can definitely say I am
a people person and I enjoy having opportunities where I can genuine exchanges with people. I am
a leader at heart and I know that I can take the responsibility of representing the National Honor
Society as Vice President at Land O' Lakes High School.
Anna Goltermann
I am a dedicated student in the International Baccalaureate Program with the time and motivation
to serve as the Land O Lakes National Honor Society Vice President. I have experience with the
officer position because in middle school I served as Rushe Middle Schools National Junior Honor
Society Vice President. I implemented different projects to the school and also created school wide
competitions and spirit weeks to fundraise for a prosperous club. I am completely familiar with
the responsibilities that come with being an officer because I also serve as the Drama Club
Secretary. I manage time, academics, and community outreach very well. As Vice President I hope
to connect the club to the school and eventually the community through volunteer projects that
exemplify the success that the students of Land O Lakes have. With the help of my fellow officers
and the rest of the National Honor Society Club, I know that I can make National Honor Society
one of the most influential and crucial organizations at Land O Lakes High School.
Stephanie Collier
I am a rising senior and I am In the international baccalaureate program. I am running for Vice
President, and want this role to exhibit my leadership abilities. I'm an open minded person and
hope to incorporate everyone into the club. I will do my best to personally consider everyone's
opinions and suggestions. I work well with other people and will work to create a club where
everyone is involved. I have had leadership positions in the past and enjoy being a part of such a
significant organization. I have been Vice President of the class of 2015 and enjoy working with
others who are striving to make a difference. I'm determined to make this an enjoyable year
where everyone feels welcomed. I look forward to potentially working with you guys. GO GATORS!
Sumukh Shivakumar
My name is Sumukh Shivakumar and I am currently a Junior in the IB program. As Vice President
of the National Honor Society, I will strive to support the club and its activities to the best of my
ability. My goal will be to serve for my fellow peers and strive for the excellence that the club has
already proven, and continue it on the same note for the upcoming school year. Some of my
academic achievements include my perfect 4.0 GPA all throughout my high school career. Apart
from this, I have also contributed in developing the math club in our school. As an officer in the
Math honor society, I have served as treasurer, instructor, and competitor and have been
promoted to be the president in the present year. I won awards in all the Mu Alpha Theta
competitions that we participated in. In addition, I am also passionate about many extracurricular
activities including robotics, for which I have won numerous awards, as well as Music and Tennis.



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Secretary Candidates:

Sarah Wasson
As a proud member of the Class of 2015, I thrive in an academically challenging environment. My
passion for science, both academically and in the real world, has motivated me to become
interested in environmental causes throughout my community. A majority of my volunteer
experiences involve coastal cleanups and oyster bed restoration with Tampa Bay Watch.
Advocating for responsible pet ownership, I volunteer with Cat Crusaders as an animal caretaker.
If given the privilege to serve as secretary of the National Honor Society, I will uphold the values of
the NHS with integrity and diligence and welcome the opportunity to serve as an officer.
Pooja Patel
Sivan Nizan
Mara Cooper
Paige Parkinson

Treasurer Candidates:

Rose Kabat
My name is Rose Kabat and Im running for Treasurer. I am in the 11th grade, have taken Honors
and AP courses throughout high school, and currently have a 4.45 weighted GPA. Im a member of
the English & Science National Honor Societies and the LOLHS Key Club. Ive trained, competed,
and performed in classical ballet for several years. In addition, Ive been an Altar Server at my
church for eight years, and a longstanding member of the New Tampa Juniorettes, which is a
community service organization for teen girls. If given the opportunity, I would like to facilitate
worthwhile service projects within the community and diverse leadership opportunities within
our school for our NHS members to become involved in.
Marielle Skairus
Hi I am Marielle Skairus . I am running for treasurer of nhs. I am reliable, trustworthy and
responsible . I do believe that I am qualified for the job because I can effectively handle and
budget funds and have very strong math skills. I will work hard to manage nhs funds and report all
money related statuses to members and volunteer hours advisors ( if applicable) . I have great
ideas for fund raising efforts for next year and will work hard with fellow officers to make 2014
2015 an excellent year for nhs. Please consider me for your next nhs treasurer.
Olivia Velasco
Sen Sen Huang
Cassandra Ly





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Historian Candidates:

Jackie Disla
I am an up and coming senior in the International Baccalaureate Program here at Land O Lakes
High School. I have been in the National Honor Society since my sophomore year and I am eager to
be able to take part in the leadership of this program. As a member of this program, I know that it
is all about not only bettering the community, but also yourself and as a historian I plan to make
sure that anything and everything that goes on in this program is preserved and recorded so that
it is a life memory for us and future chapters at LOLHS. Im excited to have the opportunity to
work amongst other leaders to continue this beneficial program and make it even better than
what it has already so greatly achieved.
Emily Gay
I believe I would make an excellent historian of NHS for 2014-2015. I'd be a great historian
because I'm very attentive, focused, and organized. As historian, I would make sure that
attendance is always in order. I would also make sure that everyone who attends a meeting gets
credit for it. If you choose me as your historian, I promise I will not disappoint you. Thanks for this
opportunity!
Sam Boddupalli
John Calahatian