Sarah Hoban, Abington Heights High School
Q: What accomplishments are you most proud of and why?
A: I am most proud of being a National Merit Finalist. It took lots of work and was a huge accomplishment.
Q: What were your most rewarding school or community activities?
A: My most rewarding school activity was planning a Petal Party at my school my junior year. This united our community through learning how to arrange flowers.
Q: What is something you do to relax?
A: To relax, I hang out with my dogs.
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Q: Plans after high school graduation?
A: I plan on attending a four-year university studying neuroscience on the pre-med track. The next four years after that, I will attend medical school with a specialization in neurology or cardiology.
Q: Who do you most admire and why?
A: I admire my mom the most. She is a smart, considerate, and accomplished woman who inspires me. She pushes me out of my comfort zone. Her achievements are something I strive to have, and I would be glad to do half of what she does every day.
Q: What advice do you have for younger students?
A: While grades, assignments, and school may seem like everything and the defining factor for you, it is not everything. At the end of the day, you only have four years here.
A little about Sarah Hoban
Hometown: Waverly Twp.
Parents: Michael and Samantha Hoban
Some of her honors: National Merit Finalist, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society.
Some of her activities: Period club, Red Cross club.
Some of her athletics: Track and field team.
What her nominator said: “This remarkable individual is a well-rounded student in superior academic standing who possesses excellent leadership skills and has a passion for learning that is second to none.” Her “outstanding work ethic and drive to succeed sets them apart from other students.”