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Abel Montoya-Aldana

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Bio

I am a Salvadoran American high school student, and I am passionate about technology and what positive impacts I can create. Technology has opened doors for me to showcase my creativity and ambition by creating virtual showcases depicting geography, architecture, and wildlife using scripts and codes. I integrate my interests into my showcases so my projects will have more of a personal meaning and touch. I am dedicated to earning a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or any related field, along with earning certifications and internships. One of my life goals is to learn more about the lifestyles of rural people around the world. Although right now I do not have the funds to travel, I am learning about different cultures and languages around the world so when I go visit these countries, I will possess some knowledge of their culture. I am planning to observe the lifestyle of the Amazigh tribe, the Quechua people, the Romani people, the K'iche people, and the Maasai people. I am interested in how geography affects the lifestyle, architecture, dances, and folklore of people around the world. I currently work a part-time job and sell pan dulces and pupusas around my town to fund my future higher educational journey. Being Christian, Latino, and LGBT from a low-income household is not an easy path, however, my parents would always work hard to provide for me and my siblings, from selling food by knocking door to door, babysitting, or even selling food in parking lots, I learned that there is always a way to achieve your goals and dreams, all you need is ambition and faith.

Education

Green Forest High School

High School
2021 - 2025

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Majors of interest:

    • Computer Science
    • Architectural Engineering
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Computer Software

    • Dream career goals:

      Develop new skills, networking, improve productivity

    • Team Member

      Pauly's Burgers
      2024 – Present10 months
    • Student

      Robotics I
      2023 – Present1 year
    • Developer

      Roblox Studio
      2020 – Present4 years

    Research

    • Bible/Biblical Studies

      Youth Alive — Student
      2023 – Present

    Arts

    • Green Forest Drama Club

      Theatre
      Wizard of Oz, Because of Winn-Dixie
      2021 – Present

    Public services

    • Advocacy

      FCCLA — Student
      2021 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Beta Club — Volunteer
      2023 – Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Politics

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Entrepreneurship