I'm Allison Pratt, a senior graduating from Sandhoke Early College HS and the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics Online. I will be receiving my Associate of Arts from Sandhills Community College. Also, I have received 60 college acceptances! I’m passionate about community service, dedicating hours to Habitat for Humanity, NY food pantries, SandHoke tutoring, Wilmington beach cleanups, and more. I am actively involved in programs like: -Mu Alpha Theta National Math Honor Society -National Honor Society -Science National Honor Society -Star Docent at Fayetteville State University’s Planetarium.  -National Beta Club -Science Olympiad -NC School of Science & Mathematics Student Ambassadors -NC Governor's School During my summers, I had the chance to spend a week at the Research Triangle Institute, where I explored solutions to global issues such as climate change, agricultural faults, and public health, all while honing skills in networking, interviewing, and professional development. My passion for science and research also led me to attend the Summer Ventures in Science and Math program at UNC Wilmington. In the Biochemistry Lab under the guidance of Dr. Wang, I conducted research in Biotechnology and Biomedical Science for 4 weeks. In a group of 3, I designed a Gene Therapy pharmaceutical to modify the genetic effects of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Additionally, in the North Carolina Governor’s School Program, I collaborated in experiments on E. Coli while studying areas like Epidemiology, Astronomy, and the Gut Microbiome for a month at Greensboro College.

• Volunteering
• Philanthropy

• Collaborated in a 3-person research group to design an AAV9-mediated gene therapy targeting the TCF7L2 gene tied to Type 2 Diabetes for potential treatments. I co-authored a research paper and presented the design and method to faculty, mentors, & family

  North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics Summer Ventures · Biotechnology

  2023 – 2023

  Research topic:

  Gene Therapy for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

• During Downtown Christmas, the museum is open for everyone to enjoy the history of our town. There are multiple exhibits in the museum, and I can be a spokesperson for an entire exhibit. The audience tours as I explain items & documents in the room.

  Volunteering · Raeford-Hoke Museum

  2022 – 2023

  Mission:

  Museum Exhibit Spokesperson

• I contributed to the packaging of shoe boxes with donated toys for Operation Christmas Child. With other members of my school’s Beta Club, we were able to make over 40 boxes filled with toys & other items a kid may need.

  Volunteering · Senior Beta Club

  2023 – 2023

  Mission:

  Operation Christmas Child

• During the Fall Festival, I participated in various games for the children and families attending. I assisted in a Hula Hoop contest, a bean bag race, and others. I also passed out candy and goodies

  Volunteering · Don D. Steed Elementary School

  2022 – 2022

  Mission:

  Fall Festival

• I assisted in the packaging and distributing of fresh foods, fruits, and vegetables, to people and families in need in the Jewish and Immigrant communities of Flushing, New York

  Volunteering · Kehilat Sephardim Food Pantry

  2022 – 2022

  Mission:

  Packaging and Handing Out Fresh Food Items

• I helped tutor students in math subjects or homework that they were struggling with

  Volunteering · Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society

  2023 – 2023

  Mission:

  Math Tutoring

• I packaged non-perishable food for those in need in Wilmington, NC with the organization Nourish NC.

  Volunteering · Nourish NC

  2023 – 2023

  Mission:

  Food Packaging

• I helped prepare the Sophomores for their PreACT through tutoring sessions

  Volunteering · National Honor Society

  2023 – 2023

  Mission:

  PreACT Tutoring for Sophomores

• In the Animal Shelter, I assisted other members of the National Honor Society in the cleaning and feeding of dogs and cats. I also helped package treat bags for all of the pets as it was around Valentine’s Day

  Volunteering · Hoke County Animal Shelter

  2024 – 2024

  Mission:

  Cleaning, Feeding, and Packaging Treat Bags

• While in a summer program I was attending I did beach cleanup at Wilmington Beach in NC. It was especially beneficial to do this since it was right after the Fourth of July. There was tons of trash left so cleanup was essential.

  Volunteering · Plastic Ocean Project

  2023 – 2023

  Mission:

  Beach Clean Up

• In this event I was able to read different books to elementary students of all grades. Secondly, I assisted teachers in various tasks they needed completed in their classroom.

  Volunteering · Don D. Steed Elementary School

  2024 – 2025

  Mission:

  Read Across America

• I’m granted the chance assist in building, repairing, and cleaning homes for families in need, contributing to safe and functional living spaces. I get to collaborate with teams and gain experience in construction and community service building

  Volunteering · Habitat for Humanity

  2023 – Present

  Mission:

  Repairing and Clean Up of Houses in Worksites

• I facilitate meal preparation, serving, and event setup in the Fellowship Hall for weekly services, special events, and memorials. I enjoy contributing to community engagement and support initiatives for church members of all ages.

  Volunteering · Spring Branch Missionary Baptist Church

  2018 – Present

  Mission:

  Cooking, Serving, and Setting Up Tables