Hi! My name is Anastasia Pagan, and I am from Fair Oaks, California. I enjoy reading every day, playing soccer, spending time with animals and people, and finding new and exciting ways to volunteer and serve my community.Throughout my life I hope to use my voice and experiences to positively impact the world and the communities aroud me. My friends would describe me as intelligent, dedicated, observant, empathetic, resourceful, logical, creative, determined, innovative, an eager learner, and someone who isn't afraid to go against the crowd. I want to be an author, editor, publisher, and/or educator. I push myself in the direction of success by doing my best in school and taking all offered advanced courses and creating clubs that make a difference, such as founding my school's Amnesty International club. I also often donate and volunteer, to provide positive impacts in my community. I have been an avid reader from a young age. All my life, my interest in the written word has only grown stronger, and has provided me with many opportunities to discover different worlds and perspectives. I want to further my education and make connections that will allow me to share new perspectives with others, and provide future students with a safe and welcoming learning environment. I am a strong leader who is committed to giving back to my community, and determined to rise to my full potential and make a lasting impact on the world. I am excited for the challenges and opportunities that I am sure to face in the near future, and I look forward to finding ways to overcome them.