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Bailey Merriweather

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Bio

I am a high school senior from Texas, graduating early to pursue a degree in Political Science in Fall 2026. With a 3.8 GPA, my ultimate goal is to serve as an attorney and judge to advocate for systemic reform. My preparation for the legal field includes completing a competitive Intensive Law and Trial program at Stanford University and earning college credits through dual enrollment. Service and leadership are the cornerstones of my life. I serve as the Lincoln-Douglas Debate Captain and lead several faith-based initiatives, including my school’s Jesus Club and a weekly community Bible study. My commitment to social justice is reflected in my volunteer work, where I serve meals to over 150 unhoused individuals weekly and support incarcerated families through prison ministry. Driven by my faith and personal resilience, I am dedicated to using my education to defend the vulnerable and ensure fairness within the justice system.

Education

Mansfield Legacy High School

High School
2023 - 2026

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Majors of interest:

    • Political Science and Government
    • Psychology, General
    • English Language and Literature, General
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Law Practice

    • Dream career goals:

      Defense Attorney

    • Runner

      Flix Brewhouse
      2024 – Present2 years

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      One Community Church Student Mission Trip — Student Volunteer
      2025 – 2025
    • Volunteering

      Walter Bruce Foundation — Outreach Volunteer
      2021 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Mission 61:1 / One Community Church Cares — Volunteer
      2022 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Delta GEMS — Volunteer Mentor
      2022 – Present
    • Volunteering

      Legacy High School Jesus Club — Leader
      2022 – Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Politics

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Entrepreneurship