Rapid City High School - 45
High School
2022 – 2026
General information
Hobbies & Interests
- Running
- Speech and Debate
- National Honor Society (NHS)
- Track and Field
- Chemistry
- Engineering
- Cars and Automotive Engineering
James Palecek
1x
FinalistJames Palecek
1x
FinalistGeneral information
Hobbies & Interests
- Running
- Speech and Debate
- National Honor Society (NHS)
- Track and Field
- Chemistry
- Engineering
- Cars and Automotive Engineering
Bio
I am a prospective Chemical Engineering student interested in sustainability. In my free time I enjoy running, journaling, and watching motorsports!
Education
Miscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
Chemical Engineering
Desired degree modality:
In-Person
Medical school interest:
No
Career
Miscellaneous
Dream career field:
Chemical Engineering
Work experience:
3 years
Has nursing license:
No
Future Interests
- Volunteering
Sports
Track & Field
Varsity · 1 award
2023 – Present
Awards:1 Varsity LetterCross-Country Running
Varsity · 3 awards
2022 – 2025
Awards:Two Varsity Letters, 2024 State Team Member, 2025 State Team Member
Research
Intern
South Dakota · Chemical Engineering
2025 – 2025
Research topic:Extraction of Microplastics from Contaminated Soil Using Supercritical Carbon Dioxide
Public services
Member/Volunteer
Volunteering · National Honor Society
2024 – Present
Mission:End Poverty & Hunger, Connect our Community, and Improve our School