Hobbies and interests
Acting And Theater
Boy Scouts
Education
Government
Student Council or Student Government
Latin
Choir
History
Playwriting
Business And Entrepreneurship
Piano
French
Trumpet
Cooking
Model UN
Speech and Debate
Reading
Academic
Romance
Historical
Philosophy
Education
Leadership
Adventure
Cookbooks
Gothic
Plays
I read books daily
Landen Nelson
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"Salve!," or maybe "Bonjour?" My name is Landen, and I am a freshman at Skyline High School. I have many hobbies although I am most passionate about education and the arts, and how it allows me to get involved in activities that can help me grow as a leader and a learner. I enjoy developing and learning new skills like Latin, piano, and speech. Starting next year I will be pursuing an associate's degree in education while dual-enrolling with my high school academics.
Looking ahead, I hope to attend a top college like Harvard, Shenandoah, or James Madison to study theater education, educational administration, or business management. My ultimate dream is to become the headmaster of a private school made for the fine arts. I know I have big dreams, but I will make it a reality!
Education
Skyline High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Majors of interest:
- Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
- Educational Administration and Supervision
- Business Administration, Management and Operations
Career
Dream career field:
Education
Dream career goals:
Headmaster of Private Institution For The Fine Arts
Junior Assistant Director
Warren County Junior Theater2024 – Present12 monthsSocial Media Influencer (Topic - Education Theory)
YouTube, TikTok, and Spotify2023 – Present1 yearSecretary of Director / Officer of Design
Nickens Professional Counseling2024 – Present12 monthsSummer Camp Instructor
Camp Rock Enon2024 – 2024
Sports
Fencing
Club2021 – 20232 years
Awards
- Master Swordsman
Arts
Skyline Drama
TheatreThe Show is Tommorrow Night?!, Mid-Day Show w/ Landen & Raven, Santa Clause?2022 – 2024Warren County Junior Theater
TheatreWilly Wonka Kids2024 – PresentXIV District Choir
Music2022 SAB District Choir, 2023 SAB District Choir, 2024 SAB District Choir2022 – 2024Hawks Choir
Music2019 Spring Concert, 2021 Fall Concert, 2021 Spring Concert, 2022 Fall Concert, 2022 Spring Concert, 2023 Fall Concert, 2023 Spring Concert2019 – PresentSelah Community Theater
TheatreThe Diviners2023 – Present
Public services
Volunteering
Scouts | Boy Scouts of America (SBSA) — Senior Patrol Leader / Founder of Troop2020 – Present
Future Interests
Advocacy
Politics
Volunteering
Entrepreneurship
Nabi Nicole Grant Memorial Scholarship
One of the most challenging periods in my life came during my 8th-grade year when I faced intense pressure and depression from balancing my academic and home responsibilities. The problems seemed exhausting, finding ways to break me down every single day. It came to where I found myself questioning whether I could maintain proper quality across all my problems. It was during this time that my faith became my new beginning and source of strength.
I haven't always believed that faith isn't just about attending church; I realized it's about maintaining a deep, personal connection with God and trusting in His guidance through life's challenges. During this time, I established a routine of starting each morning with prayer and reflection. These moments helped me find myself and gather clarity in chaos. I would often read of scriptures that spoke about perseverance and God's faithfulness, which reminded me that I wasn't facing these challenges alone.
The turning point came when I realized that my faith wasn't just about asking for strength but about trusting in God's plan for my life. This perspective helped me approach my responsibilities with a different purpose. Instead of seeing my commitments as burdens, I began viewing them as opportunities to grow the gifts God had given me. I learned to prioritize effectively and make decisions about how to organize my time and energy.
Through prayer and guidance, I developed strategies to manage my responsibilities more effectively. I started viewing my busy schedule not as an obstacle, but as a path God had set before me for growth and development. This mindset allowed me to approach each day with thanks rather than anxiety.
Looking back, I can see how this period strengthened not only my faith but also my character. I learned valuable lessons about strength, time management, and the importance of maintaining spiritual wellness alongside academic and life experiences. Most importantly, I discovered that faith isn't just a Sunday morning activity, but a force that can guide us through life's most troubling times.
This experience has changed how I see challenges today. Whenever I face difficult situations, I remember how my faith carried me through. How it allowed me to organize my life for greatness, It is a story I can often share with others who are struggling with challenges like me, reminding them that faith can be a powerful source of strength and guidance in their own lives.