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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 School
2024 - 2028

Miscellaneous

  • 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
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Education

    • Dream career goals:

      Headmaster of Private Institution For The Fine Arts

    • Junior Assistant Director

      Warren County Junior Theater
      2024 – Present12 months
    • Social Media Influencer (Topic - Education Theory)

      YouTube, TikTok, and Spotify
      2023 – Present1 year
    • Secretary of Director / Officer of Design

      Nickens Professional Counseling
      2024 – Present12 months
    • Summer Camp Instructor

      Camp Rock Enon
      2024 – 2024

    Sports

    Fencing

    Club
    2021 – 20232 years

    Awards

    • Master Swordsman

    Arts

    • Skyline Drama

      Theatre
      The Show is Tommorrow Night?!, Mid-Day Show w/ Landen & Raven, Santa Clause?
      2022 – 2024
    • Warren County Junior Theater

      Theatre
      Willy Wonka Kids
      2024 – Present
    • XIV District Choir

      Music
      2022 SAB District Choir, 2023 SAB District Choir, 2024 SAB District Choir
      2022 – 2024
    • Hawks Choir

      Music
      2019 Spring Concert, 2021 Fall Concert, 2021 Spring Concert, 2022 Fall Concert, 2022 Spring Concert, 2023 Fall Concert, 2023 Spring Concert
      2019 – Present
    • Selah Community Theater

      Theatre
      The Diviners
      2023 – Present

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Scouts | Boy Scouts of America (SBSA) — Senior Patrol Leader / Founder of Troop
      2020 – 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.