Hi! I’m Sydney Lay, a student graduating in 2026 from Lakeside School in Seattle, Washington. I am passionate about pursuing a career in healthcare. I’m drawn to the field because it allows me to combine science, compassion, and service in a way that directly improves people’s lives. I’m especially interested in preventative care and patient education, particularly in areas like nutrition and community health. My goal is to build a career that allows me to advocate for others while providing thoughtful, culturally aware care. Outside of school, I value both creativity and physical wellness. I enjoy crocheting and knitting. I also love hiking in the Pacific Northwest and going to the gym to weightlift. I value leadership, independence, and resilience, and I am always looking for opportunities to grow both intellectually and personally. As I prepare for college, I am excited to continue challenging myself, expanding my knowledge, and developing the skills needed to make a meaningful impact in healthcare and in my community.

• Cashier

  Supermarkets · Family Business

  Jan 2023 – Present

• Advocacy
• Volunteering

• Weightlifting

  Intramural

  2024 – Present

• Conducting laboratory experiments, preparing and analyzing samples, and interpreting data to investigate biochemical processes.

  Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology

  2025 – 2025

• Student

  Lakeside High School · Ceramics

  2022 – Present

• Organizing community events while helping create a safe, supportive environment for participants.

  Volunteering · Jefferson Park Community Center

  2023 – Present

• Providing one-on-one academic support to students of color.

  Volunteering · Canopy Scholars

  2026 – Present

• Assisting with organizing donations, packing grocery bags, and supporting food distribution to serve local families in need.

  Volunteering · Rainier Valley Food Bank

  2022 – Present