Hello, my
name is Savanna. I am 15 years old (16 in April), and will be in 11th
grade in the fall semester. I would have to describe myself as funny, outgoing,
and caring. I love having fun, just like everyone else, but I also know when to
work. I would say that I am outspoken. I never can resist a good debate. Some
people say that I am an over-achiever, but I just like to do well. I am an
advocate for breaking the stereotype, and I am athletic. This year I am applying
for the Italian exchange.
Living in
good ol’
If I were
selected to participate in the exchange, I would be hosting. Since this is the
case, I’m sure that you’d probably like to know a bit about my family and my
home life. My mother’s name is Heidi. She is my rock. We’re honestly best
friends, and without her, well…. I wouldn’t be here! (Ha! ha! ha!) My
father’s name is James, but everyone calls him Adam. Then, there’s my
brother, Jacob. He’s 3 years old. He’s my little man, I love him so much.
He’s very outgoing, like myself, and is very interested in other people.
My house
is the perfect size for my family. It has three bedrooms, but unfortunately,
only one bathroom. This usually not a problem though. If I were selected, my
Italian exchange student would have my room. We live about ½ miles from the
river. We have a pavilion on a nice river lot, but I never use it because I hate
swimming in the river. My mom does smoke, but she usually smokes outside because
my father, brother, and I all have asthma. So if smoking is necessary, it is
allowed.
I have
many interests, including soccer, band and best of all friends. One of my
favorite things to do is get out on a field and play soccer. This is definitely
my sport. I play soccer for Hampshire’s Varsity team as a starter, in the
central defense position. I’ve been playing for about 6 years now, and all of
my close friends play, too. Our team is struggling, but we never lose at having
a great time.
Band is
another huge part of my life. I’ve been playing the flute for about 7 years.
This is my baby. I feel free when I play, and it just puts me in a totally
relaxed mood. This may seem odd, but this is something that I feel is timeless.
Making music is something that I treasure. I’ve worked very hard to accomplish
all that I have. I sit first chair in Hampshire’s band, and I try to do all of
the “extra” band stuff as well. I’ve went to All-State Band Competition,
Region 9 Honor Band, Solo & Ensemble, and I play in the Potomac State
College band.
In
school, I always try my hardest. I keep a 4.0 GPA, average, and I hope to go to
college and medical school to become an anesthesiologist. I also took 2 years of
German, and hope to take at least two more years before graduating.
Friends,
friends, friends! I love all of my friends so much. I have three very best
friends, Tyler (Ler), James (Tarzan), and Brady (Beans). They call me Tater.
Together we call ourselves the Fantastic Four. We do everything together.
Brady,
out of all of them, is my “bestest” best friend. I love her so much. We’re
together nearly every day, and have more fun together than any two people I
know. She is so funny, and always knows how to cheer me up. I don’t know what
I’d do without her.
In
general, I have friends of all types. I love to make people laugh. Sometimes I
may be a bit of a clown, but it’s all for a good time.
Being a
part of this program would be such an honor. I would do all I could to learn,
and make new friends, as well as teach the Italians about our culture. However,
I do have one fear. That is, how will I pay for this trip? That’s why I have
decided to apply for the scholarship.
Though I
had only met Kaitlyn a few times, I could tell that she was a loving, genuine
person. She seemed to light up the room, even if she wasn’t talking to you. I
have to say, she was one of the nicest people I have ever met.
My
father, Adam who works at B.W. Smith Well Drilling, is the hardest working
person I know. Though we don’t have a ton of money, he does his best to
provide for our family. Going to