As a public interest technology developer, I will improve access to the legal system for marginalized communities and ensuring that everyone can tell their own story. Whether I develop algorithms for courtroom foreign language translation, design AI models that simplify jargon for self-represented litigants, or improve case law database software for overworked public defenders, I will be pursuing equity and equality. And next time I celebrate in a courthouse, I will not be cheering competitive victory, but rather justice delivered – Medhya Goel

A term I learned in middle school, to be a servant leader is to put the needs of others before oneself and leading. At Eastlake that definition changed when I learned our school’s mantra: Wolf Strong Pack Strong - when we improve ourselves we as a community grow. As a fellow wolf, I try to serve others in my community and hope to inspire others to pay it forward. This would create a domino effect leading to a greater community. I want to take this talent with me to college and beyond to create a positive community wherever I go. As I walk the stage at my college graduation I want to be remembered as a servant leader and a contributing member of the community at the college I choose to attend – Ethan Kim

The experiences that I have faced in my life I would not consider regular to any day-to-day person. Although these experiences have also been the hardest part of my story, I wouldn't be where I am now without these obstacles. I strive to keep reaching my goal in the classroom for the people who have helped me get this far. This achievement is important to me because it shows me how well I overcome and grow from adversity in my education. I will always remember where I started and how I was able to get to where I am now – Hallie Sehlin

At the state competition when they announced Eastlake for first place 4A Pom, my jaw dropped, and I have never felt prouder of myself or my teammates. It assured me that taking on challenges, working hard, and never giving up all will pay off in the end, and those lessons still carry on through my life today – Natalie Nickels

My experience leading this non-profit Organization, HopeFest fostered a passion for service-driven work. Upon reflection of conversations with the people we have helped, I have come to understand the small differences in myself and the people that we serve. I realize that while I may not fix the homeless problem in Seattle, I might inspire hope in others and change the course of their future – Mackenzie Hunkins

New Deaths: 2514. Thousands of lives were being reduced to a statistic—every single day. And the only way to stop the massacre was to isolate each household from another. When the pandemic closed off our global community, I couldn’t remain a bystander. That’s why I joined the MIT-spinoff PathCheck, where I’ve spent over 500 hours developing digital tools to fight COVID-19 – Sheshank Shankar