Grace A.

Levatino
5609 Hero Drive ● Austin, TX 78735
[email protected] ● (512) 481-8887

EDUCATION

Aug 2016 – May 2020 Stephen F. Austin High School Austin, TX

AWARDS & DISTINCTIONS

9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Stephen F. Austin High School Academy of Global Studies
Endorsement, Recipient
• Interdisciplinary and advanced coursework based on
global issues
• Completion of over 120 hours of community service
• Completion of Capstone project
• Heifer International (9th) - simulation of global hunger
and poverty
• Costa Rica Learning Expedition (10th) – attended
EARTH University classes on waste management and
water purification, and worked with BriBri indigenous
and local fincas to address community needs
• New Mexico Learning Expedition (11th) – service
learning exchange with To’hajiilee Navajo, tour of
Acoma Sky Pueblo, and participant in Gathering of
Nations Pow Wow

9th, 10th, 11th Stephen F. Austin High School Trustees' Scholar Award,
Award Recipient
• Granted to students who maintain an A average during
that academic year

9th, 10th, 11th Stephen F. Austin High School Academic Honor Roll,
Award Recipient
• Granted to students who receive all A's during an
academic semester

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

11th, 12th Peer Assistance Leadership Program (PALS), Participant 3 hrs / 36wks / 2yrs
• Mentor program for "at risk" students at local
elementary and middle schools to provide a more
positive and productive school experience
• Traveled to campus twice a week to mentor two
students, building a relationship of trust with them
through games and other activities
• Completed 24 hours of service in local community:
Trail of Lights, Rosedale Ride, Zilker Elementary
Track and Field Day
10th, 11th, 12th Model United Nations, Delegate 5 hrs / 36wks / 3yrs
• Provided a platform to conduct extensive research on
pressing United Nation topics and debate United
Nation issues
• Participated each year in Model United Nations San
Antonio (MUNSA), a UIL Model UN conference
• Awarded Best Large Delegation at MUNSA 2018

12th Stephen F. Austin High School Campus Architect Team, 2 hrs / 9wks / 1yr
Student Member
• Participated with campus administrators, community
members, architects, and engineers to develop design
decisions for the architectural plan of Phase I of the
Stephen F. Austin High School modernization
• Attended monthly meetings and community meetings
regarding the 2017 bond program

11th, 12th National Honor Society, Member 1 hr / 36wks / 2yrs

• Selected for membership based on scholarship,
leadership, service, and character
• Participated in meetings and completed required
service hours on school campus

9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Leader 2 hrs / 18wks / 4yrs
• Faith-building group that allows students to share their
beliefs with eachother
• Planned and lead discussions for meetings

11th, 12th Hall of Honor Leadership Council, Member 2 hr / 24wks / 2yrs

• Committee responsible for planning the Stephen F.
Austin High School Hall of Honor ceremony, which
honors alumnae, staff, and students that occurs each
year on Dedication Day
• Presented awards to student Hall of Honor recipients
in front of the entire student body, faculty, alumnae,
and guests

11th, 12th Stephen F. Austin High School Student Council, Cabinet 1 hr / 36wks / 2yrs
Member
• Governing body of the high school that acts as an
advocate for the student body
• Selected as a member based on leadership, academics,
and community service
• Planned student wide events such as Homecoming and
clothing/food drives
• Conducted meetings for students to voice concerns as
part of Student Voice Committee
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Boy Scouts of America Venture Crew, Member 2 hrs / 12wks / 4yrs
• Co-ed youth and adult program to build leadership and
character through adventure-based activities
• Planned and prepared for high adventure camps and
completed necessary skills tests and certifications
• Attended Seabase Venture Camp, Florida Keys
(Summer 2017) and camped on the island for 4 days
among other Boy Scout troops
• Attended Northern Tier Venture Camp, Canada
(Summer 2018) and canoed over 60 miles in 4 days

9th, 10th, 11th, 12th St. John Nuemann Catholic Church, Member 1 hr / 52wks / 4yrs
• Lifetime member and participant in weekly church
services
• Active participant in Lifeteen Youth Group

9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Adventure Club, Charter Member/Leader 4 hrs / 12wks / 4yrs
• School organization based around outdoor adventures
in and around the Austin area with peers
• Planned and participated in adventure outings such as
overnight camping, hiking, and day trips

9th, 10th Stephen F. Austin High Girls Soccer, Team Member 9 hrs / 28wks / 2yrs
• Selected to play Varsity soccer as a sophomore prior to
being injured
• Participated in daily practices, two games per week,
and tournaments
• Awarded Academic All District (10th)
• District Champions (9th, 10th)
• Bi-District Champions (9th, 10th)
• Regional Quarterfinals (10th)

9th, 10th Lonestar Soccer Club, Team Member/Captain 8 hrs / 37wks / 2yrs
• Largest and most reputable club soccer organization in
Central Texas
• Selected to play at Premier League level of soccer,
advancing to the State Championship Tournament
(9th)
• Qualified for USC Champions League (9th)
• Selected as Team Captain by coach and peers (9th)
• Participated in biweekly practices, games, and
tournament play
COMMUNITY SERVICE

11th, 12th Girls Outside, Mentor 12 hours total

• Mentoring program designed to promote the outdoors
to young girls
• Accompanied Matthews Elementary School girls on
quarterly field trips and was assigned as a mentor to
specific students

11th, 12th Sharks Soccer Team, Coach 25 hours total

• Stephen F. Austin High School Soccer Team for Life
Skills students
• Volunteered to lead weekly practices and drills for
students, allowing them to get out of the classroom
• Interacted with the students and encouraged
camaraderie

10th, 11th Walk for the Water, Coordinator 25 hours total

• 3-mile walk and fundraiser benefitting the Gazelle
Foundation that simulates how individuals in Barundi,
Africa get their daily water
• Selected by the founder of the event to take over after
his graduation
• Solely organized and coordinated the entire event by
meeting with the Gazelle Foundation, instructing the
Academy of Global Studies freshman class on raising
money, working with the teacher sponsor, getting
donations, and organizing the actual event
• Successfully raised over $10,000 each year

9th St. John Neumann Catholic Church Vacation Bible School, 13 hours total
Volunteer/Mentor
• Summer bible camp for kids in Pre-K through 4th
grade
• Responsible for accompanying the Pre-K class
throughout the day with activities such as singing,
crafts, outdoor activities, and bible study

INTERNSHIPS, EMPLOYMENT & SUMMER ACTIVITIES

12th Sail Caribbean, Crew Member 40 hrs / 3wks / 1yr

• Sailing camp in the British Virgin Islands that teaches
campers to sail and scuba dive, as well as building
leadership and teamwork skills while living on a boat
for 21 days
• Completion of Marine Biology Seminar Course, Level
I Sailing Curriculum, and PADI Scuba Diving
Certification
• Participated in 4.5 hours of community service to help
the local community of the British Virgin Islands to
clean up their beaches
11th Lucy's Fried Chicken, Hostess 10 hrs / 16wks / 1yr
• Greeted and seated all customers, helped to manage
the tables for servers, and helped in general
maintenance of the restaurant

9th, 12th Circus Picnic, Personal Assistant 3 hrs / 12wks / 2yrs

• Assisted owners with their startup business by
organizing, filing, and running errands

10th, 11th Maine Root Soda Company, Server/Cashier 12 hrs / 2wks / 2yrs
• Worked in the beverage kiosk for Austin City Limits
weekends

11th, 12th Babysitting 4 hrs / 24wks / 2yrs

• Cared for children of various ages for neighbors and
friends