During the two consecutive years Liliana was enrolled in Nurturing Hearts, she was very attentive and engaged and shared with me that she was eager to take what she had learned from Nurturing Hearts into the real world -such as thinking positive about herself, her future and never giving up on her dreams.
Liliana embodies that mindset, and I am confident, through watching her blossom these past few years, that she is on her way to seeing her dreams manifest and more. Since Nurturing Hearts, academically Liliana has consistently achieved honor roll status and is a member of the National Honor Society. Liliana is also involved in extracurricular and self-improvement activities such as Skills USA, Talent Search, and Spirit Club.
Liliana also has a passion for helping others and cares deeply about the betterment of her community. This is evident through her volunteer service at Mercyhurst University, the Erie Zoo and volunteering and job shadowing at her local dentist office. Furthermore, what is really impressive about this bright young lady is she has not wavered in her goals and has set her mind and spirit into bringing them all into fruition and begins next fall pursuing her doctoral degree in Forensic Anthropology at Mercyhurst University.