Scholastic Superstar Nicholas DeMarco

May 16—School: Tunkhannock Area High School

Parents: Anne and Chris

DeMarco

Plans: Attend University of Notre Dame for mechanical or electrical engineering

From the school: "This student's most notable character quality is his enthusiastic perseverance to do good works in our community. In the classroom, this student is eager and enthusiastic. His work is polished and diligent and in-class discussions are lively due to his participation. He listens to his peers, includes all, appreciates teamwork but is also naturally confident and he will concisely and intelligently make a marked point about a subject. A talented musician, he prioritizes music alongside his science and AP classes and three sports. This student is remarkable in that he dedicates his time and talent to many areas and interests, and he attends fully and genuinely to any task he's taking on and any group he's working with. He never gives a half-hearted effort and he's totally engaged during every effort."

What accomplishments are you most proud of and why?

Hosting a free soccer clinic for the local youth league. I am proud of this accomplishment because it was very successful every time I did it and I could tell that all of the kids loved it.

What were your most rewarding school or community activities?

Soccer, this past year we won the District 2 AAA championship and it served as a perfect culmination to all my hard work in the sport.

Do you have any hobbies?

I like to play sports and I disc golf often. Being outside and playing poker with my friends.

What do you see yourself doing and where do you see yourself living in 15 years?

I hope to work for a major company like P&G, Boeing or GE, hopefully somewhere in the western United States.

Who do you most admire and why?

I admire my dad most because he has always served as a role model for me in the community and just doing everyday activities. He is a very hard worker and always is doing what is best for him and my family.

In a sentence, what is your philosophy of life?

Greet everyone you can, you never know when that person may need it.

Finish this sentence: The most interesting thing about me is ...

I have 4 holes-in-one (aces) in disc golf.

What advice do you have for younger students?

Take every class you can because you never know when one class will make you want to change your whole career choice.

What lessons have you learned from growing up in Northeast Pennsylvania?

The right people will be there for you when you need it, no matter how small the town.

— SARAH HOFIUS HALL

— SARAH HOFIUS HALL

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