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2025 Award of Excellence: Alina Hong, North High School

Alina Hong

Award of Excellence Characteristic: Achievement, Community, Integrity, Resilience

Mentor: Centrell Green

Nominated By: Kate Liden

Parent/Guardian: Lovell Lee and Natonna McKinley

Schools Attended: Bruce Vento Elementary , Washington Technology Magnet , North High School, Park Center, InterLake High (Bellevue WA) , King C Leon High (Tampa FL)

High School Experience: I believe it has been a chaotic experience, but a good one as well I am a student who faced challenges and succeeded them all and with that those experiences have shaped me into the person I am today and will continue to benefit me in the long run.

Future Plans: I plan to work then later on make the decision to further my education, hopefully in a field where I believe fulfills my mission in helping others .