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Gabriella Morales

@gabriellamorales

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Organized individual eager to develop skills and gain experience.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to grow, contribute, and make a positive impact in my community.

As a recent graduate of Oak Park and River Forest High School, I am an organized and active individual looking to develop my interpersonal skills and gain valuable experience in the workforce. My dedication to personal growth is evident through my participation in various extracurricular activities and volunteer services.

Throughout my high school years, I have been involved in the Future Philanthropist Program, where I was selected to learn about philanthropy and engage with local business leaders. Additionally, I have been a committed athlete, competing in gymnastics and diving, which has taught me the importance of teamwork and perseverance. My role as committee chair for the Sarah’s Inn Youth Committee has further strengthened my leadership skills as I focus on preventative education surrounding critical social issues.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

OPRF Diving

Oak Park and River Forest High School

Aug 2021 - Nov 2024 (3 years 3 months)

Two year varsity member of OPRF Diving, recurring yearly from August to November. This role involved consistent practice and participation in competitive diving events.

Varsity Sports Athletic Performance Training

Youth Committee Chair

Sarah's Inn

Dec 2022 - May 2024 (1 year 5 months)

Committee chair of a local domestic violence agency's youth group focused on preventative education surrounding sexual violence and unhealthy relationships. Led initiatives to raise awareness and provide educational resources to peers.

Sexual Violence Awareness Relationship Education

Future Philanthropist Program

Oak Park and River Forest High School

Aug 2022 - May 2024 (1 year 9 months)

Selected along with thirty high school juniors to participate in a two-year program to learn and be mentored about the pillars of philanthropy by members of the Oak Park and River Forest business community. This program focused on developing an understanding of philanthropic principles and community engagement.

Philanthropy Mentorship Community Engagement Program Participation Business Acumen

OPRF Gymnastics

Oak Park and River Forest High School

Nov 2020 - Mar 2024 (3 years 4 months)

Team member and active competitor for the 2022, 2023, and 2024 regional and sectional postseason. Committed to training for competition 12 months a year for over a decade.

Gymnastics Athletic Training Teamwork

Marathon Volunteer

Chicago Marathon

Oct 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year)

Worked with members of the OPRF Swim and Dive team to set up water stations and hand out water to marathon runners. This involved logistical coordination and direct support to participants.

Logistics Team Collaboration

Book Drive Organizer

Open Books

Nov 2022 - Dec 2022 (1 month)

As a part of the Civics course at OPRF, I marketed a book drive in my community and collected book donations from parties who responded to my advertisements. Personally donated two hundred and twenty books to Open Books' Pilsen location.

Event Marketing Community Outreach Civics Project Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Oak Park and River Forest High School

High School Diploma, General Studies

Activities and societies: Future Philanthropist Program (August 2022 - May 2024), OPRF Gymnastics (November 2020 - March 2024), OPRF Diving (August 2021 - November 2024), Sarah’s Inn Youth Committee (December 2022 - May 2024), Book Drive Organizer (November - December 2022), Chicago Marathon Volunteer (October 2022, October 2023)

Recent graduate of Oak Park and River Forest High School. Focused on developing interpersonal skills and gaining experience in the workforce.