Nomination Statement
Tejasvi Gottipati, daughter of Phanendra and Punnaga Gottipati of Townsend, is ranked first in her class with a 4.625 cumulative grade point average. She is an active leader in both school and community activities. Her dedication to the Girls Scout organization culminated in a project that aimed to raise awareness about skin cancer prevention. By creating and distributing sun safety brochures and presentations to students in grades 3-12 both in Delaware and India, Tejasvi demonstrated her ability to engage with diverse communities and address important health issues on a global scale. Tejasvi will attend Columbia University in the fall.
“I'm deeply thankful for the support and encouragement from my teachers, friends, and family. My teachers nurtured my growth, inspiring me academically and personally. Their dedication fueled my ambition and inspired me to aim high. My friends have been my cheerleaders, celebrating my successes and lifting me up during setbacks. To my parents and brother, your unwavering belief, sacrifices, and encouragement are my foundation. I am forever grateful for your love and support.”
