Laine Hooper 2020 Scholar, Mercer Island High School
"The disabled community is a place of extreme diversity, innovation, and flexibility. Made up of people of different abilities, ages, and backgrounds, it includes disabled individuals, medical staff, advocates, family members, caregivers, and friends. I have watched the entire community join together in order to overcome barriers and create greater opportunities and happiness."
Update: Will attend Case Western University
High School Activities and Volunteer Work:
- Caregiver to disabled individual
- Side-rider at Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center
- Vision Loss Connections Sighted Guide
- Volunteer, Outdoors for All
- 2019-20 MIHS Water Polo Team Captain