* Personal:
Age 17; daughter of Ken and Karen Orth of Haiku; enjoys windsurfing, surfing, salsa dancing, hiking, scuba diving, reading.
* At School:
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KRISTEN ORTH
Senior class president, National Honor Society, Key Club, Interact Club, MLB Action Team (a community service group affiliated with Major League Baseball, through a nomination by 1999 alumnus Shane Victorino), varsity soccer, varsity cross country and, through school or club programs, Relay For Life, Special Olympics, Maui County Special Fair Day, regular beach cleanups.
* Off Campus:
St. Rita's Church, book drive for children in Hana and on Lanai and Molokai, Hawaii Canines for Independence, Camp Imua.
* Beyond High School:
Plans to go to a college on the Mainland to study marine biology or environmental science.
* Who are your personal heroes and why?
"My personal heroes are my parents, who have worked hard to give me and my brother a great life - one full of opportunities. They have taught me important life and work ethics, and important values such as respect for myself and others, and the importance of being on time to any event. I admire and greatly appreciate the sacrifices that my mom and dad have made for me. My parents have invested much time and money to provide me with a wonderful and fulfilling life. They are the role models that I emulate; the kind of people that I strive to be. Thank you, Mom and Dad, for everything you have done, and continue to do for me."
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The students in this weekly feature are selected by officials at their respective high schools. "Student Spotlight" recognizes students of good character who are involved in school or community activities such as athletics, clubs, student government and volunteer work.
