Senior Spotlight: Ava Kardynal
A 4.0 student at Lutheran North, Ava Kardynal earned a 1390 on the SAT. Her future plans include attending Michigan State University and studying Linguistics. She attended Peace Shelby for grade school and St. Mary of the Hills is her home congregation.
When asked Who influenced you the most in your academic career, Ava answered:
My second and fourth grade teacher, Mrs. Trinklein, influenced me most in my academic career. She always challenged me academically and is just a cool person to be around. She always modeled self-confidence for my class, and she made an effort to connect with all of us.
Parents:
Douglas and Tracy Kardynal
Home Congregation:
St. Mary of the Hills
Grade School:
Peace Shelby
SAT:
1390
SPECIAL AWARDS AND HONORS:
National Honor Society member, first chair clarinet in school band for three years, and student director of the school musical.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
Participated in the Theatre program at school for all four years, volunteered at Vacation Bible School at Peace Shelby, and volunteered at Camp Invention (STEM) at Peace Shelby.
SCHOOL INVOLVEMENT:
Band, Art Club, EXAMPLE, National Honor Society, Ski Club, Theatre, Track & Field, & Writing Club
College Plans:
Michigan State University, Linguistics
WHAT MADE YOUR LUTHERAN NORTH EXPERIENCE SPECIAL?
The teachers and community here at LHN really made my experience at North special. I feel really comfortable here and I feel like I’m truly getting a good education that will prepare me for the future.
WHAT ADVICE DO YOU HAVE FOR FUTURE MUSTANGS?
I would tell future mustangs to put themselves out there and get involved. I would also say to ask questions and pay attention in class. I would also encourage them to not be so scared, and to know that high school is a lot more fun than grade school :) also, make the most of high school while you still can!
WHICH TEACHER OR STAFF MEMBER AT LUTHERAN NORTH MADE A NOTABLY POSITIVE IMPACT ON YOU?
Mrs. Mandziara made a notable positive impact on me because she helped me learn to love learning, especially science. She is so passionate about teaching and how science reflects creation. She also has such a comforting presence, and many students consider her their “school mom.”
i want the community to know lutheran north is . . .
I want the community to know that LHN is a safe place that truly cares about its students. It’s a really great environment to grow up in and I’m really glad I ended up here rather than some other high school.
What is the #1 skill you are taking away from your experience at Lutheran North?
I learned to be assertive and speak my mind without being a pushover.