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17, Senior at Saint James School
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Saint James Peer Leader
2018 Boys State Delegate
University of Alabama Capstone Leadership Academy
quotable
“It’s not over ‘til it’s over.”
his story
Sam is a member of Saint James’s varsity tennis team, and cred-
its the sport with inspiring him. He explained, “Tennis serves
as an inspiration since I’ve learned many lessons from it. I’ve
learned to think outside the box to win points, which improved
my creativity. I’ve learned to never give up no matter how hard
something is.” Outside of tennis, he has a role in several differ-
ent organizations at STJ, including Mu Alpha Theta, the peer
leader program, and Art Honor Society. In addition, he serves
as treasurer of the National Honor Society. Sam appreciates
the learning environment STJ provides, and shared, “I like the
variety of courses and activities that are offered. I also like the
opportunity to participate in things such as Youth Judicial.”
As a result of his hard work and academic success, Sam was
nominated and chosen to attend The University of Alabama’s
Capstone Leadership Academy- a selective leadership event for
high schoolers held on UA’s campus each spring.
what’s next
Sam remarked, “I have wanted to be a doctor for as long as I
can remember. In 6th grade science, I became interested in
neurosurgery, and have wanted to do that since then. My plans
are to attend medical school after college.” During college, Sam
hopes to study abroad in Europe.
sam prickett
Montgomery, AL
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Sam is proud of the support he receives from his family.
parents’ perspective
Michael and Melissa admire Sam’s “character, integrity, determi-
nation, work ethic, and passion for serving others.” Melissa added,
“He is disciplined and has achieved all the goals he has set. He is
well-rounded, honest, and witty.”
parent-to-parent
“No parent is perfect, but be the best you can be. Help
them find what they are interested in, provide them with
different opportunities, and support them in all they
do. Teach them the importance of being kind, serving others, and
working hard.”
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