Stellar student: Manitowoc Lincoln's Sabrina Luedtke

Name: Sabrina Luedtke

Parents' names: Patrick and Tammy Luedtke

School: Lincoln High School

Year in school: Senior

GPA: 3.8

What extracurricular activities have you been involved with during high school? Yearbook Committee, volleyball, softball, math team, manage boys basketball, manage wrestling, Student Senate, WEB leader, Link Crew, Student Athletic Council, Lakeshore Storm Volleyball, prom court, homecoming court, National Honor Society, Manitowoc Rotary Club, Umpire Youth Recreational Softball, Future Business Leaders of America, waitress at The Galley restaurant and Lifeteen.

What is one academic accomplishment about which you feel particularly good? I am content with my ability to keep a particularly high GPA while continuing to take accelerated courses — especially advancing two years ahead of the level of math the average student accomplishes.

Which class or extracurricular activity influenced your decision regarding the career you plan to pursue? My past softball coach, Robert Noe, has influenced my future plans. Coach Noe's neighbors are currently working in medical and pharmaceutical sales. I am determined to job shadow and learn about their companies before I go to college.

What advice do you have for those just starting their high school career? Get involved! By getting involved not only do you stay busy, but you also learn a lot of life concepts and meet an incredible amount of people. High school goes fast; do not miss all the different opportunities.

What are your plans after high school? After high school I plan to major in business with a concentration in marketing. I also wish to double minor in nursing and engineering. I will be attending Edgewood College in the fall to start my undergraduate degree. Additionally, I will play on the softball team at Edgewood College.

What would you like to be doing 10 years from now? I would like to have a stable career in medical sales. I also hope to continue my hobbies such as volleyball, softball and photography, as well as to start a family in a beautiful home.

Teacher recommendation: What makes this student stellar? "Sabrina is a student in my written communication English class. Her work ethic and drive demonstrate her commitment to learning. She not only excels academically; her positive outlook and compassionate nature make her a role model for all. Sabrina is an exceptional person." — Peggy Bolle, English teacher