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Portrait of Caroline Pearcy

Honor Society® member

Caroline Pearcy

  • USA

Member since September 2026

About

I am a senior at Riverside High School, where I maintain a 4.0 GPA while taking honors and dual-enrollment college courses. I stay busy with student leadership, athletics, community service, and working part-time jobs. I am exploring careers in healthcare, law, and public service, with the goal of continuing my education and finding a career where I can help others and make a meaningful difference. I am working hard to earn scholarships, become financially independent, and build a future that makes my family proud.

Education

  • Decatur County Riverside High School

    2023 – Present

Honors and awards

  • 4.0 GPA / Academic Excellence

    Maintained a 4.0 GPA and 98.689 academic average while completing honors and dual-enrollment college courses.

  • ACT Superscore – 29

    Earned an ACT superscore of 29

  • Chemistry II Award

    Recognized for outstanding academic achievement and performance in Chemistry II.

  • Freshman Beta Mu Essay Competition Winner

    Won a high school essay competition during my freshman year, demonstrating strong writing and communication skills.

  • Top 10 Reader Award

    Recognized yearly for being among the school's top readers.

  • Algebra II Math Competition Participant

    Selected to participate in an Algebra II mathematics competition during my junior year.

  • UDA All-American – Junior Year

    Earned All-American recognition from the Universal Dance Association for outstanding dance performance and technical ability.

  • UDA All-American – Senior Year

    Received UDA All-American recognition for a second consecutive year, demonstrating continued excellence in competitive dance.

  • NCA All-American – Freshman Year

    Earned National Cheerleaders Association All-American recognition for cheerleading performance and skills.

  • DTU State Dance Champion

    Member of the Riverside High School Dance Team that won the Dance Team Union State Championship during my junior year.

  • UDA Nationals – 3rd Place, Hip Hop

    Earned third place nationally in Hip Hop with the Riverside High School Dance Team at UDA Nationals in Orlando, Florida.

  • UDA Nationals – 5th Place, Jazz

    Earned fifth place nationally in Jazz while competing with the Riverside High School Dance Team at UDA Nationals.

  • FCCLA State Competition – Gold Score, 2nd Place (Freshman)

    Earned a Gold Score and second-place finish at the Tennessee FCCLA State Competition during my freshman year.

  • FCCLA State Competition – Gold Score, 3rd Place (Sophomore)

    Received a Gold Score and third-place finish at the Tennessee FCCLA State Competition during my sophomore year.

  • FCCLA State Competition – Gold Score, 2nd Place (Junior)

    Earned a Gold Score and second-place finish at the Tennessee FCCLA State Competition during my junior year.

  • Student Council President – 3 Years

    Elected to serve as Student Council President for three consecutive years, representing students and helping lead school activities and initiatives.

  • Student Council Vice President – 1 Year

    Served as Vice President before becoming President, gaining experience in student leadership and school involvement.

  • FCCLA Officer – 3 Years

    Selected to serve as an FCCLA officer for three years, supporting leadership development, competitive events, and service activities.

  • Decatur County Youth Leadership Participant

    Selected to participate in a countywide leadership program focused on civic engagement, local government, businesses, and community development.

  • Founding Member – Decatur County Youth Government

    Helped establish a youth government initiative that encourages civic participation, leadership, and understanding of local government.

  • UT Extension Health Rocks! Ambassador

    Served as a youth ambassador promoting healthy choices, positive decision-making, and prevention education.

  • Riverside High School THRIVE Ambassador

    Selected to promote healthy lifestyles, positive peer influence, and responsible decision-making among students.

  • Beta Club Grade Representative – 2 Years

    Represented my grade in Beta Club, supporting academic excellence, leadership, character, and service.

  • 4-H Teen Leader – 2 Years

    Served as a teen leader at junior high 4-H camp, mentoring younger students and helping lead activities.

Goals and interests

Career goal

My career goal is to pursue higher education and build a meaningful career in healthcare, law, or public service. I am especially interested in opportunities that combine science, leadership, advocacy, and helping others. Although I am still exploring my specific career path, I plan to earn a college degree, pursue graduate or professional education, and establish a career where I can make a positive difference in people's lives and give back to my community.

Graduate school interests

I am interested in pursuing graduate or professional education in healthcare, medicine, optometry, or law. I enjoy science, leadership, and working with people, and I want to explore opportunities that allow me to combine these interests. Although I have not decided on a specific path, I hope to continue my education beyond a bachelor's degree and pursue a profession where I can serve others, make a meaningful difference, and contribute to my community.

Outside the classroom

Outside the classroom, I stay busy with leadership, athletics, community service, and working multiple jobs. I serve as Student Council President, an FCCLA officer, and a founding member of Decatur County Youth Government. I am also involved in 4-H, Decatur County Youth Leadership, and the Decatur County Recycling Coalition. As a member of Riverside High School's competitive dance team, I have earned UDA All-American honors twice and competed nationally. I enjoy volunteering with UT Extension, mentoring younger students, coaching youth cheerleading, and participating in activities through my church. I also create and manage social media content for several school organizations. These experiences have taught me responsibility, time management, teamwork, and the importance of giving back to my community.

Experience

  • Tutor

    Decatur County Board of Education

    Sep 2026 – Present

  • Cleaner/Custodial

    Total Vision

    Aug 2026 – Present

  • Food Service, Customer Service & Cashier

    Dairy Bar (seasonal work- open in spring/summer)

    Mar 2026 – Sep 2026

  • Intern/Assistant

    Decatur County UT Extension

    Jun 2025 – Present

  • Assistant

    Tennessee American Job Center

    Jun 2024 – Sep 2025

Volunteering

  • Coached a youth league cheer team, providing encouragement, instruction, mentorship, and positive leadership to younger athletes.

    Decatur County Riverside High School Dance

    Nov 2025 – Present

  • Participate regularly in community-centered activities through Decatur County UT Extension and 4-H.

    Decatur County UT Extension

    May 2024 – Present

  • Consistently worked concessions at Little League baseball and basketball games for 3 years, supporting local youth athletics and community events.

    Decatur County Jr. Pro Basketball / Baseball Leagues

    Feb 2024 – Present

  • Pack / Organize food for distribution

    2nd Harvest Food Bank

    May 2023 – Present

  • Community events throughout my community

    Decatur County Government

    May 2022 – Present

Languages

  • English (US)