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Portrait of Sayla Morrisey

Honor Society® member

Sayla Morrisey

  • graphic design
  • Class of 2026
  • Portsmouth, Virginia

Member since August 2025

About

My name is Sayla Morrisey, and I am a high school senior with a strong academic record and a passion for creativity and entrepreneurship. I plan to attend Old Dominion University to major in graphic design, where I can continue developing my creative skills and turn them into a career.

Throughout high school, I have maintained Honor Roll status while balancing work and personal responsibilities. I am also a licensed nail technician, which has allowed me to gain real-world experience in client management, professionalism, and building my own services.

In addition, I participated in a Youth Entrepreneurship Program where I completed an internship in a professional salon setting. This experience helped me develop skills in business operations, communication, and organization. I have also applied my creativity through graphic design by creating materials such as business flyers and client care cards.

I am motivated, responsible, and focused on continuing my education while building a future that combines creativity and business. I strive to use my skills to create positive experiences for others and continue growing both personally and professionally.

Education

  • old dominion university

    graphic design

    2026 – Present

Honors and awards

  • honor roll

    Maintained consistent academic performance with strong grades throughout high school grades 9-12.

  • national english honor society

    Inducted 2025. Selected based on academic achievement in English and commitment to maintaining strong performance in coursework through my high school.

  • national society of high school scholars

    Inducted 2025. Recognized for academic excellence and invited to join a national organization for high-achieving students.

  • cte certification

    Earned professional certification through a Career and Technical Education program, demonstrating technical skill, professionalism, and completion of required training.

Goals and interests

Career goal

Graphic Designer / Creative Entrepreneur (Beauty & Design Industry)

Graduate school interests

Possibly interested in pursuing graduate studies related to graphic design or business

Outside the classroom

Nail Art & Beauty Services
Graphic Design & Digital Creativity
Content Creation (Photos/Editing for Nail Work)
Listening to Music
Social Media Content Creation

Experience

  • hostess

    Cracker Barrel

    Apr 2026

  • sales associate

    Ross Stores

    Nov 2025 – Mar 2026

  • Independent Nail Technician

    Self-Employed

    Jun 2025 – Apr 2026

  • Crew Member

    Wendy’s

    Nov 2023 – May 2025

Languages

  • English (US) Fluent

Additional information