Tyler Pech: Notre Dame Regional High School valedictorian

Parents' names: Jerry and Lori Pech

What extracurricular activities were you involved in? Can you tell us a little bit about your experiences?

Cross country, track, robotics, various clubs, NHS (National Honor Society), Spanish Honors Society, Peer Helpers, Service Oppurtunities, religious retreat leader. They allowed me to not only forge new friendships but also grow in love and serve the community

Who is your role model, and why?

Dr. Ben Carson; he is an exemplary model of faith and love. He is everything I think society should aspire to be.

What is your favorite high-school memory?

Receiving the Eucharist from a fellow classmate (a role model and cherished friend of mine) on the Kairos religious retreat.

What are your plans after graduation? Where do you plan to attend school, and have you decided your major? If so, tell us why you chose that path:

I have enrolled at Vanderbilt University as a potential biomedical engineer and pre-med student. This is not set in stone, but whatever I choose to do, I hope it will make a difference and fulfill God's plan for me.

What advice would you give to incoming freshmen?

Work hard and cherish the moments where you see love around you, then draw on those moments as you strive to spread that love through your own leadership.

In just three words, describe your high-school experience: Loving, memorable, family.