Cailyn Hsu

Thayer embodies “work hard, play hard” so well, and that makes it really special. Going from a really difficult class to outside to play Spike Ball on the teardrop is the perfect balance.

I will study Entrepreneurship and Venture Management, and minor in Organizational Leadership. I hope to start a business that will support people with special needs, whether that's a new technology, community center, or school that will help the wonderful people in the special needs community. 

Peer Leadership Fellowship Honors with Ms. Carroll. The class itself was the most fabulous experience of my senior year, but it required us to use a different part of our brain than in most other academic classes, so that was a hard switch.

Going to Thayer has provided me with a strong foundation I’ll need for the future. Communication, leadership, and the will to work hard, are all attributes Thayer has helped me develop.

I Still Believe! It’s a beautiful story of hope, love, and relentless faith. 

My youngest sister Maren is the epitome of a strong and courageous person. Maren has leukemia, and has reminded me and many others that we can do hard things, and we are so lucky to be able to do everything we can.

Trick or Treating with Perfect Pals. I could talk about Perfect Pals all day long! Trick or Treating this past year had over 120 Thayer volunteers, and it was the most incredible and meaningful time to see my classmates show so much kindness to people who mean so much to me.

Mr. Brightside! My dad, sisters, and I always jam out to it in the car. 

I’ve never been doubted by anyone at Thayer. Every goal I’ve had, someone has helped me meet, no matter what it is. I want to run faster? My coach helped me with every workout. I want to make a certain grade? My teachers will be there for me.

Definitely TA Talks! It’s a newer tradition, but I love hearing everyone's stories. I also gave a TA Talk recently, and it was one of the best moments of high school! It was such a privilege to share a small part of my life with my classmates.