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Hi, I’m Ella, and I’m in 7th grade.

I’m interested in Teen Press because it gives you amazing opportunities to be inspired by amazing people around you. This is my second time being in Teen Press and so far I have learned that everyone has a story. I kind of knew this before but it never really sunk in. Now being in Teen Press for the second time I am reminded of that. Every person you see, on the street, in a car, or at a restaurant, has a story-- and most of the time that story is really interesting. Sometimes, it might even be inspiring.

If I could visit (interview) with anyone, I would visit with Malala Yousafzai. Her stories are so inspiring and it amazes me how English is her second language. She resisted the Taliban verbally since she was 11 and is now building schools for children all over the world.

Outside of school, I really enjoy volleyball, sailing, and music. I have recently learned how to play guitar and I also play piano and ukulele. I love to travel and explore other cultures all over the world. Teen Press is a perfect way for me to learn and explore new stories in Santa Barbara, and from it I can now explore and learn even deeper. I hope that by the end of Teen Press I can walk up to someone I don’t know and have a way to have a deep meaningful conversation. Team 26 taught me confidence, and now in Team 30 I can work even harder.

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Sue