Sponsor:
Omaha World-Herald, Omaha, Nebraska

Age, Grade:
14, Eighth Grade

School:
Beveridge Magnet Middle School, Omaha, Nebraska

Profile:
Alexis plays piano, trumpet, and cello in her school's music program. She has also participated in several of her school's theatrical productions. An animal lover, Alexis admires Jane Goodall and collects giraffes. She hopes to add to her giraffe collection during her visit to Washington, D.C. Her favorite food is sushi, and she aspires to be an author and chef.