Sponsor:
Washington Daily News, Washington, North Carolina

Age, Grade:
15, Eighth Grade

School:
Hope Middle School, Greenville, North Carolina

Profile:

Mayee takes delight in trying new things, such as eating sashimi and learning Mandarin Chinese. Her adventurous spirit led her to train in Tae Kwon Do, and her academy named her its 2008 "Student of the Year." She also runs in order to become a better soccer player. When not studying, Mayee can be found breaking out in spontaneous singing and dance moves. Mayee participated in the 2006 and 2008 national finals.