Sponsor:
Valley Freedom Newspapers, Harlingen, Texas

Age, Grade:
14, Eighth Grade

School:
Resaca Middle School, Los Fresnos, Texas

Profile:

A true competitor, Mashad participates in spelling, writing, math and poetry recitation competitions through the University Interscholastic League. He is also a member of his school’s robotics team. Mashad’s Science Bowl team placed fourth at the Rio Grande Valley Regional competition after building and racing a hydrogen fuel cell car. He enjoys playing badminton and piano and is a member of the school’s cross-country team. Mashad admires the art and architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright and his career aspirations include architecture, engineering, journalism or international relations. Mashad participated in the 2010 Scripps National Spelling Bee.