WE'RE BACK FOR SEASON TWO!

In this episode of Somos Sunnyside, we kick off the new school year with a special guest, Ella Buckner, a senior at Sunnyside High School. 

Ella shares her journey, starting from her early years in Southern California to moving to Tucson, where she attended Apollo Middle School and eventually Sunnyside High School. She speaks about the sense of community and belonging that has shaped her experience in Tucson, emphasizing the strong connections she has formed with her teachers and peers.

This summer Ella was selected as a Delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders and she discusses how she was invited to the congress through College Board and the immense honor she felt being recognized as one of the top students in the country. During the congress, Ella quickly found confidence as she connected with like-minded peers and listened to inspiring talks from top medical professionals, researchers, and even teenage medical prodigies.

Ella discusses her passion for pursuing a career in forensic science, her top choice of Brown University, and the pivotal moments that shaped her journey in becoming a successful student. She gives credit to Ms. Paz from Apollo Middle School for inspiring her to excel in every subject and Mrs. Najar at Sunnyside High School for mentoring her with the resources and self-discipline necessary for success. Tune in to hear how Ella is charting her path to becoming a future leader in the Sunnyside community and beyond!