Contact me
phia.calvo1308@gmail.com
linkedin.com/in/sophiacalvo
Achievements
The Mount Vernon Mindset Award, 2023 & 2024
Academic Honor Roll, 2023, 2024, & 2025 (2026 pending)
Published Author, 2026
Skills
Leadership
Design Thinking
Public Speaking
Education
The Mount Vernon School
Innovation Diploma Program
Weighted GPA 4.66
Top 10% of Class
Europa International School
Study Abroad — Sevilla, Spain
Sophia Calvo
Atlanta, GA
About me
I am a student in the Class of 2027 at The Mount Vernon School, where I thrive on connecting with new people and leading innovation initiatives. Through my experiences, I strive to make a positive impact. I bring talent, curiosity, creativity, and impact.
Leadership
Author of Clara and her Ds & Bs, a children's illustration book on being diagnosed with dyslexia, 2026 (available on Amazon)
As a Dyslexia Dash volunteer, presented my children's book at a 5k race focused on dyslexia awareness, 2025
International Dyslexia Association Teen Board, Member, 2025 & 2026 — spoke on panel at International Dyslexia Conference, 2025
Innovation Diploma Leadership Team, 2025 & 2026
Innovation Diploma Leadership Team President, 2026 & 2027
Chick-fil-A Leader Academy, Student, 2025 & 2026
CPR For The Earth, Inc. — Chief Operating Officer (all-student non-profit), 2025 & 2026
Mount Vernon Prefect committees: Spiritual Life, Ambassador, Student Life, and Community Outreach
Worship leader, Buckhead Church, 2025 & 2026
Highlighted in three publications on innovation and leadership, 2025 & 2026
Guest Speaker on Teen Talk Podcast, 2025
Work experience
Internship with Neuroplasticity Alliance, 2025
Internship with Dr. Paul McCluskey, Plastic Surgery, 2025
Chemistry Teacher's Assistant, Molecular Gastronomy, 2026
Village Burger, Cashier, 2024, 2025, & 2026
Program Leadership & Team Head Coach, North Youth Organization, Little League Cheer, Seniors Team, 2025 & 2026
Private Cheerleading Coach, 2025 & 2026
Athletics
Varsity Competitive Cheer, 2023 & 2024
Varsity Sideline Cheer, 2024 & 2025 — MVP 2025 & 2026
Varsity Swim and Dive, 2024, 2025, & 2026
Varsity Gymnastics, 2023, 2024, 2025, & 2026
JV Sideline Cheer, 2023
Clubs
National Honor Society, Member, 2025 & 2026
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) Club, 2024 & 2025
Young Life Club, 2023, 2024, 2025, & 2026
Fellowship for Christian Athletes Club, 2023, 2024, & 2025
Bible Study Club, 2023, 2024, & 2025
Best Buddies Club, 2023 & 2024
Mustang Athletic Center Ambassador, 2023, 2024, 2025, & 2026
Hard work shows up in more than a transcript
Skills like design thinking, leadership, and public speaking come from real practice. Sophia brings those to any team, classroom, or campus.
The Mount Vernon Mindset Award, the Honors, and more
Sophia's dedication to leadership and service has earned her recognition from The Mount Vernon School, including the Mindset Award, Honor Roll, and more.
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Featured in Publications
Sophia's design-thinking, mentorship and academic leadership skills have been featured in multiple Mount Vernon publications.
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National Honor Society Years
Active member of the National Honor Society for three years.
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Honor Roll Years
Achieved Honor Roll distinction for four consecutive years.
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Book Published
Published her book, Clara and her Ds and Bs.