ABOUT ME
Anuja Jayachandran
Anuja Jayachandran is a senior at Reedy High School with the desire to pursue cardiothoracic surgery in the future. Her interest in medicine, especially the heart muscle, was sparked from biology class in middle school. In her high school career thus far, she has been very involved in the medical track with Medical Terminology, Health Science, and the Independent Study & Mentorship program. Plus, she has been involved in Key Club and Health Occupations Student of America organization (HOSA), holding officer positions. She competed in the the HOSA Area Competition and helped plan two Make-A-Wish Reveal for children with a threatening heart disease.
Outside of her career- related activities, Anuja served as an officer of the choir program and of the first Reedy Bollywood Dance Team for three consecutive years. Additionally, with the Bollywood Team, she took part in performing at Texas Legends Halftime, and with her vocal talent, performed at the first and second Reedy High School Talent Show to spread her love of the arts with people at school. She was very interested in taking part with the first traditions of Reedy High School which may stay for a very long time after her graduation. Additionally, she has taken part in internships in governments hospitals in India as well as the Hope In His Vision organization for visually impaired children in Rwanda. As a student of high academic standing, she aspires to become a cardiothoracic surgeon attending Baylor University for Medical School in the future.
Meredith Grey: Grey's Anatomy
"The expected is just the beginning. The unexpected is what changes our life"
Mission Statement
For my second year in the independent study and mentorship program, my mission is to take advantage of my opportunities to try something different and step out of my comfort zone. Discovering the skills I must possess to become a cardiothoracic surgeon will allow me to make a knowledgeable decision about pursuing the career for my life. This will require hard work and perseverance due to the high demanding nature of the profession; however, with the guidance of a mentor and hands-on experience, I will further solidify my passions this year and also inspire other students along the way.