AnnaGrace Nelson

Triple 'A' Winner

Posted: Monday, July 13, 2020 - 11:41 AM

AnnaGrace Nelson

Cambridge-Isanti High School

Representing: Region 7AA

GPA: 4.0

Activities: Band, choir, visual arts, soccer, gymnastics, track and field

Spotlight: Known to her teachers for her “character, work ethic, respect and humility,” AnnaGrace has won multiple academic all-conference and all-state awards and is a member of the National Honor Society. She participates in the Jazz Choir where she has earned superior ratings. She sings for her church and sang the National Anthem at the League’s gymnastics state meet. AnnaGrace was the two-time section champion in the balance beam. She is also a track and field captain, and has made several appearances in the track and field state meet in different events.

College plans: To pursue a biology degree at Bethel University and participate in choir, track and field.

“The arts provide a way of expressing myself and are an outlet for honesty. Drawing gives me the opportunity to voice my thoughts and feelings, sparking conversation with others.”

AnnaGrace Nelson, Cambridge-Isanti, Triple 'A' Winner

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