Cy-Woods HS Senior Named CFISD Student of the Week
Cypress Woods High School senior Susan Leonard is praised by her teachers for being involved on campus and having high aspirations for her future.
School: Cypress Woods High School | Age: 17 | Grade: 12
Accomplishments: Leonard is co-captain of the varsity cross country team and is a two-time regional cross country qualifier. She is also president of Cypress Woods’ chapter of National Honor Society, president of Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) and serves as vice president for the French National Honor Society. In addition, Leonard won second place at the HOSA State Leadership Conference in the Human Growth and Development category. Leonard is a 2024 National Merit Semifinalist, is an honor roll student and is an AP Scholar with Honor. She also earned her EKG technician certification and is working towards her pharmacy technician certification.
Favorite class: “My favorite class is Calculus BC AP because of its fast pace, challenging nature and my amazing teacher. I have also really enjoyed all of the health science classes I have taken because they allow me to utilize my academic knowledge in a practical manner and learn from experienced health professionals and amazing educators.”
Favorite things to do after class: “I enjoy going to CrossFit, reading, baking, volunteering and spending time with friends and family after school. I also have a lot of homework to do!”
Favorite song: “Spotless by Zach Bryan and The Lumineers.”
Favorite website/app: “Spotify, because I love listening to music.”
Favorite TV show: “The Office, because it always lightens my mood and makes me smile.”
Favorite movie: “I do not have a favorite movie. My favorite fiction book is Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult because it touches on important topics in an eloquent manner. My favorite nonfiction book is The Icepick Surgeon by Sam Kean because it is extremely interesting.”
Ambition: “I hope to attend the United States Military Academy to unlock and harness my full potential in the service of my country. I am interested in attending medical school and becoming an Army doctor.”
What topics/things are you passionate about?: “I am passionate about healthcare. As HOSA president, I help advertise the blood drives. Donating blood is one of the most direct ways that me and my peers, as young, healthy individuals, can give back to our community. I am also passionate about service and I volunteer at school and in my community as often as possible. I enjoy volunteer events where I can support the next generation of students and athletes. I am passionate about travel and experiencing all the world has to offer. I studied abroad in Toulouse, France, during the second semester of my sophomore year and met so many amazing people. Lastly, I am passionate about my country and hope to serve as an officer in the United States Army.”
What inspires you?: “My dad is an immense inspiration to me. He has worked extremely hard to give me and my siblings opportunities that were not available to him.”
What three things can’t you live without?: “Family, teachers and friends. I owe all my accomplishments entirely to these individuals.”
What are you most looking forward to this semester?: “I look forward to leaving the clubs and organizations that I am involved in stronger than when I took over. I can’t wait to spend one last year with treasured friends and teachers.”
