Tabb High School - Class of 2026

Arushi Raizada

1. GPA: 4.8979
2. High School Extracurricular activities: Varsity Field Hockey, Morgan's Message Club, Unified Tigers, Student Council, Varsity Track, Lacrosse, Key Club
3. Community Involvement: Eco-Explorers, Research at Christopher Newport and Hampton University, SPCA Volunteer
4. College attending: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
5. Studying/Major: Statistics and Operational Research
6. Were there any teachers or mentors who played a significant role in shaping your academic journey? If so, how? My research mentor, Dr. Cole, played a key role in my academic journey. I learned so much from her about the scientific process. She encouraged me to explore my interests more deeply, impacting both my growth as a student and my future goals.
7. If you could give one piece of advice to rising high school students, what would it be? If I could give one piece of advice to rising high school students, I would tell them to get outside of their comfort zone. Some of the best opportunities can come out of trying new things, even if they seem intimidating at first. Take chances and put yourself out there!
8. What was your favorite class you've taken in high school and why? My favorite class in high school has been AP Chemistry because of its real-world applications. I enjoyed how the class combined science and math to explain how reactions worked.
9. What school tradition or experience will you miss the most? I am truly going to miss being a part of the field hockey team. Being on the team gave me a sense of community and support, both on and off the field, that I will always value.
10. Describe your high school experience in one word. Fulfilling!

Eddie Zhu

1. GPA: 4.8979
2. High School Extracurricular activities: Class President, KidWind, Tennis, Robotics, HamptonU Nuclear Fusion Research
3. Community Involvement: Key Club, York County Youth Commission, Youth Volunteer Corps
4. College attending: Johns Hopkins
5. Studying/Major: Electrical Engineering
6. Were there any teachers or mentors who played a significant role in shaping your academic journey? If so, how? Mrs. Miller, who selflessly supports to many STEM clubs at Tabb and gave me the chance to found my own Aerospace Club and travel across the nation with KidWind
7. If you could give one piece of advice to rising high school students, what would it be? Work hard, but give yourself time to rest and reflect. No point sharpening a sword you'll never use.
8. What's one class you wish had been offered or you had been able to take in high school? Chinese history, as I feel like it would give students a whole new worldview and way of perceiving history.
9. What school tradition or experience will you miss the most? Tabb tennis. My second family.
10. What is your most memorable experience or highlight from your high school years? When my lung collapsed in sophomore year; the care that everyone, including people I didn't expect, showed for my health.