Anna Maria Kitsios

College/Post-Graduation Plans: Michigan State University

Major: Human Biology

clubs/sports: National Honor Society, Hispanic Honor Society, Key Club, Student Council, HOSA, Utica Varsity Girls Swim Team, and Utica Varsity Competitive Cheer Team

Advice: “My advice for students is to never give up. A lot of people are worried about failing, but I see failing as a way to learn from past mistakes and start again. A saying I have stuck with for many years is, “everything happens for a reason,” whether it be good or bad. I also believe giving up can lead to regret in the future. Instead of saying, “what if I did this,” or “what if I did that,” attempt at what you want to do and be able to say, “at least I tried.” “