Abigail Scarlett of Bridgton has been selected as the area Lions Clubs’ “Student of the Month” for January.

Each month, area Lions Clubs recognize a Lake Region High School senior who has excelled academically. The recipient is presented a monetary award.

Name: Abigail Scarlett

Class of: 2021

Residence: Bridgton

Parent: Mary Macdonald

Siblings: Maggie and Nick Scarlett

Activities: ASTRA Service Club, National Honor Society, The Laker Letter (LRHS student newspaper), Project Planet (LRHS Environmental Club), Stage Manager for the Drama Club, Girls’ Tennis Team

Community activities: Member of the Lakes Region Plastic Initiative 

Hobbies: Playing with my dog, Bella, spending time with my family, writing, and being outdoors!

Future plans: I plan to attend college for International Relations/Political Science

Schools that you have or will apply: Georgetown University, Boston University, American University and Middlebury College

Schools that you have been accepted to: Saint Anselm’s College, the University of New Hampshire and Quinnipiac University

What is your favorite class and why? My favorite class right now is Calculus because I find math challenging but extremely rewarding once I understand the concepts! Last semester, I really enjoyed my dual enrollment Introduction to International Relations class through the University of Maine because I got to learn the basics of international politics and economics. 

What is your toughest class and why? My hardest class will probably be my Calculus class because while I really enjoy math, many of the concepts can be difficult to understand at first. Last semester, my toughest class was my AP European History class because we had a 900-page textbook to read in about four months!

How do you balance your class work and your extracurricular activities? I use an agenda to plan out my days, from doing school work to attending online club meetings. I also try to keep a consistent schedule and account for “me” time during the day. 

What is the biggest challenge high school students face today? I think the most challenging aspect of going to high school on a hybrid learning schedule is being self-motivated on the days that students aren’t in the building. I also think that because students aren’t able to receive one-on-one help from teachers, it is more difficult for them to understand topics, which can lead to frustration and a lack of engagement with their classes.

Who has inspired you educationally, and why? My siblings have inspired me the most because I’ve grown up listening to them talk about their college experiences, and we often have lengthy conversations about academic concepts like political theory or literature. From those conversations, I have been inspired to embark on my own academic journey.