Student leadership
Vice president, then president, of the Kirby School Student Council. Now co-creator and advisor of the Middle School Student Leadership Council.
Santa Cruz, California · Class of 2027
Rachel McGowan
I’m a senior at Kirby School, where I’ve led the student council, captained and coached the girls’ varsity tennis team, and created the Kirby Chronicle. My Girl Scout Gold Award project, Her Health, Her Voice, helps girls speak up for themselves in medical settings.
Selected recognition
- Athlete of the Year, Kirby School2026
- Service to Kirby Award, for more than 100 hours of volunteering2026
- Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA)2026
- Pacific Coast Athletic League division champion, undefeated season2025
Girl Scout Gold Award project
Her Health, Her Voice
A free self-advocacy toolkit for teenage girls navigating chronic and unexplained illness: doctor scripts, symptom trackers, a patient passport, and guides for parents, providers and educators.
Highlights
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Varsity tennis
Captain and coach of the girls’ varsity team: an undefeated league championship season in 2025 and Athlete of the Year in 2026.
Writing and media
Creator of the Kirby Chronicle, writer for DearTeacher.com, and founder of the Media and Marketing Club.
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