Arya has been a part of the SLI Program since the 7th grade, building lifelong friendships and learning valuable lessons throughout her journey. She has participated in academic competitions like FIRST Tech Challenge, Synopsys Science Fair, World of 8 Billion, and Maker Mart to name a few. Her most notable achievement was earning the Need Finder award with a grant of $500 dollars from Project Invent for her team’s research and contribution to teen students with mental health issues.

Outside of SLI, Arya is an avid explorer and enjoys discovering new books, tv shows, and activities. In her free time, Arya has a passion for golf which she has been playing since her youth. She has been on the girls’ varsity golf team for four years, becoming captain her senior year. She has won multiple awards including mvp, All league, and more.