Nistha
Prasai

Female, 16

Currently Attending

Manchester West High School

GPA

3.82

/ 4.00

Rank

Top 5%

Of Class

Education

75%

Experience

35%

Future Business Leaders Of America

Local Chapter President and NH State Secretary

Successfully increased membership and enhanced productivity by 112.5%. I also supported my team in achieving placements in various state officer projects and received the gold seal chapter award for the first time in our city and school’s history during the 2024-2025 school year. Additionally, I secured first place in website design during the 2023-2024 school year and earned second place in the electronic career portfolio during the 2024-2025 year. As the NH State Secretary and a State Officer, I have contributed to documenting meeting minutes and coordinating communication between chapters and the state team.

Student Sustaining Success

Co-Founder

Founded and led a club to address funding gaps and poverty affecting students access to sports equipment, transportation, and other essential resources. We targeted this problem by  fundraising and also worked towards a fair distribution of support to teams and clubs in need, helping students achieve oppuruntities they wouldnt have had acess t otherwise. 

Ethics

Youth Leader & Main Speaker

Led my team to 3 out of 4 case wins at the regional Goodchilds’ Ethics Bowl (St. Anselm) .
I also mentor peers using my 4 years of experience in ethical debate, helping guide them to explore diverse perspectives and arguments.
I also helped my team earn the highest judges point total in school history which increases every year after my sophmore year. 

ARMI BIOTREK

Participant & Presenter

I explored new techniques for culturing and generating stem cells while researching the development of regenerative skin grafts. This experience made me interested in regenerative medicine and its potential to transform patient care. As part of an extension of this program, I studied advancements in lab grown organs and refined my understanding of stem cell culturing methods. I also developed and presented a business model addressing treatment strategies for Traumatic Optic Nerve Damage, combining my scientific research with real world application and innovation.

Knight Of Giving

Event Planner

A long time tradition at my High School which brings together one evening of activities for our West Side community. We provide free food, winter clothing, and holiday presents to make sure all are welcomed. In years past, I have helped set up the event, organize toys and clothes, and run different stations; next year, This year I will be responsible for planning the entire evening. 

IGNITE

Event Planner

Helped setup a conference that invites all different advocacy groups from around New Hampshire to come and attend sessions on community advocacy. The first year that this program ran, I had a minor role in planning, however, I did run a workshop independently on building a more diverse school community. Now, I am in charge of organizing the conference this year in collaboration with the Youth Council as a representative and head. 

NH Nepali Youth Group

Executive Board Member

I helped organize and coordinate various Nepali holiday events. I had also overseen fundraising activities, with donations to several hospitals and soup kitchens throughout New Hampshire. As such, I have helped promote a concerned community that shall serve as a source for the youth to receive counseling, advice, and most importantly belongingness.

Manchester School’s Winter Donation Drive

Coordinator

I communicated to the highschools in my school district and provided them posters and information to contribute towards a district wide donation drive. I also helped collect their donations, organize, and distribute it towards different organizations that work with unhoused youths and individuals.

Hillsborough Market

Assistance

Helped my father daily with his establishment by providing assistance with licensing, inventory management, stocking shelves, and looking over in his absence. These responsibilities have taught me organizational skills alongside interacting with different people that have improved my customer service and communication skills.

Market Basket

Cashier

I was responsible for carrying out correct transactions within orders as well as bagging. I was also required to have customer service skills as I was expected to provide answers to any customer’s questions. This job also helped me work in a fast paced environment due to how busy it would get.

Market Basket

Kitchen Associate

 I was responsible for making salads, running the fry line to provide hot foods, and also worked in the cafe. This required me to provide high quality service at all times and follow through with food safety regulations. 

Benchmark at Bedford Falls

Lead Server

 I am responsible for greeting residents and engaging in conversation with them. I ensure that their food is appropriately prepared, taking into account any dietary restrictions or allergies, and that it is cut into suitable portions as needed. Additionally, I check to see if they require anything else and ensure that they have everything they need. After they leave, I also take care of cleaning the table. Patience and understanding are essential in my work.

Nistha Prasai

I’m Nistha Prasai, a junior at Manchester West High School!

Born in Nepal and raised in New Hampshire, I strive to combine my multicultural perspective with hands-on leadership experience to pursue my dreams!

My goal is to transform lives through neurosurgical innovation and compassionate patient care.

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