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James P. Hintzke

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EDUCATION
          Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University - School of Engineering - Class of 2019
          Landstown High School Governor’s STEM and Technology Academy Class of 2015.
          G.P.A. 4.4, Class Rank: 4 out of 497.
          Technology Academy Student
          Bilingual (Spanish & English)

EXPERIENCE
·         Partner, Architectural Renaissance Techniques (JUNE 2014 – present)
          A small business designed around decorative fabrications, and commemorative military service plaques. Examples include: Gosport Tavern Logo, SJA                     School Logo, and Navy Chests.
·         Junior Mentor, PRIDE STEM Camp (JULY 2014)
          Instructed principles of rocketry and applied forces to middle school students. Examples include: Prototyping Rocket Models, Creating Structural Towers, and           Investigating Extraneous Forces.
·         Musical Therapist, Sentara Hospital at Princess Anne  (JUNE 2013 – JUNE 2014)
          Cofounded a musical therapy program in which music was played at the pleasure of patients who were situated in the hospital’s ICU and general gallery.                   Requests were fulfilled at their consent.
·         Muay Thai Boxing Instructor, SJA Summer Rays Program  (JULY 2012)
          Mentored young children in the practical usage of fighting mechanics and situational awareness, techniques were demonstrated to teach the method of self-               defense.

TECHNICAL STUDIES
·         Information Technology & Pre-engineering
          Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, IC3,  Adobe Certified Associate, and  Microsoft Office Specialist

LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
·         President, National Honor Society (JUNE 2014-JUNE 2015)
          In charge of coordinating the chapter’s curriculum and maintaining the tenants of the service. Volunteer Activities include: Operation Blessing, Local Race                 Venues, Relay for Life, etc.
·         President, Gifted Club (JUNE 2013- JUNE 2014)
          Created a partnership with the local hospital in contributing gifts towards weary patients, facilitated group discussions, and presided over the club’s initiative.
·         President, Spanish Honor Society (JUNE 2012- JUNE 2013)
          Successfully planned & executed a cultural immersion of Hispanic customs to chapter members.

HONORS
·         Brickell Scholar Class of 2015
          Recognition given to those who demonstrate excellent grade point average, enroll in the most challenging academic courses, display evidence of scholarly                 work outside of regular curriculum, and have achieved the highest scores on standardized testing. Only two students receive this award.
·         American Legion Boy’s State Representative 2014
          Distinction awarded to one student who perpetuates qualities of leadership, character, scholarship, and service to their schools and community.
·         AP Scholar
          Successfully take and complete 3 AP exams with at least a 3 or higher.
·         VHSL 2012-2013 AAA District Champion, State Quarterfinalist
          VHSL 2013-2014 District Conference Champion, Regional Quarterfinalist

 MEMBERSHIPS
·         Boys Varsity Soccer (4 years)
·         National Honor Society (3 years)
·         Spanish Honor Society  (3 years)
·         Medical Honor Society (3 years)
·         Rho Kappa Honor Society (2 years)
·         English Honor Society (1 year)
·         Debate Team (2 years)
·         Future Business Leaders of America (4 years)
·         Spanish Club (4 years)
·         Student Council Association (1 year)

ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES CURRENT/TAKEN
·         AP Human Geography, AP European History, AP Spanish, AP English 11, AP Chemistry,
          AP English 12, AP Psychology, AP U.S. Government, and AP Calculus AB


UNIQUE ACHIEVEMENTS
·         CNC Programming & Construction Expert
          Researched and developed an automated machine that interprets inscribed data points and cuts materials precisely at the age of 17. The first machine was a             plasma-table, and the second is a wood mill. Normally manufacturers charge tens of thousands of dollars for these machines.
·         Guitar, Piano & Vocal Enthusiast
          Traversed music methodologies without guide and have been playing for eight years in several venues.
·         Carpentry & Metallurgical Specialist
          Exposure to craftsmanship mechanics and guidance has yielded a vast variety of technical knowledge and application. Mechanical experience has been                   evident throughout the past ten years amidst several projects.
·         Virginia Beach Surfing Activist & Board Crafter
          Sought and produced a surf board by hand with special fabrics which are not inherent among the normal expanse of surf boards. Usage of carbon fiber, and               high quality solvents yielded a custom masterpiece that embodies our local culture and heritage. 


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