Student of the Month April 2024
Lake Washington High School
Raahina Ali describes herself as a student who is passionate about computer science, math, and service. Her high priority goals are to pursue a degree in computer science from a prestigious university, create innovative solutions for real-world problems using cutting-edge technologies, and inspire more girls to join the STEM field by being a role model and mentor. A significant challenge Raahina faced was moving to the U.S. from a rural area in India where women lack education and rights. She overcame this challenge by working hard, improving her English skills, and adapting to a new culture and education system that values diversity and inclusion. Some of her major accomplishments are volunteering for Math Agency, a program where she helps elementary students learn math; participating in hackathons and competitions related to computer science. Raahina’s most important community involvement is being a part of the Rotary Club of Kirkland, where she learned from and contributes to the Rotary values of service, leadership, and fellowship. Through this club, Raahina says she’s participated in various projects, and is proud of being a student, a computer scientist, a mathematician, and volunteering with Rotary.