Mariah Smith
My name is Mariah Smith and I am currently a junior at Dekalb Early College Academy. As part of my Dual Enrollment, I am also a freshman at Georgia State Perimeter College. I desire to major in Mechatronics and become a Computer Engineer in the Robotics industry. My hobbies include: Painting, drawing, doing puzzles, and listening to soothing instrumentals. A few of my accomplishments are: Becoming Student of the Month in 9th grade, achieving Honor Roll, and achieving a passing score of 3 on three of my AP exams.
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Georgia State University
Georgia State University Perimeter College
Dekalb Early College Academy
Mariah Smith was recognized for enrolling
During my third and final attempt, I passed Georgia State's Accuplacer, scoring a passing score on both sections. As a result, I tested into another Precalculus course, which will further strengthen my mathematical ability.
Spring 2026 -
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Mariah Smith was recognized for earning an academic award
In my 9th and 10 grade year, I received an Honor Roll certificate for achieving A's and B's. I also received two certificates for earning a passing score of 3 on the AP Precalculus and AP Language exams.
Spring 2024 - Spring 2025 -
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Mariah Smith was recognized for earning a spot on an honors list
In my 9th grade year, I was awarded Student of the Month and received Honor Roll for the 2023 - 2024 school year. On my AP Seminar exam, I passed with a score of 3. In my 10th grade year, I received Honor Roll for the 2024 - 2025 school year and passed my AP Language and AP Precalculus tests with a score of 3. Moreover, my poem, titled "In The Evening Time" was chosen to be featured in DECA's literary magazine during 10th grade. Furthermore, in my current 11th grade year, I passed first semester with all A's, thus achieving Principal's List.
Fall 2023 - Spring 2026 -
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"May the Forest be with you Always" Art Competition
In September of 2024, I participated in an art competition hosted by the National Association of Conservation Districts. The theme was titled, "May the Forest Be with you Always." I won first place and received a cash prize. I am currently featured in the Decaturish Magazine.
December 2024 -
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Georgia Tech - STEP Program
In July of 2025, I participated in Georgia Tech's STEP Program. This program involved collaborating with a group of peers to design, test and build a robot that would go into space. During the camp, I worked with other high school students and sketched our idea of how our robot would look. Once we sketched our idea, I designed each part of the robot on a digital software, called OnShape. When the parts were designed, we each printed out each part of the robot and began building and wiring. Using OnShape came with a few difficulties, but I learned from each mistake and ended up creating something new.
Software Projects
21st Century Leaders
I am currently a member of 21st Century Leaders. In November of 2025, I participated in a Fall Summit, affiliated with 21st Century Leaders. There, I collaborated with peers, engaged in hands-on activities, and listened to guest speakers, while gaining leadership skills. At a club meeting, I created positive affirmation cards to donate to local caregivers.
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NAHS/Yearbook
I am a member of the National Art Honor Society/Yearbook club. I helped to design the club t-shirts and completed the Star Student and Teacher page in the yearbook. In November of 2025, I designed a banner for my art booth at my school's fall fest. I helped to set up the art supplies so that others can get creative and paint their designs.
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Community Service
At my school, I donated canned goods and coats for a giveaway. I also hosted a slime booth at a fall fest in 10th grade and an art booth in November. Moreover, I led guest parents and students on a tour of my school and informed the guests of what DECA has to offer. Additionally, I assisted a math teacher in organizing graded papers. Furthermore, I created activity kits for young children to make artwork with by cutting out paper shapes and organizing different art materials. At my church, I organized food boxes for a free food giveaway.
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