- TATYANNAH SANTOS-LOPEZ
Founding Civics 2030 Steering Committee Member
Tatyannah Santos-Lopez is 16 years old and attends East Bay High School in Gibsonton, FL. Originally from the Bronx, everything about her life has led to lead a service-oriented life. She plays 3 sports and is a cadet at her school's Army JROTC unit. After high school, she intends on heading to the U.S. Air Force Academy, eventually "becoming President in 2048". She is excited to help grow CU further.
In service of the Civics 2030 Campaign, I pledge to...
- Create a civics club at my school focused on civic engagement projects;
- Look into ways to fund raise for the Civics 2030 campaign;
- Bring politicians in to verse our knowledge;
- Raise the level of public debate in my communities.
I have joined the Civics 2030 Campaign because...
- I want to create a future for the next generations to feel safe and empowered in.
To me, a flourishing democracy is one...
where everyone is treated equally under the law,
where everyone is represented in voting,
where demographics aren't just seen as numbers or just to "check all the boxes".
To me, a flourishing community is one...
where everyone can speak on their beliefs and be accepted,
where no one will be judged on anything but their actions, and
where people respect one another.
In my development as a Civic Superhero, I strive to embody...
Justice: Be fair and equal in my decisions.
Persistence: Work hard and keep trying even when things get hard.
Leadership: Do better for others than what I do for myself.
Kindness: Choose to be kind even if people don't always deserve it.
Authenticity: To be real even when people around me aren't .
By 2030, I pledge to have contributed to the flourishing of the following communities:
My JROTC unit
My foundations
My athletic teams
By 2030, I pledge to have played any, many, or all of the following roles in service of creating a brighter future for my communities and American democracy:
- Air Force Pilot
- Army Ranger
- Politician
Long Term Goals
- By July 4th, 2021: Become JROTC Battalion commander through working hard as team commanders this school year.
- By July 4th, 2022: Accept my appointment to the Air Force Academy and begin basic cadet training.
- By July 4th, 2025: Have earned 3 AA degrees and be 1 year out from graduating with 3 bachelors degrees.
