By Betty Kaldas
As a sophomore, Kevin Tran has incredible dreams for the rest of his years in high school. Because of his competitive nature, he makes it his goal to become the best version of himself academically.
Tran originally joined Baron Banner last year as a freshman in order to improve his writing skills and become better at putting his thoughts down on paper. This desire to enhance his communication skills came from knowing that most top colleges require lengthy and complex essays about personal experiences.
“I joined Baron Banner last year in ninth grade because I really wanted to improve my writing,” Tran said. “You have to write a really good essay if you want to get into a top college in the big leagues.”
As the year progressed, Tran found himself enjoying writing various news, lifestyle and opinion pieces in the newspaper. As he covered more and more stories, he found himself to be most drawn to opinion articles, believing they are most freeing when it comes to sharing your thoughts.
“My favorite things to write about are opinion and lifestyle … I really like debate. I like how I can express my thoughts.”
He has also participated in multiple journalism competitions and enjoys collaborating with his journalism classmates on different stories and features.
Outside of writing, Tran enjoys playing tennis. He plays on our very own Fountain Valley Boys’ Tennis team with a majority of his friends, as well as outside of school whenever he can. In addition to tennis, Tran practices taekwondo, where he holds a black belt, the highest level of skill in martial arts.
“My parents inspire me the most because they invest so much time for my high school education, and I can’t let them down,” Tran said.
Through writing, classes and sports, Tran always tries his hardest to be his best, not only for his parents but also for himself.
His future plans include gaining experience through being on Baron Banner, and hopefully continuing journalism throughout his college career.