Student Life

Student of the Year: Isabelle Jade Hendrickson.

Meet Grace Academy’s standout scholar, leader, and community advocate. Driven by an accelerated academic track and a passion for experiential learning, she balances advanced, college-level studies with an extensive commitment to civic leadership, competitive athletics, and the arts.

Her high school journey is defined by a relentless drive to explore global possibilities—from marine science labs on the coast to legislative chambers at the state capitol. Grounded in service and leadership, she is actively shaping a future dedicated to excellence and community impact.

 👉 Connect with Her on LinkedIn:  Linkedin.com/in/IsabelleJadeHendrickson

📁 View Her Complete Academic Portfolio & Transcript: 

Civic Leadership & Student Clubs

  • State 4-H Congress & 4-H Honor Club
  • YMCA Youth & Government & Model UN
  • Eta Sigma Alpha (National Homeschool Honor Society)
  • Student Eagles / Tennessee Eagle Forum
  • Teen Library Advisory Board Member (TAB) (Rutherford County Library System)
  • NPL Ambassador (Nashville Public Library)
  • International Order of the Rainbow for Girls (IORG) / Girl Scouts

STEM, Wildlife & Advanced Camps

  • UPenn Biology 101 Residential Program (Dual-Enrollment Camp)
  • Landry Marine Science Camp & MarineQuest Camp (UNCW)
  • Sea Turtle Camp (Marine Biology)
  • TWISTER (Tennessee Women in Science, Technology, Engineering & Research Conference)
  • Youth Crew (Adventure Science Center)
  •  Zoo Teen (Nashville Zoo)
  • 4-H Wildlife Club & US Fish & Wildlife Youth Conservation Corps
  • MTSU STEM & Belmont BBB

Humanities, Speech & Creative Arts

  • Nashville Notes (Music school/ensemble)
  • Teen Arts Action Group (TAAG)
  • Shakespeare Aloud & Shakespeare in the Park
  • Teen Writer's Group & Guided Journaling with The Porch
  • Debate Team

 

Athletics & Public Safety

  • TNSHSCTL & US Clay Shooting League (Tennessee State High School Clay Target League)
  • LTA Bowling League
  • Public Safety Cadets & Teen Citizens Police Academy (Exceptional for showing community integration and criminal justice interest)