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Mathematics
Completed Algebra I ahead of grade level and pursued Honors mathematics. Competition highlights include school MathCounts and Math Olympiad placements, and third place in the school AMC 8 competition.
Student portfolio
Agasthya
Mabbu
Curious mind. Competitive spirit. Thoughtful teammate.
I enjoy exploring challenging ideas, finding creative solutions, and improving through practice. Whether I am working through a difficult problem, preparing for a debate, or competing on the ice, I value curiosity, perseverance, teamwork, and the opportunity to learn from others.
Academics · Debate · Ice hockey · Leadership · Community
A little about me
Always learning. Always looking for the next challenge.
I am interested in how things work, why people see issues differently, and how ideas can become practical solutions. I like to take time to understand the fundamentals of something new; once the pieces come together, I enjoy pushing myself further.
I believe growth comes from staying curious, being willing to work through challenges, and learning from people who see the world differently.
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Place internationallyFuture Problem Solving · World Solutions Challenge 2025
Team project: Aqua Freezing
Global issue: Rising Sea Levels
Featured achievement
Aqua Freezing: exploring solutions to rising sea levels
As part of a team, I contributed to Aqua Freezing, which earned third place internationally in the 2025 World Solutions Challenge. The project explored the global challenge of rising sea levels. The team's submission also included a podcast as a supplemental way to communicate its work.
What I took away: complex global problems require research, creative thinking, collaboration, and clear communication.
The original team podcast can be added here when an authorized recording or link is available.
Academics & intellectual interests
I enjoy the process of figuring things out.
My favorite learning experiences are the ones that make me ask better questions and look beyond the first answer.
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Science & problem solving
Science is one of my strongest interests. I enjoy understanding how systems work and applying ideas to real-world challenges, including environmental issues.
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French
Earned a gold medal in a national French competition, following a bronze medal in the previous year.
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Writing & social studies
Essays published in school magazines. I enjoy research, history, geography, and exploring different perspectives; I was also an elementary school Geography Bee finalist.
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Collaborative research
Worked with teammates on an international Future Problem Solving project focused on rising sea levels.
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How I learn
I like to understand the fundamentals before moving ahead. I am learning to ask questions early, use feedback, and balance independent problem-solving with collaboration.
Debate & communication
Strong ideas. Open ears.
Debate has helped me become a more thoughtful researcher, communicator, and listener.
Research & argument
I enjoy investigating complex topics, building arguments from evidence, anticipating counterarguments, and communicating ideas clearly.
Competition highlights
Received three top-speaker awards at school and a fourth-speaker award across the debate league. Participated in teams earning league runner-up finishes and an overall first-place season result.
Supporting teammates
I enjoy helping younger debaters strengthen their research, develop arguments, and prepare for competitions.
Debate has taught me that listening carefully to an opposing view does not weaken my argument. It can make my thinking stronger.
Ice hockey
The ice is where I feel most at home.
Hockey has taught me discipline, resilience, teamwork, and the value of showing up ready to improve.
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Player of the Match
Earned 10 Player of the Match awards during the previous season.
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Goal contributions
Recorded more than 100 combined goal contributions.
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Memorable experiences
Played at Madison Square Garden and at the rink associated with the Miracle on Ice; also received multiple AHF player shout-outs.
I value the team behind every play. I also enjoy helping younger players at camps, especially as they build confidence and improve their skating.
Beyond the rink
Interests, creativity & teamwork
Swimming
Former swim team MVP, with individual and team medals in the junior division league.
Theater
Member of the National Junior Thespian Society and recipient of an Excellent Lead Character award for a school play.
Other interests
Previously served as school soccer team captain; enjoy recreational tennis and follow Formula 1, NHL hockey, soccer, and American football.
Community & service
Contributing beyond the classroom.
I believe being part of a community means noticing where help is needed and doing what I can.
Rural medical camp · India
Volunteered for more than 40 hours after sixth grade, helping with patient registration, guiding families, paperwork, supplies, and educational materials about hygiene, nutrition, and preventive care.
Senior Shopper
Help older adults with grocery shopping and everyday needs through a community volunteer program.
Local community
Participate in beach cleanups, seasonal leaf cleanup at senior homes, and volunteer activities at the Franklin Youth Center and Franklin Township Library.
Watch & listen
Agasthya in action
Short clips can show the energy, preparation, and teamwork behind the experiences described here.
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Debate presentationAdd an approved video link
Debate & public speaking
A short clip showing research, argumentation, and presentation.
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Hockey highlightsAdd an approved video link
On the ice
A concise highlight reel featuring skating, game play, and teamwork.
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Aqua Freezing podcastOriginal recording link to be added
Future Problem Solving podcast
The team's supplemental audio submission for its internationally recognized project.
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Project presentationAdd an approved video link
Research & presentations
A science, environmental problem-solving, or classroom presentation.
Use only recordings approved for sharing.Looking ahead
Ready for the next challenge.
I hope to join a community that encourages curiosity, intellectual exploration, collaboration, and personal growth. I want to keep challenging myself academically, become a stronger debater, grow as a hockey player, and discover interests I have not yet explored. Most of all, I hope to contribute positively to the people and teams around me.