2025

My name is Ryan Jones, but most people know me as Coach Jones. I grew up in PG County and elsewhere in the DMV and attended Bethesda/Chevy Chase High School. I planned on attending MC after graduating in order to…

My name is Paola Leon, and I’m a proud Latina from Colombia. I came to the U.S. in 2021 as an Au Pair, a decision that completely changed my life and opened the door to my studies at Montgomery College…

"Hey there! I'm Nick! I'm an Early College student at MC studying General Engineering. I love planes, architecture, dogs, and hanging out with my friends and family! Some of my favorite pastimes are going plane spotting at Montgomery County Airpark,…

I’m a student at Montgomery College, where I’ve been studying for about five years. From 2021 to 2023, I was a student-athlete, balancing academics and athletics. Since then, I’ve transitioned to focusing on my studies and work while raising my…

“You can’t stop the waves but you can learn how to surf.” This quote resonates with me because it reminds me that while I can’t control everything that comes my way, I can choose to face challenges head-on and adapt…

My name is Malia Finney, and I am a proud student at Montgomery College, where I am dual majoring in Behavioral Science and Radiologic (Sonography). Education has always been a driving force in my life, and I am deeply committed…

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, “If you can’t fly, then run. If you can’t run, then walk. If you can’t walk, then crawl, but whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward.” This quote captures what being…

“Opportunities don’t just appear—you create them.” That mindset has shaped the way I approach school, work, and leadership. When I first heard about the Raptor Reps program, I knew it was the perfect chance to grow, connect, and represent Montgomery…

My name is Karel Tabi, but you can call me Karel or TK. I was born in the South West Region of Cameroon in the city of Kumba. I have been in the United States for the past three years…