My name is Gavin Shelton and I've been running since my freshman year of High School. Over these last few years I've fallen in love with running and I want to continue my running and academic career in college. Over the years I've worked very hard to overcome some obstacles like my late start and a serious ankle injury. The hard work I've put help me achieve all area honors in cross and I was able to help my team make it to states in cross. The hard work I put into running also translates into the classroom. As I currently sit at a 3.64 GPA. I often try to challenge myself in the classroom by taking harder classes such as AP classes and other honors courses. I'm also a member of the National Honor Society. Overall i'm trying to find a good college that fits me and will allow me to continue my running career and challenge me in the classroom.