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Ramya Subramaniam, Student Life Editor
Senior Ramya Subramaniam is the Student Life Editor for the Spartan Shield. Ramya is a student council enthusiast and spends most of her time serving as an executive member on Spartan Assembly, the First Vice President on the Iowa Association of Student Councils and a member on the National Association of Secondary School Principals Student Leadership Advisory Committee. Apart from student council, Ramya plays on the varsity girls tennis team and is a Gold Award Girl Scout. Aside from her activities, she enjoys spending time with her family and traveling. After high school, Ramya plans to go to a four year university to study electrical engineering.
Sid Sharma, Feature Editor
Sid Sharma is a senior and Feature Editor of the Spartan Shield Online. Sid has been heavily involved in school activities that require public service, discussion and physical activity. He has been an active member of Spartan Assembly for two years and an executive member of National Honor Society. He is a member of a Positive Place in which teachers and students discuss solutions to positivity and inclusivity at Pleasant Valley High School. Sid is also a former varsity wrestler at the 113 pound weight class and a member of the Indian Football League (IFL). Outside of school, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, playing video games and watching television. He looks forward to attending the University of Iowa studying elementary education in hopes of becoming a teacher.