Meet Alex, a high school senior with a passion for mathematics and competitive programming. With multiple accolades from coding contests under their belt, Alex is known among peers for their analytical mindset and strategic thinking. Despite their numerous achievements, Alex believes in the importance of holistic development and encourages others to embrace all opportunities, viewing contests as a stepping stone to greater academic success rather than a definitive ticket to university admission. With aspirations to study computer science at the University of Waterloo, Alex hopes to inspire their peers to take every chance to grow, even if the impact isn't always immediately visible.