She sees a future of helping others

Hannah Richter is an accomplished student and musician.

Hannah Richter, a senior at Cypress Woods High School, is an accomplished student and musician who in her spare time likes to read and spend time with friends and family. She believes helping others is important and hopes one day to perform the kind of missionary work that provides health care to those who need it in developing countries.

School name: Cypress Woods High School

Student name: Hannah Richter

Age: 18

Grade: 12

ACCOMPLISHMENTS: 2012 Heritage Scholarship Winner -- one of 10 to receive full tuition over four years at LeTourneau University, National Merit finalist, U.S. Presidential Scholar nominee, AP Scholar with Distinction, qualified for the Region III Academics Meet, four years in chamber orchestra.

Favorite class: "Physics and calculus. I like problem-solving."

Favorite thing to do after class: "Play soccer, hang out with friends, spend time with family, participate in orchestra activities."

Favorite song: "Set the World on Fire" by Britt Nicole

Favorite TV show: "'Psych.' It makes me laugh."

Favorite Movie: "'Pride and Prejudice.' I love Jane Austen's characterization and clever dialogue."

Ambition: Plans to major in biomedical engineering. "I hope to be a missionary and to help provide health care to people in developing countries."