Sophomore Andy Qi tries to get involved where he can in school and that includes tennis, UIL computer science, calculator, and number sense. Outside of school, he has his own hobbies such as reading, chess, video games, basketball, and even bowling. Qi enjoys each thing he does and has many goals for his future.
In Qi’s future, he has hopes to get a full ride scholarship to Rice or even Princeton. This is big for him because growing up his parents always hoped he would go to a prestigious collage and have always wanted the best for him. Qi said he wants to do everything he can to not let them down.
“Recently my father has had multiple medical problems, so, I want to stay close to him and make sure I can be at a location to take care of him,” Qi said. “I would use this opportunity to pursue my passion in computer science, and provide for my family.”
Andy said his sisters help inspire him even more. Without them, he says he would feel lost – even directionless. They have taught him so much and a life without them would be unthinkable.
“Whenever I feel lost I can can always count on them to be the light in the tunnel,” he said. “They raised me and made me the person I am today.”
Something that motivates Qi is his bloodline and that his father’s father’s will continues. Something that most people do not know about him is that he has 20-20 vision.
Qi’s favorite class of the year is computer science because “Mr. Morris is the G.O.A.T.” His favorite quote is “just do it,” from Nike.
For Qi, when he looks at the things he has accomplished, he sometimes feels like none of it was good enough, but even though that might be in the back of his mind, there is always motivation that can stem from that.
“Andy stands out as an exceptionally inquisitive learner, always eager to embrace new challenges and deepen his understanding,” computer science teacher Terry Morris said. “His positive attitude and readiness to learn have not only been a constant source of inspiration in the classroom, but also a driving force in his impressive performances in UIL academic competitions.”
