"My local community and church would see me as a donator, and regular participant to help shape the childhood and lives of those that will come before me."

James is a boy from Marikina City, Philippines.

He wants to pursue his passion for the arts and beauty by aiming to become a successful architect one day. As much as he wants to excel in his chosen field, he also dedicates his life to service to leave a legacy behind – to design and build a better life for his family, community, and countrymen.

Even in his free time, James still pursues art by practicing and enhancing his drawing skills and doing things that interest him.

However, in school besides arts, he also enjoys his science subjects. James is fascinated by learning more about the natural world.

His parents work as senior high school teachers. And James is their third child out of four.

He finished his Grade 11th year with an Honors award among 200 students.