Aayush Sood 
Education
Bay View High School
Upper Tantallon, NS
Secondary School - Grade 11
Sep. 2023 - Present
Ridgecliff Middle School
Beechville, NS
Middle School
Sep. 2019 - Jun. 2023
Accomplishments
Some of my notable achievements, including but not limited to:
Since 2019
- Won third place in Lockheed Martin CYBERQUEST Competition, demonstrating skills in cryptography, forensics, and network security - 2025
- Competitively programming on CodeForces.com, aiming to increase rating above 1600+ by the end of 2025 - since 2024
- Public Relations Manager for Nova Scotia Secondary School Students' Association (NSSSA) - since 2024
- Peer Tutoring fellow grade 10 & 11 students in Mathematics and Sciences - since 2024
- Completed Harvard's CS50x: Introduction to Computer Science course on edX, gaining a foundational understanding of Computer Science principles and proficiency in C - 2024
- Invited to and participated in an exclusive summer math camp hosted by Dalhousie University, focusing on Calculus, Probability, Topology, and Cosmology - 2024
- Volunteered 200+ hours as a Camp Counselor during Canada Games Centre (CGC) Summer Camp in Halifax - 2024
- Recipient of the Student Council Innovative Mind Award in Grade 10 - 2024
- Made Honour Rolls and received Certificate of Distinction in Junior division of University of Waterloo's Canadian Computing Competition (CCC) - 2024
- Cabinet Member on Nova Scotia Minister of Education's Student Advisory Council (MSAC) - since 2024
- Executive of Bay View High's Student Council and Founder and President of the Technology Club - since 2023
- Recipient of the Mathematics Achievement & Citizenship Awards in Grade 9 - 2023
- Won first place in a regional Improv competition during Grade 9 at Ridgecliff Middle School - 2023
- Completed 85+ challenges on LeetCode.com, improving proficiency in data structures and algorithms - since 2022
- Earned several medals in regional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitions - 2022-2024
- Mentoring fellow Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioners at Titans MMA - since 2022
- Completed 50+ challenges on FrontendMentor.io, focusing on responsive web design and accessibility best practices - since 2020
- Recipient of Bronze Star and Bronze Medallion of the Nova Scotia Lifesaving Society - 2019-2021
Projects
Nova Scotia Secondary School Students' Association - PR Manager
September 2024 - Present
- Increased social media engagement by 35% through targeted content creation and platform optimization
- Creating and curating content that aligns with our organization's mission and values
- Secured funding for leadership conferences and established partnerships with 5 local businesses to sponsor events
- Consulted on cybersecurity issues, recommending specific security best practices (e.g., multi-factor authentication, complex passwords)
Bay View High School - Mobile App | React Native, JavaScript, Expo, Git
July 2024 - September 2024
- Developed a comprehensive mobile app to provide students with centralized access to school news, announcements, events, and essential information
- Application developed using React Native framework, JavaScript and deployed using Expo
- The mobile app provides full compatibility with iOS and Android devices
- Application also submitted as a final project for Harvard's CS50x course
Canada Games Centre Volunteer - Camp Counselor
July 2024 - August 2024
- Volunteered 200+ hours, contributing to camp operations and creating engaging activities that maintained high levels of camper engagement and participation throughout the summer
- Monitored campers' behavior and well-being, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all participants
- Encouraged campers to participate, build friendships, and adhere to camp rules, promoting a fun and respectful atmosphere
Ben Eater's 6502 Project | Python, Assembly
April 2024 - July 2024
- A collection of hardware bread-boarding project surrounding the 6502 CPU, inspired by Ben Eater
Nova Scotia Education Minister's Student Advisory Council - Cabinet Member
January 2024 - Present
- Representing the views and concerns of students & teachers from diverse backgrounds to ensure their voices are heard in policy-making processes
- Proudly represented Bay View High School's district while collaborating with the Education Minister and other council members to provide feedback on existing and proposed educational policies and initiative
- Provided input on school cell phone usage policies that resulted in a new directive that was implemented in September 2024 that balanced educational needs with responsible technology use
- Conducted research and analysis on various educational trends, challenges, and opportunities in collaboration with other participating members
Student Council Executive & Tech Club President
September 2023 - Present
- Leading and organizing initiatives such as school events, fundraisers, tech workshops, and hands-on projects to enhance student engagement
- Under my leadership, Tech Club grew from 3-4 to 30+ members with an average 20+ member attendance on a weekly basis, fostering a thriving learning community
- Facilitating weekly tech workshops on topics such as Web Development, Python Scripting, Cybersecurity, empowering students with practical skills
- Advocating for student interests by collaborating with administration, gathering feedback, and ensuring student voices are represented in decision-making
- Managing operations and resources, including funding requests, club materials, and coordination among council members and club participants
CoinDeno - Mobile App | React Native, Git, REST, Firebase, CoinGecko APIs
July 2022 - September 2022
- Created the React Native mobile enabled version of the CoinDeno Web, enabled for both iOS and Android and hosted on the Android Play Store
- Leveraged the React Native framework for a consistent cross-platform experience
CoinDeno - Web App | React.js, JavaScript, REST, Git, Firebase, CoinGecko APIs
August 2021 - July 2022
- Created a React website that allows tracking and portfolio management of various Cryptocurrencies
- Utilized React, Firebase, and Redux for application development, with CoinGecko REST APIs for cryptocurrency data integration
- Deployed the application using continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices, ensuring reliability and fast iteration
- Integrated Google Auth for seamless user authentication
Mentor - Titans MMA
February 2021 - Present
- Led and organized kids classes aged 5 - 15 in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, teaching self-defense, discipline, and respect, leading to improved confidence and physical fitness
- Taught students a variety of techniques, including self-defense, striking, grappling, and forms, while emphasizing the importance of discipline, respect, and perseverance
- Ensured a safe training environment by enforcing gym rules, teaching proper techniques to prevent injuries
- Acted as a mentor and role model, fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere that encourages personal growth, confidence, and self-discipline
Skills
Soft Skills:
Leadership, Mentorship, Communication, Community Building, Promoting Inclusivity
Programming Languages:
Python, C++, JavaScript, SQL, HTML, CSS/SCSS
Programming Frameworks:
React, React Native, Node.js
Developer Tools:
Firebase, Cloudflare, Netlify, Git, GitHub, iOS, Android, Yarn, NPM
Programming Libraries:
Tailwind, Bootstrap
Productivity Tools and OS:
MS Office, MS Teams, Google Suite, Jira, Adobe Photoshop, OBS Studio, Linux