High School: Was a state qualifier in the 100-meter hurdles while at Harrison High School in Colorado Springs, Colo. ... Was a four-year varsity member of the track and volleyball teams ... Graduated in the top 7 percent of her class with a 4.02 GPA ... Was a member of the all-academic state team ... Was a member of National Honor Society, French Club, Student Government, MESA, and Link Crew.

Personal: Daughter of April and Randy Bertram ... Has two older siblings: Candise and Kyle ... Plans to major in Bio-chemistry and someday earn a job in the medical field ... Enjoys playing sports and hanging out with friends.