Michael Esquivel is a 16-year-old junior currently attending Colonia High School. He considers himself to be an active member of the school community, participating in the D.E.I. Committee, as well as the Colonia High School Marching Patriots. Currently, Esquivel has the role of lead trumpet. When he’s not at band rehearsal, Esquivel typically enjoys listening to music, drawing and writing. His dream is to attend Mason Gross School of the Arts to study graphic design after graduation. Long term, Esquivel hopes to stay in New Jersey and get a job in animation and spend time with his family and friends.