At Onehunga High School Praneeta was involved in a number of
aspects of school life on top of her academic workload, namely
debating and the Indian dance group. Praneeta's skills in
choreography are still being put to good use as she remains
involved in her local community through events such as Christmas
Parades, Diwali Festivals and the recent opening of the Onehunga
Train Station.
In choosing Praneeta for a First Foundation Scholarship, Gill
Naden from A+ Trust stated: 'We recognised that Praneeta was a
hardworking, family-oriented, deserving candidate'.
Praneeta's outstanding work ethic and care for others has led
her into studying Medicinal Chemistry through a Bachelor of Science
at The University of Auckland. Her goal is to undertake
Postgraduate study in Optometry. As she carries on with tertiary
study Praneeta continues to be the 'self-motivated, mature young
woman with a strong work ethic and a commitment to achievement at
the highest level' that her Yr 11 Dean at Onehunga High School
described her as in 2008.