First-year Lisa Martinez, a 10th grader, starts her journey in The Downey Legend as a photographer. Her love for photography began in the 5th grade and grew after being in the yearbook last year, where she enjoyed taking pictures and choosing positions. A birthday trip admiring nature lights inspired her even more to continue capturing moments.

Lisa plans to major in biology and hopes to become a chemical engineer, inspired by her sister’s dedication to her studies, who majors in biology. She also plays tennis, a sport she’s enjoyed since 5th grade, but is not on a team. Balancing school, work, and her hobbies, Lisa enjoys spending time with friends, trying new places, and hopes to be more social and continue improving herself. She is the youngest of three siblings, with one sister in college and two brothers, one in the army.