Eva Katz

Student Leader · Athlete · Community Builder Pomfret School, Class of 2026

I am committed to building community, leading with purpose, and creating spaces where every student belongs.

About Me

I am a junior at Pomfret School in Pomfret, Connecticut, where I have built a record of leadership across student government, residential life, athletics, and national extracurricular organizations. Over three years as a boarding student, I have consistently taken initiative — not only filling leadership roles, but creating them.

Whether organizing the first Culture Fest in Pomfret's history, founding a national BBYO chapter for boarding school students, or captaining a varsity field hockey team to a 9–3 season, I approach every endeavor with the same commitment: to lead with integrity, foster belonging, and leave things better than I found them.

Leadership & Student Government

Form Senator

Grade President (2023–Present).

Elected to represent my class in collaboration with school administration, I organize campus-wide programming including cookouts, karaoke nights, dodgeball tournaments, and board game socials.

Mentor-Mentee Program

President Pomfret School · 2023 – Present

I oversee new-student onboarding and orientation programming serving 200+ students annually, and build peer mentor relationships across all grade levels.

Vice President Pomfret School · 2022 – Present

I organize school-wide MLK Day workshops and collaborate with affinity groups across campus. I spearheaded two milestone events: the first Homecoming Dance and the first Culture Fest in Pomfret School history.

VOICE (DEI Group)
Jewish Student Union (JSU)

Vice President Pomfret School · 2022 – Present

I plan and execute Jewish cultural programming, fostering religious identity and community among students.

Residential Assistant

Pomfret School · Sophomore Year I supported dorm operations, peer conflict resolution, and residential community-building initiatives.

Team Captain Pomfret School · Junior Year

I led the varsity team to a 9–3 season record and cultivated a team culture centered on accountability, communication, and competitive excellence.

Field Hockey

Beyond the Classroom

BBYO — Boarding School Chapter

In December 2023, I founded the first-ever BBYO chapter dedicated exclusively to boarding school students — an initiative that did not exist before I created it.

Since its founding, I have held every major leadership role within the chapter: Mazkirah (VP of Communication), Gizborit (Treasurer), and N'siah (Chapter President). Under my leadership, the chapter has grown in membership, expanded its programming, and established a presence at regional and international BBYO events.

I have attended the Chapter Leadership Training Conference (CLTC), International Leadership Training Conference (ILTC), International Convention, and August Executive Conference.

Community Service

Blood Drive Organizer

I coordinated a bi-annual blood drive on campus (Junior Year), managing logistics, volunteer coordination, and student outreach.

Magen David Adom Fundraiser

During my Freshman Year, I raised $550 in support of Magen David Adom through independent fundraising efforts.

I participated in an international service immersion program, contributing to community development projects abroad.

Stand Up Adventure Costa Rica

Clubs & Organizations

  • Key Club — I provided campus tours for prospective families

  • Advancement Student Board — I supported alumni outreach and engagement

  • Penny's Flight Club — I raised awareness for NF Research

  • Cinderella Project — I helped provide free prom dresses to students in need

  • Colors for Cancer Club — I participated in cancer awareness fundraising