The Washington Journalism and Media Conference

MAXIMO LEGASPI

Maximo Legaspi is a senior at DeMatha Catholic High School in Hyattsville, Maryland. He began his work as a journalist as a student writer for his school’s newspaper, the Stagline, and eventually worked his way up to becoming the editor-in-chief. Outside of his work as a journalist, he serves as the President and co-founder of his school’s Asian-American Club, the co-captain of the Cross Country team, and more. In his spare time, Maximo enjoys playing guitar, listening to music, writing, fashion, and talking to his friends. In the future, Maximo hopes to become a journalist covering hard-hitting news across the world, and hopes to one day run for office so he can work to make the world a better place.