February 27, 2026
Taylor Hamilton Has Big Goals, Steady Focus and a Heart for Healthcare
By Gina Horan
Taylor Hamilton Has Big Goals, Steady Focus and a Heart for Healthcare
Taylor Hamilton
My favorite classes: The classes I have enjoyed the most at Tavares High School are my Health Science class and my CNA class. These classes have helped me learn more about the human body, patient care and the responsibilities that come with working in healthcare.
The teacher who stood out: Ms. Huff has made such a big impact on me. She truly cares about her students and always makes sure we get the help we need to achieve our goals.
Pushing through the hard days: When school feels challenging, I think about my future. Challenges are like climbing a mountain. Life will always be difficult at times, but as long as you put in the effort, there will be a reward at the end of the journey.
What’s next: After graduation, I plan to become a pediatric nurse or a certified registered nurse anesthetist.
Why FAMU feels right: I choose to attend Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University because it aligns with my academic goals and offers the support I’m looking for. It also allows me to continue my family’s legacy, as many have attended that university.
Behind the scenes: My family has influenced my goals and my approach to school by introducing me to different career paths, giving me access to helpful resources and supporting me through thick and thin.
Words to live by: Time doesn’t wait on anyone and youth doesn’t last forever. Live your life to the fullest.
A misconception: Many people might assume that I’m mean based on my serious facial expressions, but I’m very approachable and really a sweetheart once you get to know me.
Humbling: It means so much to be recognized by my school for my hard work and achievements. Throughout my educational journey, I’ve tried to stay out of the limelight, but it’s also nice to know that even without being in the forefront, someone still noticed my efforts.
Photos: Nicole Hamel
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Gina moved to Central Florida in August 2021 from the San Francisco Bay Area. She has a degree in linguistics and worked as a fashion editor, photo stylist lifestyle columnist and food writer for the Knight Ridder Newspaper Group. She also covered and photographed music festivals, fashion shows and sports throughout Northern California. In 2000, she joined KSAN radio as a morning show co-host and produced the news and sports content there for four years. She later covered travel, events and the restaurant scene for KRON-Bay TV. A veteran bartender, Gina has worked in hospitality on and off since high school. She has been with Akers Media since 2022 and hosts the Healthy Living Central Florida podcast. Her passions include travel, road trips, baseball, history books and podcasts, tasting menus and arriving in a new city without a map or guidebook.
