DA Senior Schuyler Parker Commits to Play Division 1 Water Polo for Iona University

Schuyler serves as Social Chair of the National Honor Society at DA, was the winner of DA’s 2024 STEM Expo, is involved in the DA Student Senate and the No Place for Hate student committee, and also serves as a student ambassador for the school. She has also played on DA’s high school volleyball and basketball teams and was recognized as the Defensive Player of the Year this fall. Schuyler has maintained an outstanding GPA throughout her high school career, has more than 240 volunteer community service hours as a stats keeper for the Air Force Academy Men’s Water Polo Team, and was recognized as a USA Water Polo Academic All-American for maintaining outstanding academic performance while competing at an elite level.

Schuyler has also been a member of the East High School varsity swim team for the past four years, earning a spot on the 5A State Team last year in the 100 Fly. Schuyler has been a driving force in Colorado water polo for the last 10 years, competing at the highest levels and traveling out of state 15+ times a year. She has been a member of the USA Water Polo Olympic Development Program Mountain Zone National Team since 2018. Last spring, Schuyler was named the Nick Johnson Inspiration Award winner by USA Water Polo. This season, she also serves as team captain, demonstrating exceptional leadership and commitment to her teammates and the sport. 

“Watching her dedication, resilience, and growth has been nothing short of inspiring,” said Schuyler’s parents, Peter and Bethany Parker. “We’ve been in awe of her journey and couldn’t be prouder of the person she has become. A heartfelt thank you to all of Schuyler’s coaches, teachers, and Denver Academy Head of High School, Mr. Wood, for your incredible guidance and support along the way." 

Looking ahead, Schuyler plans to pursue a degree in psychology with the goal of becoming a psychologist with the FBI.