My Story

Hi! I am David Ma! Welcome to my ABOUT PAGE!

Here are some of the places I’ve lived.

Journey through Life

  • 🌏 Born in Shanghai, China, lived there until May 25, 2017
  • ✈️ Moved to San Diego, USA at age 8
  • 📚 Learned English and adapted to a new culture in about 4 years
  • 🏫 Attended 3 different elementary schools in San Diego County (moving, bullying, graduation)
  • 🏫 Went to Oak Valley Middle School, where I made new friends and grew my hobbies
  • 🏫 Currently a student at Del Norte High School (age 16)

Hobbies and Interests

I’ve developed a lot of hobbies while growing up in both China and the U.S.:

  • ♟️ Chess
  • 🎨 Drawing
  • 🦢 Origami
  • 🎮 Playing video games
  • 🥾 Hiking
  • ⚽ Playing soccer

🦐 Favorite Food 🍪

Cookie Sushi Jjamppong

Favorite Food

  • 🍜🌶️🦀Jjamppong(Korean Spicy Seafood Noodles)
  • 🍲Italian style Zuppa Toscana Soup
  • 🍪Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • 🍣Sushi
  • 🍛Japanese Curry
  • 🍗Kentucky Fried Chicken

Accomplishments

Art Accomplishment 1 Art Accomplishment 2

Achievements 🏆

Throughout my journey, I’ve worked hard to grow in both academics and hobbies, and I’m proud of a few milestones:

  • 🎨 Art Competitions — Won multiple San Diego–area art contests, showcasing my creativity and unique style.
  • ♟️ Chess Tournaments — Competed and placed in several local tournaments, building strategy and focus.
  • 🌟 Personal Growth — Learned to adapt to a new country and culture, while discovering passions that continue to inspire me every day.

Nature

I also love the Nature and its wonderful landscapes!

Nature Photo

Closing

My journey has been full of change — from Shanghai to San Diego — but I’ve learned to adapt, find new passions, and grow along the way.

I hope you found my story interesting!