The ever-upbeat Joseph Ellis, often seen sporting his trademark hat in the halls of Potomac Falls High School, is interesting in that he is a Mr. PFHS participant who was almost not in the pageant at all.  Ellis initially had little interest in this competition.  In fact, he did not even have any plans to participate at all.  However, after facing increasing pressure from peers and teachers alike, he ultimately gave in.

 “Actually my teachers told me I should do it. [laughs] They sort of forced me to,” said Ellis.

 Ellis’ dream date would be a surprise romantic dinner, and a trip on a limo to Washington, D.C., all the while being able to see bright stars and moonlight.  With additional interests spanning from beatboxing, poetry, and freestyling to socialization and simply walking, Ellis, who targets a future of saving money and going to college,  promises to bring an interesting dynamic to the competition this year.

1. What can people expect from you at Mr. PFHS?

“I can’t be handing out secrets like that [laughs], but they can expect a very big surprise.”

2. Give the history of your life in one sentence.

“My life has been risky.  I take risks.”

3. What is your personal motto?

“Stay focused.”

4. What song defines you?

“Ambition” by Wale and Meek Mill.

5. What is your favorite movie?

“Lethal Weapon and Braveheart, both with Mel Gibson.”

6. Who would play you in a biopic?

“Will Smith.  He’s energetic and humorous like me.”

7. If you could have anything you wanted right now, what would it be?

“I would like to have my high school diploma.”

8. What do you have to say to anyone reading this?

“Always be yourself.  Never let negativity change your personality.”

9. Why do you always wear the hat?

“It’s just who I am [laughs].  It fits my style.”

10. Where would you rather be right now?

“I would love to be home right now [laughs].”

11. If you could be anything, what would you be?  Why?

“I would be a pro pool player, because of the money, and because I get to travel.”

12. What tv show do you wish you could be on?

“Oh, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air! [laughs] That’s a life dream.”

13. What is a bad habit you have?

“Getting distracted in school.”

14. If you could pass any law you wanted and people had to follow it, what would it be?

“Legalize marijuana [laughs].  Can I say that?  I would reduce immigration restrictions.”

15. Which celebrity do you hate most?  Why?

“P. Diddy.  I heard he’s an a******.”

16. Who do you look up to?

“Denzel Washington.  He’s got a slick, smooth walk.  He’s the leadership type, so I’d look up to him.”

17. Drake or Kendrick Lamar?

“Drake.”

18. What is your favorite sport?

“I’d have to say swimming.”

19. What will you do after winning Mr. PFHS (if you do)?

“I’d be so hyped; I’d need a list.  I would backflip and pig out at my favorite restaurant.  I would also give my trophy to my family.”