As a freshman:
Natalie earned a time of 37.31 in the 50 freestyle on 12/4/09, notched a time of 45.89 in the 50 backstroke on 1/16/10 and a time of 1:39.49 in the 100 backstroke on 1/24/10.

High school:
Natalie was valedictorian of her high school, as well as earned honors as a member of JROTC.