Growing up I was constantly the oldest child in most family settings. Considering my age gap to my brothers and cousins there was, and continues to be, certain responsibilities needed to be maintained. My goal is to be a mentor and catalyst for my younger cousins and brothers to be outstanding in whichever career they choose to go into. Working with kids has been my calling for as long as I can remember. When I was young I would find different ways to teach my younger cousins what I had learned in school the previous year. In my academic career I began to take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonsten’s Renaissance, alongside classes that helped me to be introduced to my career including Teacher’s Cadet and Children’s Literature. As the years came to pass, I began to have an internal battle with myself on how to accomplish being a good educator. In order to be a first grade teacher I looked into courses, certifications, degrees, and work studies that I may be able to apply for so I can be the best educator I can. My main career goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had, her name is Meg Ward. I was introduced to her my freshman year of high school in Renaissance club one Monday in August after school. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in me and my perspective on life. I learned to be kind not only to others but myself as well. She taught me that in order to grow I had to get uncomfortable and push my boundaries. When I first met her I was facing many battles mentally that I was too afraid to open up about them, yet she was there through it all. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. She helped to create an environment where I knew I had a trusted individual who I can go to for any problems whether it be academic, mental, or something out of my control in my personal life. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact educators and the community have on younger generations. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator as Meg Ward my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done.Thank you for your time and consideration.

Growing up as a darkskin, chubby, black girl in the south I was bullied for various reasons. I’ve been called just about every name in the book and it sticks with me to this day. I grew up hating myself so much that it hurt to look in the mirror. I isolated myself, I tried to starve myself, and I often prayed for God to take me in my sleep. I still struggle with this same mindset yet I know that my family is depending on me to be the example my younger cousins and brothers need. Every day that I get to live I am reminded that my purpose in life is so much bigger than how I feel about myself at the moment. If I want to help change the world and influence others to keep going, then I have to do so myself. I can’t keep telling others to love themselves when I do not feel the same internally. If I could go back to my past I would tell my younger self that everything is going to turn out fine. Struggling so deeply with mental health needs to be talked about and not locked away like I did. No one should have to fight mental battles with themselves every day. Knowing how much I struggled mentally and emotionally from a young age has influenced me to want to give back to my community in the ways I needed. I am going to keep living not just for myself, but to show others that it is possible. I wish I knew back then what I know now. I have the opportunity to take control over my own life. People in life will not always like or respect you, but that does not mean you shouldn’t love and respect yourself. Concluding, mental health is a very serious matter that has no linear improvements, yet is important to keep pushing forward.

Growing up I was bullied in and outside of school. Knowing that I had many younger cousins and my two brothers looking up to me, I felt a need to protect them and show them kindness that was not always granted to me. My goal is to be a mentor and catalyst for my younger cousins and brothers to spread kindness and love in a world filled with hatred. My three older cousins who I had to look up to, have not completed high school or obtained a GED because of their home life. My goal is to help kids who like them, do not have the same opportunities and motives to further their education in their homes. Working with kids has been my calling for as long as I can remember as if it encoded in my DNA. In my academic career I began to take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonsten’s Renaissance, alongside classes that helped me to be introduced to my career including Teacher’s Cadet and Children’s Literature. As I continue to take part in these community services my longing to be a good educator that lets her students know that kindness pays off continues to grow. In order to be a good first grade teacher I looked into courses, certifications, degrees, and work studies that I may be able to apply for so I can be the best educator I can. My main career goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had who is the definition of kind. I was introduced to Mrs. Ward my freshman year of high school one Monday in August after school. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in me and my perspective on life. I learned to be kind not only to others but myself as well. She taught me that in order to grow I had to get uncomfortable and push my boundaries. When I first met her I was facing many battles mentally that I was too afraid to open up about them, yet she was there through it all showing me kindness. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. She helped to create an environment where I knew I had a trusted individual who I can go to for any problems whether it be academic, mental, or something out of my control in my personal life. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact kind-hearted educators and the community have on younger generations. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator as Meg Ward my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done.Thank you for your time and consideration.

Growing up I was bullied in and outside of school. Knowing that I had many younger cousins and my two brothers looking up to me, I felt a need to protect them and show them kindness that was not always granted to me. My goal is to be a mentor and catalyst for my younger cousins and brothers to spread kindness and love in a world filled with hatred. My three older cousins who I had to look up to, have not completed high school or obtained a GED because of their home life. My goal is to help kids who like them, do not have the same opportunities and motives to further their education in their homes. Working with kids has been my calling for as long as I can remember as if it encoded in my DNA. In my academic career I began to take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonsten’s Renaissance, alongside classes that helped me to be introduced to my career including Teacher’s Cadet and Children’s Literature. As I continue to take part in these community services my longing to be a good educator that lets her students know that kindness pays off continues to grow. In order to be a good first grade teacher I looked into courses, certifications, degrees, and work studies that I may be able to apply for so I can be the best educator I can. My main career goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had who is the definition of kind. I was introduced to Mrs. Ward my freshman year of high school one Monday in August after school. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in me and my perspective on life. I learned to be kind not only to others but myself as well. She taught me that in order to grow I had to get uncomfortable and push my boundaries. When I first met her I was facing many battles mentally that I was too afraid to open up about them, yet she was there through it all showing me kindness. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. She helped to create an environment where I knew I had a trusted individual who I can go to for any problems whether it be academic, mental, or something out of my control in my personal life. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact kind-hearted educators and the community have on younger generations. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator as Meg Ward my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done.Thank you for your time and consideration.

The loss of a loved one is a pain I wish for no one to experience, yet unfortunately death calls no matter how old one may be. Since I was a very young girl, I would go with my grandparents to visit my grandmother’s sister. My great-aunt Aida was a wonderful woman. Anyone who had the privilege of meeting her would tell you the same. Her and my grandmother were extremely close, so by default I began to get close to her as the years passed. I remember how on every visit she would give me the biggest hugs every time I saw her. She would say, “I miss your cute little smile”, and I would reply, “and I missed yours”. Being so young I didn’t think I would ever give up our little saying, though unfortunately we had to. No longer did I get to receive her great big hugs or say our sweet little greetings, instead I saw her in a hospital room and not her cozy home. I can’t pinpoint the exact moment things began to change, but I will always remember the tears I shed when I realized our time together was coming to an end. Cancer, a small six letter word that holds so much meaning. Being young and innocent I did not know just how hard small words could hurt you. Cancer. It wasn’t a cold or the flu, my aunt had Cancer. The woman who I held so dear in my heart, would soon no longer be with me physically but only through memories. The hugs, smiles, and hairstyles she gave me are only with me through memories now. There are no more summer trips to her cozy home, but now to a chilly graveyard. I remember being young and loving how cozy and warm I always felt around her, then the hospital visits took its place. I never liked going to the hospital. I found myself hating how the doctors couldn’t make her feel better. Doctors were my superheroes yet they began to be my villains through a six letter word, cancer. My great-aunt Aida who used to give me great big hugs, smiles, and cute hairstyles could no longer do most things on her own because of that six letter word yet again, cancer. The person who was my rock needed me to be there for her. As I reflect on her last moments, I reflect on when I felt my love for her be the strongest. The woman who showed nothing but love and kindness to me even in her last moments on Earth continues to guide me everyday. Her strength, bravery, and kindness helped shape me into the young woman I am today. Losing her to the six letter word, Cancer, taught me to show a shorter word that is impactful in its own right, love. Death takes away our loved ones, but grief allows us to show love in a whole new way.

Growing up I was constantly the oldest child in most family settings. Considering my age gap to my brothers and cousins there was, and continues to be, certain responsibilities needed to be maintained. My goal is to be a mentor and catalyst for my younger cousins and brothers to be outstanding in whichever career they choose to go into. Working with kids has been my calling for as long as I can remember as if it was almost encoded into my genetic makeup. In my academic career I began to take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonsten’s Renaissance, alongside classes that helped me to be introduced to my career including Teacher’s Cadet and Children’s Literature. I began to have an internal battle with myself on how to accomplish being a good educator, albeit I produced a set goals for myself academically to help conquer future career tasks. In order to be a first grade teacher I looked into courses, certifications, degrees, and work studies that I may be able to apply for so I can be the best educator I can. My main career goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had, her name is Meg Ward. I was introduced to her my freshman year of high school in Renaissance club one Monday in August after school. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in me and my perspective on life. I learned to be kind not only to others but myself as well. She taught me that in order to grow I had to get uncomfortable and push my boundaries. When I first met her I was facing many battles mentally that I was too afraid to open up about them, yet she was there through it all. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. She helped to create an environment where I knew I had a trusted individual who I can go to for any problems whether it be academic, mental, or something out of my control in my personal life. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact educators and the community have on younger generations. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator as Meg Ward my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done.Thank you for your time and consideration.

Growing up I was constantly the oldest child in most family settings. Considering my age gap to my brothers and cousins there was, and continues to be, certain responsibilities needed to be maintained. My goal is to be a mentor and catalyst for my younger cousins and brothers to be outstanding in whichever career they choose to go into. Working with kids has been my calling for as long as I can remember as if it was almost encoded into my genetic makeup. In my academic career I began to take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonsten’s Renaissance, alongside classes that helped me to be introduced to my career including Teacher’s Cadet and Children’s Literature. I began to have an internal battle with myself on how to accomplish being a good educator, albeit I produced a set goals for myself academically to help conquer future career tasks. In order to be a first grade teacher I looked into courses, certifications, degrees, and work studies that I may be able to apply for so I can be the best educator I can. My main career goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had, her name is Meg Ward. I was introduced to her my freshman year of high school in Renaissance club one Monday in August after school. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in me and my perspective on life. I learned to be kind not only to others but myself as well. She taught me that in order to grow I had to get uncomfortable and push my boundaries. When I first met her I was facing many battles mentally that I was too afraid to open up about them, yet she was there through it all. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. She helped to create an environment where I knew I had a trusted individual who I can go to for any problems whether it be academic, mental, or something out of my control in my personal life. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact educators and the community have on younger generations. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator as Meg Ward my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done.Thank you for your time and consideration.

Growing up I was constantly the oldest child in most family settings. Considering my age gap to my brothers and cousins there was, and continues to be, certain responsibilities needed to be maintained. My goal is to be a mentor and catalyst for my younger cousins and brothers to be outstanding in whichever career they choose to go into. Working with kids has been my calling for as long as I can remember. When I was young I would find different ways to teach my younger cousins what I had learned in school the previous year. In my academic career I began to take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonsten’s Renaissance, alongside classes that helped me to be introduced to my career including Teacher’s Cadet and Children’s Literature. As the years came to pass, I began to have an internal battle with myself on how to accomplish being a good educator. In order to be a first grade teacher I looked into courses, certifications, degrees, and work studies that I may be able to apply for so I can be the best educator I can. My main career goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had, her name is Meg Ward. I was introduced to her my freshman year of high school in Renaissance club one Monday in August after school. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in me and my perspective on life. I learned to be kind not only to others but myself as well. She taught me that in order to grow I had to get uncomfortable and push my boundaries. When I first met her I was facing many battles mentally that I was too afraid to open up about them, yet she was there through it all. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. She helped to create an environment where I knew I had a trusted individual who I can go to for any problems whether it be academic, mental, or something out of my control in my personal life. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact educators and the community have on younger generations. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator as Meg Ward my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done.Thank you for your time and consideration.

Growing up I was constantly the oldest child in most family settings. Considering my age gap to my brothers and cousins there was, and continues to be, certain responsibilities needed to be maintained. My goal is to be a mentor and catalyst for my younger cousins and brothers to be outstanding in whichever career they choose to go into. Working with kids has been my calling for as long as I can remember. When I was young I would find different ways to teach my younger cousins what I had learned in school the previous year. In my academic career I began to take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonsten’s Renaissance, alongside classes that helped me to be introduced to my career including Teacher’s Cadet and Children’s Literature. As the years came to pass, I began to have an internal battle with myself on how to accomplish being a good educator. In order to be a first grade teacher I looked into courses, certifications, degrees, and work studies that I may be able to apply for so I can be the best educator I can. My main career goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had, her name is Meg Ward. I was introduced to her my freshman year of high school in Renaissance club one Monday in August after school. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in me and my perspective on life. I learned to be kind not only to others but myself as well. She taught me that in order to grow I had to get uncomfortable and push my boundaries. When I first met her I was facing many battles mentally that I was too afraid to open up about them, yet she was there through it all. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. She helped to create an environment where I knew I had a trusted individual who I can go to for any problems whether it be academic, mental, or something out of my control in my personal life. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact educators and the community have on younger generations. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator as Meg Ward my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done.Thank you for your time and consideration.

Finances seem to be one of the biggest issues in education, housing, food, and so many more problems that may seem small to others. When I was younger I took the initiative to try and teach my younger siblings and cousins what they will begin to learn in their upcoming school year. I made educational games, prize boxes, hands-on activities to do in the house and more to keep them engaged and excited. My goal has, and always will be, is to be a mentor for my younger cousins and brothers to be unbelievably outstanding in whichever career they choose to go into. Working with kids and teaching them to be leaders is my destiny. In my academic career I take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonsten’s Renaissance, alongside classes that introduce me to my career. Teacher’s Cadet, Sociology, Psychology, and Children's Literature have been very helpful. My main goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had, her name is Meg Ward. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in my perspective on life. The program helps students to contribute to their schools climate in a hands-on way. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. Her teaching has allowed students to become leaders in our schools and communities. In my career I hope to teach kids to advocate for themselves and others. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact educators and I hope to do the same for younger generations. In my classroom my students will feel welcomed, loved, heard, and seen. When children are surrounded with positivity they will feel more put in the effort needed in order to be successful in and outside of the classroom. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator and leader as those before me, my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done.

Growing up I was constantly the oldest child in most family settings. Considering my age gap to my brothers and cousins there was, and continues to be, certain responsibilities needed to be maintained. My goal is to be a mentor and catalyst for my younger cousins and brothers to be outstanding in whichever career they choose to go into. Working with kids has been my calling for as long as I can remember as if it was almost encoded into my genetic makeup. In my academic career I began to take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonsten’s Renaissance, alongside classes that helped me to be introduced to my career including Teacher’s Cadet and Children’s Literature. I began to have an internal battle with myself on how to accomplish being a good educator, albeit I produced a set goals for myself academically to help conquer future career tasks. In order to be a first grade teacher I looked into courses, certifications, degrees, and work studies that I may be able to apply for so I can be the best educator I can. My main career goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had, her name is Meg Ward. I was introduced to her my freshman year of high school in Renaissance club one Monday in August after school. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in me and my perspective on life. I learned to be kind not only to others but myself as well. She taught me that in order to grow I had to get uncomfortable and push my boundaries. When I first met her I was facing many battles mentally that I was too afraid to open up about them, yet she was there through it all. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. She helped to create an environment where I knew I had a trusted individual who I can go to for any problems whether it be academic, mental, or something out of my control in my personal life. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact educators and the community have on younger generations. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator as Meg Ward my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Growing up I was constantly the oldest child in most family settings. Considering my age gap to my brothers and cousins there was, and continues to be, certain responsibilities needed to be maintained. My goal is to be a mentor and catalyst for my younger cousins and brothers to be unbelievably outstanding in whichever career they choose to go into. Working with kids has been my calling for as long as I can remember as if it was almost encoded into my genetic makeup. In my academic career I began to take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonsten’s Renaissance, alongside classes that helped me to be introduced to my career including Teacher’s Cadet and Introduction to Education. I began to have an internal battle with myself on how to accomplish being a good educator, albeit I produced a set goals for myself academically to help conquer future career tasks. In order to be a first grade teacher I looked into courses, certifications, degrees, and work studies that I may be able to apply for so I can be the best educator I can. My main career goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had, her name is Meg Ward. I was introduced to her my freshman year of high school in Renaissance club one Monday afternoon after school. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in my perspective on life. I learned to be the kind person I am to others to myself. She taught me that in order to grow I had to get uncomfortable and push my boundaries. When I first met her I was facing many battles mentally that I was too afraid to open up about them, yet she was there through it all. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. She helped to create an environment where I knew I had a trusted individual who I can go to for any problems whether it be academic, mental, or something out of my control in my personal life. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact educators and the community have on younger generations. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator as Meg Ward my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done.

Growing up I was constantly the oldest child in most family settings. Considering my age gap to my brothers and cousins there was, and continues to be, certain responsibilities needed to be maintained. My goal is to be a mentor and catalyst for my younger cousins and brothers to be unbelievably outstanding in whichever career they choose to go into. Working with kids has been my calling for as long as I can remember as if it was almost encoded into my genetic makeup. In my academic career I began to take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonstens Renaissance, alongside classes that helped me to be introduced to my career including Teacher’s Cadet and Introduction to Education. I began to have an internal battle with myself on how to accomplish being a good educator, albeit I produced a set goals for myself academically to help conquer future career tasks. In order to be a first grade teacher I looked into courses, certifications, degrees, and work studies that I may be able to apply for so I can be the best educator I can. My main career goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had, her name is Meg Ward. I was introduced to her my freshman year of high school in Renaissance club one Monday afternoon after school. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in my perspective on life. I learned to be the kind person I am to others to myself. She taught me that in order to grow I had to get uncomfortable and push my boundaries. When I first met her I was facing many battles mentally that I was too afraid to open up about them, yet she was there through it all. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. She helped to create an environment where I knew I had a trusted individual who I can go to for any problems whether it be academic, mental, or something out of my control in my personal life. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact educators and the community have on younger generations. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator as Meg Ward my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done.

Finances seem to be one of the biggest issues in education, housing, food, and so many more problems that may seem small to others. When I was younger I spent much of my summer time trying to teach my younger siblings and cousins what they will begin to learn in their upcoming school year. I made educational games, prize boxes, hands on activities to do in the house, and outside observations to keep them engaged and excited. My goal has, and always will be, is to be a mentor and catalyst for my younger cousins and brothers to be unbelievably outstanding in whichever career they choose to go into. Working with kids has been my calling for as long as I can remember as if it was almost encoded into my genetic makeup. In my academic career I began to take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonsten’s Renaissance, alongside classes that helped me to be introduced to my career including Teacher’s Cadet and Introduction to Education. My main career goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had, her name is Meg Ward. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in my perspective on life. The program helps students to contribute to their schools climate in a hands on way. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. Her style of teaching allowed us as students to see that certain things that go on in and outside of school has a reason and it is not always in our control. In my style of teaching I hope to make kids think better about themselves and be nicer to those around them. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact educators and I hope to do the same for younger generations. In my classroom my students will feel welcomed, love, heard, and seen. When children are surrounded with positive actions and reactions they will feel more comfortable in putting in the work they need to do in order to be successful in and outside of the classroom. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator as Meg Ward my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done.

Growing up I was constantly the oldest child in most family settings. Considering my age gap to my brothers and cousins there was, and continues to be, certain responsibilities needed to be maintained. My goal is to be a mentor and catalyst for my younger cousins and brothers to be unbelievably outstanding in whichever career they choose to go into. Working with kids has been my calling for as long as I can remember as if it was almost encoded into my genetic makeup. In my academic career I began to take part in service organizations such as BETA, National Honor Society, and Jonsten’s Renaissance, alongside classes that helped me to be introduced to my career including Teacher’s Cadet and Introduction to Education. I began to have an internal battle with myself on how to accomplish being a good educator, albeit I produced a set goals for myself academically to help conquer future career tasks. In order to be a first grade teacher I looked into courses, certifications, degrees, and work studies that I may be able to apply for so I can be the best educator I can. My main career goal I have is to help children who may be struggling academically or in their personal life. This goal is influenced by one of the many great teachers I have had, her name is Meg Ward. I was introduced to her my freshman year of high school in Renaissance club one Monday afternoon after school. She introduced me to the Leadership program that has fueled much change in my perspective on life. I learned to be the kind person I am to others to myself.She taught me that in order to grow I had to get uncomfortable and push my boundaries. When I first met her I was facing many battles mentally that I was too afraid to open up about them, yet she was there through it all. Mrs. Ward is the type of teacher I can only strive to be like, for I have not met anyone as kind and invested into helping students of all backgrounds as she is. She helped to create an environment where I knew I had a trusted individual who I can go to for any problems whether it be academic, mental, or something out of my control in my personal life. The leader I have become is evidence on the influence and the impact educators and the community have on younger generations. Yet, in order to complete the idea of being as good as an educator as Meg Ward my finances need to be set. Having access to financial assistance allows me to attend a college or university to get a degree and help the upcoming generations as many great educators before me have done.