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My name is Kayla Bass. When I was 3 days old, I was removed from my biological mother and placed in the foster care system. I’ve never knew her nor my father. I went through most of my life wondering why was life so hard for me and why no one loved me. I met an amazing social worker on my 18th birthday. For the 1st time, someone truly believed in me and gave me hope that I could do anything. My dream is to become and elementary school teacher and shower ever student in my class and otherwise with love, encouragement and hope. As a foster child, it is obvious I do not have any money set aside for college or supplies. I have applied for financial aid and student loans. At this time any amount in a scholarship I would truly be so grateful and appreciative. Thank you for allowing me to share my story.
Education
Capella University
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education
- Education, Other
- Education, General
Minors:
- Special Education and Teaching
Charles B Aycock High School
High SchoolMiscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Master's degree program
Graduate schools of interest:
Transfer schools of interest:
Majors of interest:
- Education, General
Career
Dream career field:
Education
Dream career goals:
Teach elementary education and special needs education
Preschool Teacher
The Goddard School, Raleigh NC2022 – Present2 years
Sports
Softball
Varsity2021 – 20232 years
Awards
- Yes
Track & Field
Junior Varsity2022 – 20231 year
Awards
- Sportsmanship Award
Research
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Lutheran Services Carolinas — Foster care intern2022 – PresentBiological and Physical Sciences
Self-motivated — Self-motivated2019 – Present
Arts
Dancing Divas of Destruction
DanceDance competitions; holiday parades2022 – Present
Public services
Advocacy
A strong advocate for other adopted, abused and neglected children such as myself — Advocate2018 – Present
Future Interests
Advocacy
Volunteering
Philanthropy
Entrepreneurship
Xavier M. Monroe Heart of Gold Memorial Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Zendaya Superfan Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Diverse Abilities Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Julie Holloway Bryant Memorial Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
A Man Helping Women Helping Women Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Youth Equine Service Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Essenmacher Memorial Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
1989 (Taylor's Version) Fan Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Learner Calculus Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Good People, Cool Things Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Innovators of Color in STEM Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Women in STEM Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Reginald Kelley Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Alicea Sperstad Rural Writer Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Chronic Boss Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Novitas Diverse Voices Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Girls Ready to Empower Girls
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Sacha Curry Warrior Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Sikora Drake Women in STEM Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Stephan L. Wolley Memorial Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla
Marie Humphries Memorial Scholarship
My name is Kayla Marie Bass. Currently, I am a first year undergraduate student at University of Phoenix, studying elementary education and special education. I am interested in entering this field because I feel education open doors for so many things, such as overcoming poverty, injustice, and family hardships.
At the age of only three days old, I was placed in the North Carolina foster care system. My biological mother was and still is highly addicted to crack cocaine. When I was born, I was positive for cocaine in my system, and was immediately taken away by the department of social services along with my two older brothers.
As a young girl, I moved around from foster home to foster home until finally at 10. I was blessed to have a stable home and foster parent to raise me. I still have never met my biological mother, but I have seen pictures of her. In my opinion I look just like her. I do not know who my biological father is so I have never had a relationship with him or his family.
My oldest brother became addicted to opiates at the age of 17. He immediately began committing crimes and by the time he was 19, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison. I rarely speak to my middle brother for he has his own family to support and since we never lived in the same home, we are not close at all.
In the state of North Carolina, at the age of 18, a child is no longer eligible for foster care services or benefits. I was basically told “it was nice having you around and I wish you luck in your future” along with my packed suitcase.
I met a foster care social worker many years ago along my journey, and when I turned 18, she opened her doors to me and allowed me to stay at her home to help me enroll in school and find a job to support myself. Being 18 years old, and having no family support is extremely difficult, but I am determined I will not be a statistic, and I will succeed.
I volunteer at a local foster care agency providing other children who are just like me with love, support, encouragement and hope. I try to participate in charities, as well as church activities, focused on children, because I am far too aware of what it feels like to be unwanted and as if I am a burden to others.
Currently, I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in early childhood education, but I would like to also focus on children with special needs. Recently, I was able to secure a full-time job at a childcare facility and for the first time in my life, I have my own home and most importantly, a bedroom that is just mine.
The purpose of my seeking scholarships and grants is to continue furthering my education and assist me with the unexpected expenses that comes along with college. Yes, I was a child born addicted to crack cocaine, and grew up in the difficulties of the foster care system. I do not feel sorry for myself, nor do I want anyone else to feel any pity for me. I am a survivor. I have hope, a firm belief in God, I have dreams and I am determined to reach every goal I set before myself. I would like to genuinely say thank you for your time and possible consideration. I truly hope to hear from you soon.
With love,
Kayla