Ripping plastic off a pen for a spring, scavenging for cardboard, and immersing myself in electronics at a young age were early signs of something bigger: a passion for engineering. My first “invention” when I was five, was a pair of makeshift onion goggles to protect my mom’s eyes from stinging after cutting onions. They didn’t work but, they sparked something that did: the joy of solving problems and creating with purpose. At age four, I was diagnosed with leukemia. At eight, the cancer returned. Both battles took a toll: fatigue clouded my learning, and I was pulled from school for long stretches of time. I felt isolated, like I was falling behind, my brain was betraying me just when I wanted to grow. But I fought my way back, rebuilding my academic foundation in middle school. It wasn’t easy, it’s extremely hard to move forward when the foundation of your education is ruined, but by high school, I had pushed myself into advanced STEM courses, stayed focused, and eventually obtained a 3.9 GPA. And I’ve never stop pushing, in tenth grade, I suffered a blood clot in my brain and came dangerously close to a stroke. Despite the fear, I returned to school the next day after being released from the hospital. That experience reinforced that resilience is about rising again, no matter the setbacks. I’ve learned that nothing is too much to overcome. Cancer taught me to fight for my dreams, but it also reminded me how fragile life is. That’s why engineering has also become my way to give back. I’ve already made an impact by supporting my cancer community through speeches and aid in an auction. I’ve also accumulated over 80 service hours at school, knowing that helping others is just as important as personal success. That purpose took clearer shape through my experiences in my school’s Technology Student Association, where my team advanced to the state level with a research project on microplastics. We discovered staggering data, which made it clear that engineers are key to addressing global challenges. Motivated by this, I designed a litter-collecting robot with a vacuum and sweeper system for the RISE competition. It was simple but effective, proving that innovation doesn’t have to be flashy it just needs to solve real problems. Now, I’m imagining even bigger ideas, like a voice-activated walking stick to help blind individuals navigate more independently. Assistive technology is a field where creativity meets compassion, and I want to be part of that transformative change. Looking ahead, I plan to pursue mechanical engineering. College will be my next lab a place where I’ll gain the tools to match my ideas and turn them into breakthroughs. I want to design with humanity in mind, whether it’s clean energy systems, medical devices, or sustainable developments. To me, engineering isn’t just a profession; it’s a moral calling. I believe it’s my duty to use my skills to improve lives. But I know that talent and passion aren’t always enough. As the daughter of a single mother, I’ve grown up without the financial resources that make college more accessible. There’s no college fund or savings to fall back on. Every opportunity I pursue, I must work hard to earn. This scholarship isn’t just helpful it’s essential. I’m doing everything I can to build a future in engineering, and I’ll keep pushing for my dreams and use STEM as a force for good. I’m not just applying for a scholarship. I’m fighting for the chance to build a better world one invention, one breakthrough, one life-changing idea at a time.

At the age of four, I was diagnosed with Leukemia, and again at eight. The physical effects of chemotherapy and the emotional toll of missing years of school were only part of the challenge. The hardest part was feeling left behind while my peers moved forward. But through it all, I was surrounded by incredible people: doctors, volunteers, nurses, and family who didn’t just treat me, but cared for me. They gave me strength when I had none. They showed me that survival isn’t just about enduring but about turning pain into purpose. That lesson became the foundation for my future. I wanted to be someone who, like those who supported me, could make a lasting difference. I began giving back in any way I could, completing over 80 hours of service in my community. Additionally, I have even donated art to a cancer fundraiser and spoke publicly about a camp that has changed the lives of cancer patients and survivors. I also raised over $300 through the Luv Michael program to support employment opportunities for individuals with autism. These weren’t just acts of service; they reflected the start of a personal promise to uplift humanity. The career I have always wanted to pursue is Mechanical Engineering. As I looked for ways to continue helping others in my future, I discovered that engineering could become my most powerful tool. It’s not just about building things; it’s about solving problems that matter. One of my biggest moments came when I created a modest litter-collecting robot prototype for the RISE competition, aimed at reducing pollution in my community. I also placed third at the regional level in the Technology Student Association’s biotechnology event, where my team researched the impact of microplastics and ongoing solutions to combat them. Each of these experiences revealed something profound: that I could use innovation to inspire impact. They showed me my potential to create, to lead, and to influence others. Now I know that the path I’m on, engineering and service, isn’t just my passion; it’s my responsibility. Growing up in a single-parent household with my twin sister, the financial strain has always been present. Even with a 3.98 GPA and unwavering dedication, the cost of college is a heavy weight. This scholarship would not only ease that burden but also allow me to fully focus on continuing my mission using engineering to create real, lasting change in the lives of others. So, I could pay forward the second chance I’ve received being a two-time cancer survivor, giving to my community. Every step I’ve taken from surviving cancer to serving society, and exploring engineering has proved to me that resilience is more than survival. It’s about turning hardship into purpose, using your story and skills to uplift others. True success doesn’t lie in individual achievement, but in the impact we make together. Through perseverance, compassion, and creativity, I’ve learned that I have the power not just to dream, but to build a future that benefits others one invention, one solution, and one act of kindness at a time.

As a two-time cancer survivor, I know the transformative power of community support. The love and kindness I received not only helped me survive but inspired me to give back. Over the years, I’ve donated art to cancer-related auctions, shared my story through local news, and publicly spoke to promote a camp for cancer survivors and patients. These experiences have given me a deep sense of purpose, showing me how much a single person’s efforts can impact others. In addition to these efforts, I’ve accumulated over 80 service hours, participating in clean-ups and volunteering for local initiatives. As an aspiring engineer, I want to combine my commitment to service with my passion for creating solutions. I first challenged myself in the Rise Competition, where I developed M-bot, a robot designed to autonomously clean up litter. This project, alongside my team’s research on tire microplastics with the Technology Student Association, reflects my goal to use engineering to create sustainable solutions that help both people and the planet. The Crawley Kids Scholarship would help me further my education, allowing me to build technologies that not only serve my community but give the Earth a second chance just like the one I’ve received.

I’ve been fighting for my future since I was four years old. That’s when I was first diagnosed with leukemia, fighting it again at eight. My childhood was a blur of hospital rooms, cognitive decline, and missed milestones. But what I remember most isn’t the pain it’s the people who showed up for me: peppy nurses, counselors who brought crafts, and a community that held me together when everything else felt like it was falling apart. That’s where my purpose was born not just to survive, but to give back, to build something better for people, for the planet, for anyone who needs a little extra help. Throughout my life, I’ve found ways to give back. I’ve donated art to cancer auctions, shared my story to raise awareness, and spoken publicly about a camp for cancer patients and survivors. I’ve also completed over 80 hours of community service for my school. Giving back has always been a part of who I am, and now, I want to take that same drive into engineering, where I can serve others not just through words, but through invention and impact. I’m 17 years old with a 3.98 GPA and a mission: to become a mechanical engineer who creates real-world solutions for real-world problems. One of those problems is accessibility. I’ve been sketching out an innovative walking stick for the blind that uses voice-activated features, designed to guide users with greater confidence. I believe assistive technology has incredible power to restore independence and dignity, and I want to be part of designing that future. I’m also invested in environmental sustainability because I want to find a way to clean our earth through technology. As part of my school’s Technology Student Association, my team reached the state level in biotechnology, researching the impact of microplastics and potential solutions. That project opened my eyes to the scale of the crisis and the opportunity for engineers to lead the charge in fighting it. I’ve already started working toward that future. For the RISE competition, I built a modest robot designed to clean up litter using a vacuum and sweeper system. It was simple but effective, reminding me that innovation doesn’t have to be flashy to be meaningful it just has to solve a problem. Through this project, I realized the potential I have for creating solutions once I receive the education to execute them properly. But this potential is limited by one major problem: how to pay for college. My mother has raised my twin sister and me on her own since my father passed away in an accident. She’s carried us through every hospital stay and setback, and now, she’s doing everything she can to help us both attend college. But with no savings and limited income, the burden is overwhelming. Despite my academic success, I’ve received minimal aid from my college. Scholarships like this one aren’t just helpful they’re essential. With support, I could focus on my education, pursue research and internships, and continue working toward the future I’ve fought so hard to reach. Most importantly, it would allow me to pay back the support I received when I needed it most. I don’t just want to be an engineer. I want to be the kind of engineer who builds a future where no one is left behind not the disabled, not the overlooked, not our beautiful earth. I’ve fought hard to get here. Now, I’m ready to build what comes next.

For some reason, I expected a movie about a girl making amends after an unexpected death to be comical but instead the movie, “Afterlife of the Party” moved me to tears. The film follows Cassie, a young party girl who dies suddenly after slipping in the bathroom. She wakes up a year later in a space between life and the afterlife and learns she must make amends with three people in five days to move on. Cassie left Earth with unresolved pain, and her guardian angel, Val, guides her to find healing before she can reach peace. What hit me hardest was the film’s core message: make the most of life before it's too late. As a 17-year-old two-time cancer survivor, I’ve had my share of health scares—scares that could have ended my story early (God forbid). Watching Cassie’s journey made me think deeply about how fragile and uncertain life really is. Unlike her, I’ve been given another chance, and I don’t want to waste it. Growing up, I attended a camp for young cancer patients and survivors. I met kids with stories like mine some of whom are no longer here. It’s terrifying to realize how real and close death can be. Cassie was only 22 when she died, full of potential and unfinished dreams. And in that moment, I saw myself in her. I realized that I, too, have so much promise, and I can’t afford to waste a single moment. After watching “Afterlife of the Party”, I stopped taking my life and capabilities for granted. I became more intentional about how I spend my time, focusing on building meaningful relationships and working even harder toward my goal of becoming an engineer. The movie reminded me that nothing is guaranteed, so I push myself to make a lasting impact in my community and dedicate myself to my studies in a way I hadn’t before. I want to earn a degree in mechanical engineering and develop technologies that change lives. Despite everything I’ve been through, I’ve maintained a 3.98 GPA, and I’m proud of the work I’ve put in to get here. But the path forward isn’t easy. My college has awarded very little financial aid. My mother is a single parent supporting both me and my twin sister, and every dollar goes toward bills and basic needs. There’s no college fund, only my drive and determination to make this happen. Whether it’s passing unexpectedly in five years (God forbid) like Cassie, or even at 100, I want to know that I left something meaningful behind. That I used my second chance to the fullest. I carry not only my dreams but the dreams of those who didn’t survive. I want to live in a way that honors them, so when my time comes, I won’t have to worry about making amends like Cassie. I hope I’ll pass on in peace, knowing I gave this life everything I had. In memory of the campers and staff from Camp Quality and Camp Periwinkle who are no longer with us. I hope to honor your stories through mine.

I’ve always been a fighter. Diagnosed with leukemia not once, but twice first at four years old, and again at eight I spent much of my early childhood in hospitals, enduring exhausting chemotherapy, cognitive side effects, and long absences from school. I often felt like life had set me impossibly far behind. But I refused to stay there. Over time, I rebuilt myself brick by brick, until I not only caught up, but thrived. Today, I am a 17-year-old student with a 3.98 GPA hoping to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering. While surviving cancer shaped me, growing up in a single-parent household taught me the importance of resilience. After my father passed away in a tragic accident, my mom carried the full weight of our family raising both my twin and me on a limited income. She was there every night in the hospital, sleeping in uncomfortable chairs, holding my hand through pain and uncertainty, all while caring for my sister and making sure the bills got paid. Her strength taught me what it means to never give up, even when everything feels impossible. Now, we’re preparing for college, and the financial pressure has never been heavier. Every dollar goes to basic needs. There’s no savings, no extended family support, and no backup plan. Despite my academic success, my college awarded me little financial aid. The thought of entering college under a mountain of debt after everything my family and I have fought through isn’t just overwhelming, it’s heartbreaking. Still, I remain hopeful. I’ve applied to every scholarship I can find, because I believe my story isn’t over. I want to attend college without the weight of financial fear, so I can focus fully on learning, taking on internships and research opportunities, and not just building a career but using a great force to develop real world problems whether it’s making devices more accessible for the disabled or developing sustainable technologies for the environment. My desire to study mechanical engineering is not just about building machines, it’s about creating real solutions that can improve lives, and I want to reflect the perseverance that’s been instilled in me. Cancer taught me to fight. My mom taught me to endure. And my own journey taught me that I’m capable of rising above anything with the right support behind me. Above all, I want to show my mom that everything she did mattered that her sacrifices created something beautiful. That I am, and always will be, fighting for the future she fought so hard to give.

I’ve always been a fighter. Diagnosed with leukemia not once but twice first at four years old and again at eight. I spent much of my early childhood in hospitals, enduring exhausting chemotherapy, cognitive side effects, and a lot of time away from school. I often felt like life had set me impossibly far behind. But I refused to stay there. I slowly rebuilt myself, brick by brick, until I not only caught up, but thrived. Today, I’m a 17-year-old student with a 3.98 GPA and a deep passion for mechanical engineering. But for all the battles I’ve fought and won, the one I now face which is paying for college feels just as overwhelming. My mom is a single parent raising two daughters my twin and me on a limited income. Ever since my father's passing when I was two, she has carried the full weight of our family. She was there every night in the hospital, sleeping in uncomfortable chairs, holding my hand through pain and uncertainty, all while continuing to care for my sister and hold down a job. Now, with both of us heading to college at the same time, the financial pressure has reached an entirely new level. Every dollar goes to bills and basic needs. Unlike my peers we have no savings. No support from extended family. No backup plan. Despite my academic achievements, my college awarded me very little aid. The idea of starting my college journey with tens of thousands of dollars in student loans after all me and my family battled is not just disheartening, it’s daunting. I’ve applied for every scholarship I can find, and I remain optimistic, because outside scholarships are my only path forward. Ultimately, it would be heartbreaking to face the reality of having to carry debt into a future that I fought so hard to reach. Receiving this scholarship would relieve this huge burden. Without the constant fear of financial strain, I’d be able to fully focus on my studies, take on opportunities like internships and research, and work toward my goal of creating innovative technologies that improve lives. I know I can do this. I’ll just need help from scholarships like this one to fully dedicate myself to my studies and above all, pay homage to everyone from my past who supported me as a child and gave me the strength to make it this far.

Ripping off the plastic on a pen for the spring, scavenging for cardboard, and tinkering with electronics were my earliest steps toward a lifelong dream: becoming an engineer. I was five when I tried to make my mom onion-odor protection goggles out of plastic and cardboard. They didn’t work, but something clicked. From that moment on, I was hooked on building and creating. Engineering gave me purpose, but I didn’t reach this dream without any challenges. I’m a two-time childhood cancer survivor. I was diagnosed once at the vulnerable age of four, and again at eight. Through chemotherapy, fatigue, "chemo brain," and years spent missing school, I struggled and fell behind, this created feelings of worthlessness. Yet, it was during middle school that I began to change everything. Gradually, I restored myself academically, emotionally, and physically. Now, as a 17-year-old with a 3.98 GPA and on the path to pursue a degree for mechanical engineering, I’ve surpassed the expectations I once thought impossible. The support I received during treatment inspired me to give back. I’ve donated artwork to cancer fundraisers, shared my story on the news, and spoken publicly to promote a camp for cancer patients and survivors. In addition, I raised $300 through the Luv Michael program, advocating for autism acceptance and inclusion. I’ve also accumulated over 80 service hours for school. Each of these actions is my way of paying forward the hope that others gave me when I needed it the most. As the child of a single mother, with my father deceased, affording college has been a significant challenge. Despite my hard work, my college has offered me minimal financial aid, and without additional support, attending would result in substantial debt. Having already faced two battles with cancer, maintaining a 3.98 GPA, and contributing to my community, I do not think starting my college journey with thousands of dollars in debt would be the best foundation for a future I’ve fought so hard for. This scholarship would provide essential financial relief, allowing me to focus on my studies and future goals without the burden of overwhelming debt. My goal is to work in mechanical engineering, developing innovative technologies that solve real-world problems and improve the lives of others. Cancer taught me how to fight. Engineering gave me something to fight for. I’m ready to take this drive and creativity into college, where I hope to build a future that not only advances my career but also makes a meaningful impact on the world.

Ripping plastic off a pen for the spring, scavenging for cardboard, and tinkering with electronics were my earliest steps toward a lifelong dream: becoming an engineer. I was five when I tried to make my mom onion-odor protection goggles out of plastic and cardboard. They didn’t work, but something clicked. From that moment on, I was hooked on building and creating. Engineering gave me purpose, but I didn’t reach this dream without facing significant challenges.​ I’m a two-time childhood cancer survivor. The first battle began at vulnerable age of four, and the second came at eight. Through chemotherapy, exhaustion, "chemo brain," and years spent missing school, I fell behind and struggled with feelings of worthlessness. Yet, it was during middle school that I began to change everything. Gradually, I restored myself academically, emotionally, and physically. Now, as a 17-year-old with a 3.98 GPA and a passion for mechanical engineering, I’ve surpassed the expectations I once thought impossible.​ The support I received during treatment inspired me to give back. I’ve donated artwork to cancer fundraisers, shared my story on the news, and spoken publicly to promote a camp for cancer patients and survivors. In addition, I raised $300 through the Luv Michael program, advocating for autism acceptance and inclusion. I’ve also accumulated over 80 service hours for school. Each of these actions is my way of paying forward the hope that others gave me when I needed it the most. As the child of a hardworking single mother, with my father being deceased affording college has been a significant challenge. Despite my hard work, my college has offered me minimal financial aid, and without additional support, attending would result in substantial debt. Having already faced two battles with cancer, maintaining a 3.98 GPA, and contributing to my community, I do not think starting my college journey with thousands of dollars in debt would be the best start for the future I’ve fought so hard to have. This scholarship would provide essential financial relief, allowing me to focus on my studies and future goals without the burden of overwhelming debt.​ My goal is to work in mechanical engineering, developing innovative technologies that solve real-world problems and improve the lives of others. I plan to gain practical experience through internships, hands-on projects, and collaborations with innovative companies with the same vision as me. Cancer taught me how to fight. Engineering gave me something to fight for. I’m ready to take this drive and creativity into college, where I hope to build a future that not only advances my career but also makes a meaningful impact on the world.​

I never imagined that a midnight rush to the hospital for a high fever would lead me to a life-changing experience. "Your daughter has Leukemia," those four words changed my world forever. At the age of 8, I naively thought chemo would be a quick and easy fix, and I’d return to my normal childhood soon. After all, I had already been diagnosed with cancer when I was 4, and at that point, I felt invincible, immune to the harsh realities of life. But cancer had other plans. Diagnosed with leukemia for a second time, I faced the harsh realities of the disease yet again: hair loss, hospital stays, and the extreme fatigue that followed. "Chemo brain" was one of the worst parts imagine being asked what you had for breakfast just a few hours ago and not being able to remember. Though I couldn’t recall the details of my day, I’ll never forget the look of worry and helplessness in my mom’s eyes when I couldn’t remember the simplest things. I knew I wasn’t the same anymore. Cancer robbed me of my childhood and affected my education. I struggled with fatigue and poor cognitive function, leading to falling behind in class. The deep feeling of inadequacy followed me through elementary school, as I watched my classmates thrive while I was homeschooled or caught up on missed lessons. I felt like a burden. I was convinced that I would never amount to anything, and that my dreams were slipping away. But I refused to give up. Middle school marked the beginning of my comeback. It wasn’t easy, but I worked tirelessly to regain some sense of normalcy. By the end of 9th grade, I no longer needed accommodations, and I began pushing myself further by enrolling in upper-level courses, currently I even have an outstanding GPA of 3.98! Though concentration is still a challenge, I learned to adapt and persevere. For example, even when I had a blood clot in my brain in 10th grade, that nearly causing a stroke, I returned to school the very next day after leaving the hospital. Being a two-time cancer survivor has taught me resilience, strength, and perseverance in ways that no textbook ever could. It also sparked my desire to give back. Throughout high school, I have actively contributed to my community by supporting cancer-related causes. I’ve donated artwork for auctions, delivered a speech about my journey, and I even have been featured on the news promoting cancer awareness activities. I also have 80 service hours for my school! Today, as I near the four-year mark of being cancer-free, I am proud of how far I have come and the strength I have shown. Cancer has shaped my life in ways I never expected, but it has also given me a deep sense of purpose. I know that through my education and the community I am building, I can continue to help others who are struggling with the same challenges I’ve faced. As a daughter of a single mother with no funds for college, receiving this scholarship would provide me with the opportunity to pursue my dream of becoming a mechanical engineer. Engineering has always been my passion because it combines my two favorite things: building and creating solutions that can make a real difference in people's lives. I owe this chance to the support I’ve received from my family, mentors, and the community that helped me survive. It is because of these people that I am still here today, and I want to give back by helping others in the future.

This is a story of resilience and transformation one that began with the words "Your daughter has Leukemia." Those four words changed my world forever at only eight years old. After battling cancer at four, I thought I had faced my greatest challenge and was immune to harm. However, the reality was far different. I endured the harsh realities of being a typical cancer patient: losing hair, extreme fatigue, and the dreaded "chemo brain." To make matters worse, cancer undermined my education, and I struggled in school. Falling asleep in class mixed with grappling with cognitive difficulties made me feel like a disappointment in the eyes of my teachers. I hit a low moment in my life feeling worthless and believing I would never amount to anything. This all changed when I got to middle school. I worked tirelessly to reach some form of normalcy. By the end of 9th grade, I had reached a point where I no longer required accommodations. This was just the beginning however with this determination, I transformed myself, and through diligence and a multitude of extracurriculars, I have accomplished many things. Academically I made it into National Honor Society, I made honor roll a couple of times, and I have a 3.97 unweighted GPA. Outside of academics, I was heavily involved in STEM clubs to explore my growing passion for the field. I participated in the First Tech Competition (FTC) and found immense gratification in learning STEM principles hands-on and becoming more outgoing, connecting with like-minded peers. Transitioning to a new school opened even more doors for me. I joined my new school's robotics team, and I got to compete in the First Robotics Competition (FRC), with larger robots. I became an integral part of helping design and create our claw for the season and even contributed to helping create our electrical board. In addition to Robotics, I joined the Technology Student Association (TSA) in my 10th-grade year, and I got the opportunity to compete in even more STEM events tailored to my interests. From here, my journey continued to flourish as I was elected Secretary for TSA in my Junior year. Besides becoming Secretary, I was also one of only five members to advance to our state competition that year. To advance I got 3rd place in Biotechnology, but I also got 5th place for Manufacturing Prototype and 9th place for Board Game Design. Each of these accomplishments filled me with pride, reflecting the hard work and dedication I had invested. Further in my high school journey, I was honored to be elected President of TSA and the Safety/Marketing captain of Robotics. These leadership roles not only validated my efforts but also allowed me to shape the future of my favorite clubs. I transformed from a girl facing the challenges of cancer, yearning for a brighter future, into a confident individual with a wealth of accomplishments. While I am not perfect, I take pride in my achievements which are all significant considering the obstacles I’ve faced. The determination and resilience I developed during my cancer journey continue to guide me as I strive for success in both my academic and personal life to lead me to becoming an amazing engineer one day. With this schlorship I hope I can countinue to foster my drive by paying for college. As a daughter of a single mother there is no money to spare for college and I would appreciate this opportnity to aid in affording the best education I can get. Thank you for reading have a great day!!

I am indebted forever. My mom had done so much for me, it would take infinite lifetimes to pay her back. To start, she is a single mom, and I know raising me was not easy. My Dad died suddenly in an accident when I was 2 and my mom had two girls to take care of. I can't imagine how hard it must have been to lose your partner and be completely defeated yet have to stay strong for two impressionable young girls. She kept us together with strength and grace, and she always made sure I had everything I needed. This is just the beginning of the story, however, because she also had another roadblock to cross. Unfortunately, I was diagnosed with Leukemia at four, I know this had to be another bullet to her heart as she just lost her husband and had the possibility of losing her daughter as well. She never showed her pain, and I am thankful she was strong for both of us. I got through my battle with cancer, but sadly this was not the end of her adversity. I ended up getting cancer again at 8, but yet she again went above and beyond to take care of me. I know it hit her hard and it must have felt like the nightmare was never going to end, but she never gave up on me. She slept on tiny couches, so I would not be alone in the hospital, changed my pick line every night, and got me through some horrific side effects of the chemo. I learned a lot from my 17 years on earth with my mom, how to be strong, the importance of being kind, having a strong drive, true unconditional love, and many more. Now, with the skills she taught me, I am confident that one day, I can be the extraordinary person she is and show her my gratitude for never giving up on me or our family. I already have a great start as I was able to use this extraordinary skill set to fuel my STEM dreams. I learned how to be diligent with everything I did. I studied extremely hard and reached wonderous academic goals. I drove myself to be my best striving for perfection in everything I had done. I am graduating with a 3.9 unweighted GPA and I know this is just the beginning because I am set on having as much of an impact on the world as she had on me.

Ripping plastic off a pen for a spring, scavenging for cardboard, and immersing myself in electronics from a young age were all early signs of my true passion: engineering. Building has always been in my heart. My first memory of being a budding engineer was when my mom complained about her eyes stinging from cutting onions. I thought I could make her some goggles and immediately went to find some plastic and cardboard. I manipulated the materials to make some rather faulty goggles and gave them to my mom. It was a foolish act, but I was at most 5 and was just entering a whole new world of creation and innovation. Even if I was oblivious and I did not make anything of worth I still look at this memory fondly because I had just found my livelihood. At this point, I knew what I wanted to be in my life, and I consider myself to be incredibly lucky to find such a purpose at such an early age. This is because from that moment I had a lifelong dream of just building and learning for the preparation of my future. I would always think of multiple things to build. Every Christmas, I would eagerly ask for multiple robotics and science kits and I would learn as much as I could with every kit I got. I knew it was unusual to ask for such items, but gifts gave me such a warm feeling in my heart. I now realize that this warm feeling was everlasting, and a clear indication of my destiny to go into this field and accomplish wondrous things. Amputee technology, Humanoid robots, robots to aid the elderly, robots to do grueling tasks...I want to be a part of all of it. This way I would find purpose in building a multitude of machines that can create a meaningful impact on society. This drive will lead me never to lose my passion and I WILL accomplish something truly amazing.

You know what's scary math... it is everywhere. In our buildings, bridges, finances, etc. So, over the many years in school, I learned to gain an appreciation for everything Math can do. Without it the basis of everything would be destroyed. Think about a random thing like a piece of paper. As we all know we have to use trees to get paper and how does that work...through chemical processes...and what is the foundation for chemistry... MATH! The machines that also produce the paper were engineered with math as well. And don't forget the dimensions of paper, how would we get multiple pages of the same size without math! Beside the significance math why do I love it specifically. Well, I love how there is always a way to get the right answer and you usually know when you are wrong. You can plug things back in equations and see if they work out or simply do the problem again and see if you get the right answer again. In this way math is less up for interpretation because there is only one right answer. That makes it easy for me because I love when I can solve a problem and get a clear answer. On top of that I love money. Math is a part of that too whether it is adding up costs or savings, calculating taxes and tips, or even figuring out interest rates. Understanding math can help you earn money, and I would not mind being rich. Lastly math is a part of my future career in STEM. I want to become an engineer, so of course I got to love math. Whether I am calculating trusses, figuring out gear ratios, or maybe using some multiplication/division for Ohm's law, math is going to be there helping me be the best engineer I can be. So, I will continue learning and hope one day I can use math to make the world a better place.

I ASPIRE to be an engineer one day. I consider myself to be incredibly lucky to find such a purpose at such an early age, now I have a dream of just building and learning for the preparation of my future. These days I would think of multiple things to build. I asked for multiple robotics and science kits and worked my way up from there. I would learn as much as I could with every kit I bought and every Christmas I would ask for something to help me make more creations. I knew it was weird to ask for things like a pack of duct tape or bearings, but these things made me have a warm feeling in my heart. Using this spark, I know that I want to build things to help people one day. I have already come up with a lot of ideas and I keep them in a notes tab on my phone. From making a better walking stick for the blind with a voice to something to attach to cups to help them from falling off tables. I have even entered into the RISE competition this year with a little prototype of a robot that can help clean up trash called M-bot. These is the main reason why I want to have the best education from hopefully a bachelor’s degrees in mechanical or electrical engineering so one day I will have the knowledge to build all my great ideas. Even better I can help other companies work on projects and machines to make our world a better place. There are tons of problems to be solved and I want…no am DESPERATE to try to get out there and help solve them. I already know I have a good start on my engineering journey as I was able to make a lot of interesting things to my heart’s content. Three Rube Goldberg machines, a cardboard house, multiple robots from kits, and many more. I spent summers building a range of objects and have many memories that will help shape me to be a great engineer one day. I even have an inventor's notebook filled with things I learned and made in the summer of 2020. Today I have 4 years of engineering classes, I am involved in all my school STEM clubs, and I am a great student with a 3.97 GPA. Not to mention I was the only girl in my engineering class and was able to go to state for Technology Student Association this year along with only 4 other students from the school (which I was the secretary for and was elected to be president for next year). I am so proud of everything I did and have created and that I put so much work toward my passion, I know it is going to pay off and this scholarship can help be one step towards this because it will help me go to an amazing college and get a degree to help me become who I want to be. A woman of the world, building a better world.

I ASPIRE to be an engineer one day. I consider myself to be incredibly lucky to find such a purpose at such an early age, now I have a dream of just building and learning for the preparation of my future. These days I would think of multiple things to build. I asked for multiple robotics and science kits and worked my way up from there. I would learn as much as I could with every kit I bought and every Christmas I would ask for something to help me make more creations. I knew it was weird to ask for things like a pack of duct tape or bearings, but these things made me have a warm feeling in my heart. Using this spark, I know that I want to build things to help people one day. I have already come up with a lot of ideas and I keep them in the note's app on my phone. From making a better walking stick for the blind with a voice to something to attach to cups to help them from falling off tables. I have even entered into the RISE competition this year with a little prototype of a robot that can help clean up trash called M-bot. These is the main reason why I want to have the best education from hopefully a bachelor’s degrees in mechanical or electrical engineering so one day I will have the knowledge to build all my great ideas. Even better I can help other companies work on projects and machines to make our world a better place. There are tons of problems to be solved and I want…no am DESPERATE to try to get out there and help solve them. I already know I have a good start on my engineering journey as I was able to make a lot of interesting things to my heart’s content. Three Rube Goldberg machines, a cardboard house, multiple robots from kits, and many more. I spent summers building a range of objects and have many memories that will help shape me to be a great engineer one day. I even have an inventor's notebook filled with things I learned and made in the summer of 2020. Today I have 4 years of engineering classes, I am involved in all my school STEM clubs, and I am a great student with a 3.97 GPA. Not to mention I was the only girl in my engineering class and was able to go to state for Technology Student Association this year along with only 4 other students from the school (which I was the secretary for and was elected to be president for next year). I am so proud of everything I did and have created and that I put so much work toward my passion, I know it is going to pay off.

I ASPIRE to be an engineer one day. I consider myself to be incredibly lucky to find such a purpose at such an early age, now I have a dream of just building and learning for the preparation of my future. These days I would think of multiple things to build. I asked for multiple robotics and science kits and worked my way up from there. I would learn as much as I could with every kit I bought and every Christmas I would ask for something to help me make more creations. I knew it was weird to ask for things like a pack of duct tape or bearings, but these things made me have a warm feeling in my heart. Using this spark I know that I wanna build things to help people one day. I have already come up with a lot of ideas and I keep them in a notes tab on my phone. From making a better walking stick for the blind with a voice to something to attach to cups to help them from falling off tables. I have even have entered into the RISE competition this year with a little prototype of a robot that can help clean up trash called M-bot. These is the main reason why I want to have the best education from hopefully a bachelor’s degrees in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering so one day I will have the knowledge to build all my great ideas. Even better I can help other companies work on projects and machines to make our world a better place. There are tons of problems to be solved and I want…no am DESPERATE to try to get out there and help solve them. I already know I have a good start on my engineering journey as I was able to make a lot of interesting things to my heart’s content. Three rube Goldberg machines, a cardboard house, multiple robots from kits, and many more. I spent summers building a range of objects and have many memories that will help shape me to be a great engineer one day. I even have an inventor's notebook filled with things I learned and made in the summer of 2020. Today I have 4 years of engineering classes, I am involved in all my school STEM clubs, and I am a great student with a 3.97 GPA. Not to mention I was the only girl in my engineering class and was able to go to state for Technology Student Association this year along with only 4 other students from the school (which I was the secretary for and was elected to be president for next year). I am so proud of everything I did and have created and that I put so much work toward my passion, I know it is going to pay off.