Why I want to be in law as a police officer is a question I have asked myself many times, and I have clear reasons for my choice. Ever since I was a kid, I loved the idea of being an officer and working in first response. Of course, back then I didn't fully understand the risks and dangers that came with the job or the mental toll that many officers carry. At the time, I simply thought the job was about putting the bad guys away. Now that I am older and a senior in high school, I realize that being a police officer is much deeper and far more dangerous than I used to recognize. I have seen many videos of officers losing their lives to violent criminals. I have also seen police officers face public backlash even when they are just trying to do their jobs and protect others. Officers risk everything every single day. They wake up knowing that their time on shift could be cut short, but they still go out and answer the call. I have accepted that reality, and I am still ready to serve. My primary motivation is to protect the people that I love deeply, and to support families who have lost loved ones to violent crime. I want to help bring those criminals to justice and prevent future tragedies from happening in the future. This goal is also deeply personal to my family. Both my grandmother and her brother served in the law enforcement field. My grandmother worked as a correctional officer, while her brother spent his career as a detective and police officer, even running for constable at one point. Recently, I learned a much darker part of his story that moved me deeply. He had a son who was tragically shot and killed during an armed robbery over a pair of shoes. To honor his memory, my parents gave me his name, Alector, as my middle name. My grandmother was brought to tears when she learned they chose that name for me. Learning the history behind my middle name made my goal even clearer. I want to prevent tragedies like that from happening to other families, keep people safe, and help keep families together. I've told this to who i love, and I want them to help me set my goal of being a police officer and to make them proud.

The reason of attending college for me is for so many reasons. I want to better my future as well as the future of my future family by providing them financial stability and security. Moreover, I believe that receiving a college education will help me to achieve my carrier goals in the area of law enforcement, for instance enhancing my qualifications, opening the door to specialty areas, etc. Many require some type of college degree or college hours, so having a college degree will help me so much, even knowing it My ultimate career goal is to become a Texas State Trooper. Or a Police Officer. Therefore, enrolling in the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice is a significant step to achieving this goal. I will have to study for approximately four years before graduating. As a result, I should be about 21 years old when I graduate, which is probably the right age to join the Texas State Trooper. With my undergraduate degree, I will be able to improve my chances to be hired as a trooper. Furthermore, I intend to connect with several professional associations, including the Criminal Justice Student Association and American Criminal Justice Association. This will enable me to gain additional insight into the profession. In these organizations, I will find many like minded people with who I can share my goals and dreams about having a successful career in criminal justice, as well as fire arms training and resume help from many students and teachers, with many career fairs in law enforcement. Moreover, I will be able to gain new skills and marketable experience by engaging in such extracurricular activities as a student. As such, I will be able to utilize the contacts, experience, and knowledge that I get to prepare myself for the job market and go through the selection process for the Texas State Trooper successfully. While also being knowledgeable and well informed on the law, I want to be the best I can for my community. In conclusion, my goal is to use my college education and experience to prepare myself for a high quality career as a law enforcement officer. I intend to use the degree to further develop my professional knowledge, abilities, and skills. Ultimately, I hope to have a career in criminal justice that helps me become a role model for my future family while achieving my personal and professional goals.

As I approach my graduation from high school, I have begun to think about what I would like to pursue after my graduation. It is because of high school, which has enabled me to realize the benefits of education, that I have come to the conclusion that I need to continue my studies. Even though I have always dreamt of becoming a police officer and a Texas State Trooper, I am now determined to make it happen. My biggest achievement in my high school life is being admitted to college while still in high school. I am currently attending South Texas College for my dual classes where I have begun taking some of my courses such as the Psychology course while still in high school. This is the best thing that could have happened to me because the courses will enable me to be ahead of my batch when I graduate. The knowledge that I have gained while in college has helped me to understand that my interests may not always bring good results. However, it has become a motivation to me since I will meet the challenges of my desired course head-on. My time in high school has also helped me to understand what I would like to do after my graduation. I have the impression that college is not just a means of obtaining a degree but also a platform that people use to broaden their knowledge and enhance their skills to become better persons in their careers. Therefore, I intend to join the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and major in Criminal Justice to gain more skills in my field of study. I would also like to become a part of the Texas State Trooper since I have the determination, time, and energy that this career entails. I hope to be able to move forward in my career as I continue to pursue my passion while also earning a living. My wish to become a Texas State Trooper comes from the people closest to me. I grew up surrounded by correctional officers and police officers, including my grandma, who took great care of me when I was growing up. Grandma always taught me the value of caring for other people. My bio father’s mother is a correctional officer, and her brother is a police officer. These people have influenced my life in many ways, including my decision to pursue a career in policing. They have helped me to understand that I do not need to look big to make a difference but instead focus on how I can use my talents and skills to help others. I come from a humble background, and I therefore have sought scholarships and grants to help me with my college fees. I believe that pursuing my dreams should not be expensive, and I am determined to make a better life for myself without putting a financial burden on my parents. I am now in a position to make my dreams come true thanks to my high school life, which has helped me to grow from an aspiring adult to a mature and responsible adult who knows how to set goals and work hard to achieve them. I believe that my college journey will continue to challenge me to be the best that I can be while also helping me to become a leader in my community and in my career.

Ever since I was little, I have been interested in first responders. As a child, it never crossed my mind how great of a responsibility various types of first responders have to carry. All I knew was that I wanted to be a part of the group of people that could step in and help when they weren't able to help themselves. As I got older, that childish dream grew up with me and evolved into what I desire to do now: become a part of the law enforcement, specifically Texas State Troopers, in order to serve the people of my community. My family has had a big role in why I have chosen this career path. I was raised mostly by my maternal grandmother, who instilled in me the desire to cherish those who have chosen to care for me and show me the importance of their love. My biological father's mother was also a huge part in my life, as she is a correctional officer. Her brother, my great-uncle, is a police officer. Having parents that are first responders allowed me to realize at an early age that these jobs are not just for the enjoyment of the person but to truly serve the community with a great level of responsibility and love. One of the biggest challenges I currently face involves obtaining a college education. Coming from a poor household, affording the numerous amounts of bills that come with college is one of the furthest things from my grasp. I have had to learn that if I am to achieve my dreams, I will not just reach out and grab, but I will have to strategically and meticulously plan every step of the way to whatever it is I am striving to obtain. Instead of discouraging or deterring me from pursuing a college education, I have started off by applying for scholarships to assist me in this process. This experience has shown me that sometimes, in order to obtain a goal, it is important to show patience and organization. Life does not hand us everything at once, and sometimes we have to put ourselves out there in order to obtain what it is we need in order to grow. In addition to applying for scholarships, I have challenged myself and enrolled at South Texas College in order to get a head start on my college education while in high school. In doing this, I have learned to prepare myself for the responsibilities I will take on in college, as well as the environment I will be a part of. While I know I will face many difficult hurdles throughout my journey of obtaining a career in law enforcement, I have no doubt in my heart that these hurdles will prepare me to be the best Texas State Trooper I possibly could. While I have not obtained a professional career as a first responder yet, I have always had a passion for helping those around me in any way possible. Throughout my young life, I have always cherished the ability to help my peers and family in any situation I could. Being a first responder is much more than just a job. First responders are the hands and feet of our communities, helping to guide those who have lost their way and supporting those in times of need. I believe that in order to be a good first responder, you have to truly cherish helping those around you. My hopes for my career path involve attending Univeristy of Texas Rio Grande Valley and obtaining my Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice. Once I have completed my education and met the minimum age requirements, I hope to enroll in the police academy, begin my journey in law enforcement, and eventually become a Texas State Trooper. I want to be able to obtain first responder status in order to be able to help those in my community. The legacy of Eddie Hankins is one that I would like to emulate throughout my years of being a first responder. Though my career choice does not involve medical services, I believe it is important to cherish those around us, for they are the most valuable things in our lives. Being able to receive a scholarship would take such a burden off my shoulders and allow me to attain what it is I have always dreamed of: a career full of responsibility and love for others.

As a high school senior about to join college, I have come to understand that there is more to preparing for my future than just choosing a career path and going to college to come back with a degree. Apart from the academic skills required in my chosen career, I need to develop some financial literacy skills to help me make responsible decisions with my money. Being brought up in a low-income family has taught me a lesson about the financial burdens that come with attending a college, which will immensely impact my financial needs in the future. One of the financial burdens that I anticipate is the high cost of attending college. Being passionate about joining UTRGV and majoring in Bacherlors in Criminal Justice to become a police officer and work my way up to a Texas State Trooper, I know the expenses accrued to attain this education could be prohibitively high. Apart from the high tuition fees, other expenses such as books, transportation, and other miscellaneous supplies could be expensive. As such, I need to learn how to be more responsible with my finances as I start to experience financial independence as a young adult. Coming from a humble background, I cannot take anything for granted and have to make smart financial decisions with my saving. As such, I would need to look out for scholarship opportunities as I start to make my way through college with little or no financial support from my parents. In addition, I am looking forward to filling out the FAFSA form to apply for financial aid to help me pay for my education. While I the prospect of acquiring financial literacy skills, I am apprehensive about several financial burdens that come with being an independent adult. I hope to gain financial skills such as budgeting and other aspects of personal finances to help me stay economically stable while acquiring degrees and expanding my knowledge in criminal justice. Such financial expertise will be fulfilling as I intend to use it to grow economically. My ultimate order is to be able to leverage what I learn in the program to earn a living while still studying. It will be exciting to earn a Police officer salary, make my parents proud, and give back to the community that gave me a chance to grow up and be a self-sufficient adult. To me, financial literacy is a way to achieve my dreams and ambitions while still having some money to spare. I am at the cusp of financial independence, and I need all the financial knowledge I can gather to make the most prudent decisions in my financial life. I know that college affords me a platform to grow economically, and I intend to use this time to further strengthen my financial literacy skills.

I chose Option B (music) for this assessment because I have a great interest and experience with music. For me, music is a form of expression, and I have been producing music for the last six years. Over time, I have experimented with different styles of music ranging from very classical and calm music to melodic and exciting tunes. My main aim is to create music that can fit in all music genres. The song I created is about calm and space. I pictured a mad scientist in a lab and thought of how they would sound if someone finally succeeded after years of trials and errors. I imagined the mad scientist saying, “Wow, I finally did it.” For me, space is magical and so beautiful, and I wanted to create the feeling of magic and discovery through the song. The song is also about finding something new about one and having the realization of a lifetime.

Growing up, I have never seen my family as something unusual or different from other families. I have always known who has been there for me, and as I grew up, it became clear to me that the people surrounding me have taught me many things that would help me shape the future I desire. I grew up primarily with my maternal grandmother, and my mother has always been there for me, while my biological father and stepfather are also a big part of my life. My family may be unique, but it never affected the value of its members in my life. My grandmother has been my role model since early childhood because she has been my safe haven and taught me to be grateful for close relatives and the people who care about me and try to make my life better. As I grew up, I realized how my family shaped my vision and ideals for the future. My biological father’s mother, who has been my grandmother, was a Correctional Officer, and his brother is a Policeman. Both professions are closely related, and the atmosphere they created around me influenced my decision to join the Law Enforcement Officers. Working in the Law Enforcement field would give me an opportunity to serve and protect people, which has always been my dream. It is not the system and the process of bringing criminals to justice that attracts me; instead, it is the idea of being there for people when they need help the most. Since childhood, I have been dreaming of being in a place where I could help people, even if only a little and on a small scale. My desires and dreams of bringing peace and calm to the distressed people’s minds have grown into a strong idea of making a difference in my future career. I have often thought that my future can be more significant and better only if it includes helping other people. Some of them need someone to look up to and rely on, so they can return to the right path and rebuild their lives. I want to be that person for them, even if only to give them moral support. I believe that my family has strongly influenced my future plans and desires. The family taught me the value of close ones, and the other members inspired me to serve and help those who need help. I want to carry their ideals with me in my future profession as a Police Officer. I hope to enroll in the Law enforcement or Criminal Justice program in the college to continue my education and become a Texas State Trooper in the future. I am well-aware that the career requires high responsibility, and I am willing to face the challenges to prove myself as an excellent officer. If my future plans meet the desired outcome, I will be able to help some people in need. I believe my best years can be spent by trying to make a difference in my community.

My name is Oscar Garcia, I'm a 17 year-old high school senior about to start a new chapter in my life. My biggest dream and goal in life is to go to college, get a degree, and go into law enforcement. I specifically want to be a police officer, with hopes of becoming a Texas State Trooper. I know that the road to becoming a Texas State Trooper is a long and difficult one, but I also know that I will have to put in the work in order to make my dreams come true. The reason why I have so much interest in becoming a police officer has a lot to do with my family. My biological father's mother was a correctional officer, and my great uncle, her brother, is a police officer. Their influence in my life is what sparked my interest in law enforcement, as well as showing me that it takes a special kind of person to serve in such a capacity. Not only do they have to be responsible and trustworthy, but they also have to have a strong moral character and code. I want to be able to conduct myself in such a way, as well as serve the people of my community. The other thing that has a lot to do with my goal is my education. I am a senior in high school, and I've decided to test my abilities by taking college courses at South Texas College while I'm still in high school. Once I graduate, I plan on going to college to either get my Associates in Law Enforcement or my Bachelors in Criminal Justice, so that I can have my education be a solid foundation for the rest of my life. I have realized that in order to achieve my goals I will have to face hardships. I will have to face hard classes, and I will have to worry about the costs that come with college. The most important thing is that I still remember why I set these goals for myself in the first place, and I will have to continue to have the desire to achieve them in order to make it happen. The work ethic and determination Kalia D. Davis showed throughout her life is something I aspire to achieve with my own life. She was able to excel in many areas of her life, such as academics, athletics, work ethic, and her willingness to serve. I aim to exemplify such qualities that Ms. Kalia D. Davis possesses. This scholarship would help me in funding a big part of my future. This would cover many expenses that I would have to worry about, like tuition, transportation, and materials. It would free up a lot of my time in being able to focus on my education and career. Most importantly, it would help give me a chance to make my family proud, to serve in my community, and to be able to have a good future for myself. I would be able to show appreciation for this opportunity by making good choices and by serving my community, as well as never forgetting where I came from and the goals I set for myself.

My name is Oscar Garcia, and I am a seventeen year old high school senior about to enter college. My primary goal is to have a career in law enforcement. I intend to pursue my college education to become a police officer or a Texas State Trooper. Although I have many ambitions, most of who I am is derived from who raised me. I grew up with my maternal grandma, and this had a significant impact on my life. Similarly, the influence of my parents and other family members has helped me embrace my goals for my life, including my career in law enforcement. The fact that I grew up with my grandma had a significant impact on me. My mother has been in my life, but I also had my biological father and stepdad. However, grandma was the one I lived with for most of my childhood. Growing up with grandma made me appreciate other people’s support, taught me responsibility, and emphasized the importance of hard work and perseverance. The combination of these values is what made me the person I am today. The influence of other family members cannot be underestimated. The motivation to pursue a career in law enforcement came from my biological father’s mother and his sister, my great-uncle. My great-uncle is a police officer, whereas my grandma was a jailer. The latter’s profession had a significant impact on me as it helped me understand the work of a police officer. It was through my great-uncle and grandma that I understood the importance of a law enforcement officer in society. As a result, I developed the desire to become a police officer to serve my community. Therefore, it is safe to say that the combined influence of my family members shaped my ambitions. The combined influence of my family members on who I am and my ambitions to pursue a career in law enforcement are the primary reason why I seek this scholarship. Growing up with grandma, who emphasized the importance of a supportive community and taught me responsibility made me desire to become a person who offers a helping hand to other people. The influence of my great-uncle and grandma as a jailer and police officer, respectively, made me understand the importance of pursuing a career in law enforcement. Thus, I want to become a responsible person who can give direction to other people in need, just as my grandma taught me. Consequently, I desire to pursue my career in law enforcement, and I hope to join college to major in law enforcement or criminal justice. I will then use the knowledge gained to become a competent police officer and then a Texas State Trooper. Although my career path might be full of challenges, I am determined to overcome these hurdles to achieve my goals in life. The main reason why I seek the scholarship. Is the support it will enable me to complete my college education and join law enforcement. College fees, books, and other needs associated with attending college are expensive. Therefore, I seek your assistance in any way possible to help me pay the fees to join college. Most importantly, the scholarship will encourage me to focus on my dreams and become a Texas State Trooper. I want to make my family proud, and I am determined to make the best out of the scholarship you are offering.

My plans for the future are one that I have thought about thoroughly and am determined to achieve. My biggest goal in life is to be a police officer and be involved in serving my community. Although the path to becoming a police officer is not easy, I am ready to take on this challenge to make my dreams come true by working hard to earn the degree needed to be successful in my future career. In order to begin my journey to becoming a police officer, I know that I must get my degree. My first choice as to where I would like to go to college is South Texas College or if I am not accepted there, I would like to go to the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Attending these colleges is important to me because they can lead me to my career path in law enforcement. If I get accepted into South Texas College, I will be enrolling in the Law Enforcement Program with the Peace Officer Track. I will be able to complete the program and attend the police academy to become a licensed peace officer in the state of Texas. On the contrary hand, if I get accepted into the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, I would like to major in Criminal Justice. With this type of degree, I would be around the age of 21 or 22 after completing this four-year program. After finishing my degree, I would like to apply to become a Texas State Trooper. Either way, I am determined to become a Police Officer in the state of Texas to have a successful future career. With the opportunity to receive this scholarship, it makes my goal of obtaining a college degree even more achievable. There are many expenses one must take into consideration when attending a college such as: tuition fees, the cost of books, transportation, etc. These costs can be difficult to bear and with this scholarship, I can now have the opportunity to focus a little more on my education instead of worrying about how I will afford to pay for my college education. Being a Police Officer is not only something I want to do, it is something I am willing to work hard to achieve in my future career. I do not take on this endeavor lightly as I know it will require a lot of hard work and dedication in order to achieve my dreams. However, I am willing to commit myself to this journey to fulfill my dreams of being in law enforcement. Receiving this scholarship would greatly assist me in making my dreams of obtaining a degree and eventually a career as a Police Officer come true.

Selected Text: "I proclaim that justice is nothing else than the interest of the stronger. And the different forms of government make laws democratic, aristocratical, tyrannical, with a view to their several interests, and these laws, which are made by them for their interests, are the justice which they deliver to their subjects, and him who transgresses them they punish as a breaker of the law, and unjust. And that is what I mean when I say that in all states there is the same principle of justice, which is the interest of the government, and as the government must be supposed to have power, the only reasonable conclusion is, that it is one principle of justice everywhere, and that is the interest of the stronger."— Plato, The Republic (Book 1) Response: Thrasymachus’s argument starts with the dark statement about the nature of justice. According to him, it has nothing in itself holy or profane rather, it depends on what more powerful people impose on the governed. In this case democracy’s laws reflect the interests of the majority, aristocracy the interests of the few, and a tyrant his personal interest. All of them establish rules that citizens should follow, and those who do not obey them are considered unjust. The critical thinking in his opinion is that it does not matter much if the rulers act out of “their” interest, whether it is the majority’s or a tyrant’s. It turns out that the concept of justice is entirely dependent on the political situation in the country because different forms of government have different interests. The simplest example shows how little it takes to confuse the terms justice and legality. The fact that the government establishes laws does not make them just, although it may seem so because authorities act out of their interests. According to Thrasymachus’s view, it is worth distinguishing between law and justice, they are different, even if the government establishes laws through its power. Any rule that upholds the stronger party’s interests is by definition just (circular). Plato puts this idea in Thrasymachus’s words so that the reader would understand it through the discussion with Socrates. It is also crucial to note how cleverly Plato exposes the pupil’s view by pointing out the fallacy in his reasoning. The problem is that different forms of government have different interests, and what is just can be not just for the stronger party. Socrates argues that what is said about rulers can be applied to any expert, like a doctor, who can make mistakes when choosing the proper treatment. It means that when the ruler mistakes, the law does not coincide with the concept of justice. In turn, this allows the governed to oppose another, more just rule, since it is not the skill of the ruler that manifests itself in the rule but his desire to benefit himself. Thus, Plato shows in Socrates’s words that the mistake of the ruler opens the opportunity to discuss the criterion of justice. The question posed by Plato in the article is whether it is possible to separate justice from power since, according to Thrasymachus, the stronger party defines what is just. Socrates undermines the pupil’s confidence in this hypothesis by saying that a ruler sometimes cannot distinguish between what is good for him and what is good for the people. In other words, the ruler can be unskilled in governance in the sense in which a doctor is unskilled in treatment. It turns out that for a ruler to establish laws that reflect justice, he must have the skill of an expert in governance. The author of The Republic raises a tricky question in the dialogue between Socrates and Thrasymachus about whether justice is a kind of power. From this formulation, it is not entirely clear if it is necessary to separate justice from legality or not to separate. However, Socrates argues that it does not make sense to confuse justice with legality since law is a product of power, and it does not coincide with the concept of justice. Plato does not answer this question with a simple formula since it is not necessary for the development of the argument. The reason for this is the assumption that if justice is understood as the expression of the general will through legality, there is no problem in discussing justice as a whole. The reader can conclude from Socrates’s words that it is impossible to talk about something as just if it emanates from the stronger party, whether it is a tyrant or a just republic.

Going to college is a process that for me is about obtaining higher education and taking a step forward towards the career I would like to pursue. College is a way to not only obtain a degree but as an opportunity to discover myself and take advantage of the multiple opportunities offered to further expand my knowledge and be ready to take on the next challenge. I would like to be able to have a career that I can be proud of while getting the experience needed to better myself in the future. What I am looking to achieve will require a lot of effort and dedication on my part; right now my main goal is to either get an Associates in Law Enforcement or a Bachelors in Criminal Justice to give me the backbone to start my journey towards a career in law enforcement. As I get closer to making my decision I know for sure that whatever I choose will set me on a path towards a career in law enforcement. My end goal is to become a State Trooper so I can serve and protect my community. It will take time and dedication to become a State Trooper and I am fully aware that it will not be an easy task. Nonetheless, I know if I put in the effort it can be a career that I will come to value and that will give me the opportunity to serve others. The main reason why I am looking to go into law enforcement is the chance I have to be somebody that other people can look to when they need help. I know that as a police officer or a State Trooper you have to have a lot of responsibility and that there is a lot that goes into being someone people can count on. I want to dedicate my time and energy towards obtaining the experience, responsibility, and discipline that will be needed to be successful as a State Trooper. Going to college will also be a chance for me to better myself as a person. I am sure that the road to obtaining my degree will be full of challenges and that I will come across classes that will test not only my knowledge but my character. However, I know that the discipline that is needed to pass college will also prepare me for what's in store for me in my career as a State Trooper. I also understand that as I get older my goals might change and that college can open the door to a different career than the one I am looking for right now. Nonetheless, I would like to dedicate my time and effort into getting my degree in Law Enforcement so that I can have that opportunity and the chance to later on, have a fulfilling career in law enforcement while giving back to the community that has supported me. I know that going to college is a commitment that will entail a lot of hard work and dedication. For me, going to college is about making a commitment to better my future. I want to be able to look back at my life and know that I have done everything I can to achieve my dreams. Becoming a State Trooper is one of my biggest dreams and I know that although it will take time and patience, college will give me the chance to achieve it.

Hello Im Oscar, im 17 and a senior in high school. I decided to have a career in law enforcement because of the strong influence of my grandmother and my great uncle, both of whom dedicated their lives to serving the public. My grandmother was a correctional officer and displayed great strength together with a great deal of compassion, in that tough line of work. My great uncle, is still a police officer and works every day to protect and support his community. The fact that both of them were there to share with me their practical experiences, advice, and stories has been the main source of my inspiration. Early on, I saw how devoted they were to their jobs, and this showed me clearly that this is the route I want to follow. From a young age, I've always had a natural tendency to look after other people, whether that involved standing up for my classmates, looking after my family or helping my friends when they were in a low mood. That is why I intend to base my whole career on this instinct. For me, achieving a real impact in law enforcement doesn't consist of gaining power; it's about being a reliable, fair, and steady figure in the community. I would like to be someone that people can genuinely count on during their most difficult times and thus help in creating safer neighbourhoods for the people I love and for the community as a whole. I am making a clear plan for turning this career path into a real profession. At present, my aim is to apply for scholarships so as not to take on a large amount of debt when financing my education. After that, I intend to go to South Texas College to obtain an Associate of Applied Science degree in Law Enforcement. Before I begin my main courses, I plan to contact local departments and find out about ride-along opportunities for young people. By watching police operations day by day, I will gain useful real-world experience before I enter a college classroom. When I am about 18 or 20 years old and have obtained my degree, I will turn 21 and then apply directly to the South Texas College Police Academy. After I have finished the academy and received my peace officer's license, I will start applying to local police departments in order to begin my career. This scholarship would have a direct effect on making the whole of this plan possible. Since it would reduce the financial burden of paying for college, it would allow me to concentrate fully on my studies, on my training, and on my aim of protecting other people. I would like to be able to make my family proud and also inspire others who are interested in a career in Law Enforcement.

Hello, my name is Oscar Garcia, and I am 17 years old. My academic journey has been challenging but it has also taught me the importance of hard work, determination, and continuing to improve what I can do. I have taken AP United States History, and I am currently taking Psychology 2301 and Math 1414/1314 through South Texas College as dual credit courses. Taking college level classes while still in high school has pushed me outside of my comfort zone more than usual. Although some subjects have been difficult, I enjoy challenging myself and learning from those experiences to better improve myself. I plan to attend South Texas College as a full time student after high school and pursue an Associate’s degree in Law Enforcement. After completing my degree, I plan to attend the Police Academy with STC as well. After completion, I will receive the opportunity to take the TCOLE certification and begin my career as a police officer. I have always been interested in a career where I can help others, and I want to serve my community and make a positive impact on the people around me. I understand that becoming a police officer requires discipline, responsibility, and dedication, and I am prepared to work hard to achieve that goal. As a first generation future college student, continuing my education is a very important step for both my future and my family. College will open opportunities that can help me build a successful career and create a better future for myself and the others around me. However, the cost of higher education can be a significant challenge for my family. This scholarship would help cover expenses such as tuition, books, and other costs associated with attending college. It would allow me to focus more on my education and take another step toward achieving my goal of becoming a police officer and climbing the ranks as I get older and gain more experience. I am determined to make the most of the opportunities I receive and get. I hope to take what I learn in college and in high school and use it to serve others around me to contribute to my community and more, as well as makeing a positive difference through my career. This scholarship would not only help me afford college but it would help me move closer to the future I am working hard to build.

I decided to have a career in law enforcement because of the strong influence of my grandmother and my great uncle, both of whom dedicated their lives to serving the public. My grandmother was a correctional officer and displayed great strength together with a great deal of compassion in that tough line of work. My great uncle, whom I have always just referred to as my uncle, is still a police officer and works every day to protect and support his community. The fact that both of them were there to share with me their practical experiences, advice, and stories has been the main source of my inspiration. Early on, I saw how devoted they were to their jobs and this showed me clearly that this is the route I want to follow. From a young age I've always had a natural tendency to look after other people, whether that involved standing up for my classmates, looking after my family or helping my friends when they were in a low mood. That is why I intend to base my whole career on this instinct. For me, achieving a real impact in law enforcement doesn't consist of gaining power; it's about being a reliable, fair and steady figure in the community. I would like to be someone that people can genuinely count on during their most difficult times and thus help in creating safer neighbourhoods for the people I love and for the community as a whole. I am making a clear plan for turning this career path into a real profession. At present, my aim is to apply for scholarships so as not to take on a large amount of debt when financing my education. After that, I intend to go to South Texas College to obtain an Associate of Applied Science degree in Law Enforcement. Before I begin my main courses, I plan to contact local departments and find out about ride-along opportunities for young people. By watching police operations day by day, I will gain useful real-world experience before I enter a college classroom. When I am about 18 or 20 years old and have obtained my degree, I will turn 21 and then apply directly to the South Texas College Police Academy. After I have finished the academy and received my peace officer's license, I will start applying to local police departments in order to begin my career. This scholarship would have a direct effect on making the whole of this plan possible. Since it would reduce the financial burden of paying for college, it would allow me to concentrate fully on my studies, on my training, and on my aim of protecting other people. I would like to be able to make my family proud and also inspire others who are interested in a career in Law Enforcement.

Why I want to be a police officer is a question I have asked myself many times, and I have clear reasons for my choice. Ever since I was a kid, I loved the idea of being an officer and working in first response. Of course, back then I didn't fully understand the risks and dangers that came with the job or the mental toll that many officers carry. At the time, I simply thought the job was about putting the bad guys away. Now that I am older and a senior in high school, I realize that being a police officer is much deeper and far more dangerous than I used to recognize. I have seen many videos of officers losing their lives to violent criminals. I have also seen police officers face public backlash even when they are just trying to do their jobs and protect others. Officers risk everything every single day. They wake up knowing that their time on shift could be cut short, but they still go out and answer the call. I have accepted that reality, and I am still ready to serve. My primary motivation is to protect the people that I love deeply, and to support families who have lost loved ones to violent crime. I want to help bring those criminals to justice and prevent future tragedies from happening in the future. This goal is also deeply personal to my family. Both my grandmother and her brother served in the law enforcement field. My grandmother worked as a correctional officer, while her brother spent his career as a detective and police officer, even running for constable at one point. Recently, I learned a much darker part of his story that moved me deeply. He had a son who was tragically shot and killed during an armed robbery over a pair of shoes. To honor his memory, my parents gave me his name, Alector, as my middle name. My grandmother was brought to tears when she learned they chose that name for me. Learning the history behind my middle name made my goal even clearer. I want to prevent tragedies like that from happening to other families, keep people safe, and help keep families together. I've told this to who i love, and I want them to help me set my goal of being a police officer and to make them proud.