I plan on making a difference in this world. As a survivor of abuse and neglect, who lived in four different foster homes before finally being adopted at age eight, I learned while you can’t always stop bad things from happening, you can’t blame yourself when they do. My dream is to build strong, healthy and caring communities by becoming either a clinical social worker or psychologist. Next year, I will graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Human Services with a minor in Social Work from New England College. I already obtained an Associate’s Degree in Teacher Education from Manchester Community College. Those courses of study will teach me the skills needed to help individuals develop healthy, caring bonds within their families and strong connections to their communities. In addition, my experience last year as a NH City Year Corps member working in a 3rd grade classroom inspired me and solidified my desire to work with families in under-resourced communities. I want to ensure children’s voices are heard and listened to. I will teach kids what others taught me, “Believe in yourself and don’t believe any one who says you can’t achieve your goals and dreams.” That is one of the most vital beliefs a child can ever possess. I want to spread that belief to other children who may be struggling with self-doubt, so that they can make a difference not only in their own lives; but so they, too, can believe they are important and capable enough to make a difference in this world. It is often small acts of kindness (and a good sense of humor!) that helps the most. Even just a little effort on behalf of someone else can have a huge impact on their life (and yours!), especially if it creates a special or meaningful connection with another human being. While the individual may not be able to hold on to that person forever, they can keep and gain comfort from the positive, caring memory of that interaction. We all grow stronger by sharing such moments with each other. It is through that process that I developed trust, determination, and confidence in myself. I want to share my life lessons and attitude with others by obtaining the education and skills necessary to work with individuals and families, teaching them how to connect with others in a caring, healthy manner. Doing so will strengthen not only the families I work with directly, but will also strengthen the bonds between them and their communities. I truly believe that with confidence, self-awareness, a positive attitude and the support of my family and community, I will achieve my dream. I will not allow my childhood experiences to define me or prohibit me from succeeding. Instead, I will persevere and make a valuable difference in this world.

• Working in the college counseling office running transcript

  Administrative Assistant · Philips Exeter Academy

  Jan 2022 – Present

• Peer Mentor

  Higher Education · New England College

  Jan 2020 – Jan 2022

• Cashier

  Retail · Hannafords

  Jan 2018 – Present

• Busser/Runner/Bar Back/ Hostess

  Restaurants · The Old Salt

  Jan 2014 – Jan 2017

• Camp Counselor for ages 5-11

  Camp Counselor · Exeter Parks and Recreation

  Jan 2013 – Jan 2017

• Student Success Coach

  Education · City Year - Americorps

  Jan 2018 – Jan 2019

• Peer Mentor

  Higher Education · Manchester Community College

  Jan 2016 – Jan 2018

• Offer Campus Tours to Incoming Students & Their Families

  Higher Education · Admission's Ambassador

  Jan 2016 – Jan 2019

• Nanny for Families with Disabled Children

  Childcare

  Jan 2015 – Jan 2020

• 2nd Grade Classroom Assistant

  Education

  Jan 2014 – Jan 2016

• Advocacy
• Volunteering
• Philanthropy
• Entrepreneurship

• Basketball

  Junior Varsity

  2014 – 2016

• Track & Field

  Varsity

  2013 – 2016

• Rugby

  Varsity

  2019 – Present

• Track & Field

  1 award

  2006 – 2011

  Awards:

  Long Jump, Softball Throw, 100meter, & 400m Relay

• Unified Basketball

  Club

  2015 – 2016

• Student Delagate to State Research Team

  Dartmouth Medical Center · PCORI

  2016 – 2017

  Research topic:

  Overprescription of Psychotropic Medications to Foster Care Youth

• Youth Summer Musical Theatre Participant

  Palace Youth Theatre · Theatre

  2008 – 2009

  Productions:

  Weekly musical stage presentations free to public

• Youth Dancer

  Bamidele Dancers · African Drumming & Dance

  2004 – 2006

  Productions:

  Prescott Park Arts Festival, Portsmouth, NH

• Yearbook Photographer - Athletic Teams & Candid Photos

  Exeter High School · Photography

  2015 – 2016

  Productions:

  High School Yearbook

• Americorps Member- Student Sucess Coach

  Public Service (Politics) · City Year Americorps

  2018 – 2019

  Mission:

  To help Students in under-resourced schools with academics and behavior

• Doorknocked & Distributed Literature

  Public Service (Politics) · Obama Presidential Campaign 2008 & 2012

  2007 – Present

  Mission:

  Educate Public about Candidate's Policies & Positions

• Student Senate - Public Relations Officer

  Volunteering · Manchester Community College

  2016 – 2018

  Mission:

  Improve Campus Community & Student Engagement

• President - Student Activities Board

  Volunteering · Manchester Community College

  2016 – Present

  Mission:

  Improve Campus Community & Engage Students

• NAACP Student Council President

  Advocacy · NAACP - NH Seacoast Chapter

  2014 – 2015

  Mission:

  Recruit youth to increase awareness of racism in our local communities

• Provided Childcare

  Volunteering · NH Foster & Adoptive Families Association

  2015 – Present

  Mission:

  Allow Parents to Attend Statewide Conference

• SibShop Childcare Volunteer

  Volunteering · Community Bridges

  2013 – 2015

  Mission:

  Support Children who had Siblings with Developmental Diasabilities

• Track & Field Assistant

  Volunteering · Special Olympics

  2014 – 2016

  Mission:

  Athletically Train & Encourage Young Woman with Special Needs

• Interact with preschool student during special needs evaluation

  Volunteering · Exeter Day School

  2015 – 2016

  Mission:

  Assist with Assessment for Special Needs Educ. Services

• Accompany student in hallways, field trips, community outings, and proms

  Volunteering · Exeter High School

  2015 – 2017

  Mission:

  Aide to Student with autism and vision & hearing loss

• Aide to Teenagers with Disabilities

  Volunteering · Best Buddies

  2014 – 2016

  Mission:

  Engage indiviudals with disabilities in social, academic and athletic activities

• Teen Volunteer - Downtown Cleanup, Food Pantry Stocking...

  Volunteering · Exeter Recreation Dept.

  2012 – 2012

  Mission:

  Community Building Activities

• Advocacy to create trauma support group & academic accommodations for students with PTSD

  Advocacy · New England College

  2019 – Present

  Mission:

  Raise Awareness of Mental Health Issues on College Campus

• Office Assistant - open & distribute mail, file, clean office

  Volunteering · Nh Children's Trust

  2011 – 2016

  Mission:

  Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect

• Assisted with Fundraising Efforts

  Volunteering · NH Minority Health Coalition

  2008 – Present

  Mission:

  Health Equity