KIPP Personal Statement

What career industry/occupation are you interested in pursuing?

I’m interested in the education field, especially in teaching, research, and staff & program development.

In 200 words or less, please share why you want an internship through AIP and why you feel you're a deserving candidate.

I’m excited to move back to the Bay Area. Having spent the past 4 years in southern California, my network in the Bay Area mainly comprises of the people I’ve met through KIPP. Through the KIPP partnerships, I will be able to gain a network as well as receive support from a familiar network. I’m hoping to work with Bay Area organizations that primarily focus on empowering the people in our communities, especially through education. I’m positive that the

I gained these skills while I served as the president of my sorority and as a Jumpstart corps member for a preschool classroom. Although I’m no longer the president, I find myself applying these skills constantly, especially while working with my students. I can fulfill multiple positions because I learned how to be versatile and help my board members and students fulfill their positions and meet their goals. I know the boundary between being an authoritative figure and a friend to not only enforce the norms, but also to make sure people are open to learning from each other and me. As a leader and educator, I make sure to not only lead, but also to include the voices of the people around me. I know how to prioritize duties in order to plan efficiently and effectively for meetings, events, and lessons. I think quickly on my feet, which allows me to not only come up with a solution quickly, but multiple solutions. It has helped me solve conflicts between people and help engage both sorority members and students. As a leader and now an associate member, I am dedicated to improving my sorority and helping our members become the best versions of themselves. As a Jumpstart corps member, I am passionate about helping our students develop their literacy skills. I’m focused on not only how I can better serve the people around me, but also everyone we interact with from our schools to our community. Leadership

There were classes that I enrolled in because they were required. At first, I had very little interest in those classes. However, some of the classes were my favorite classes I’ve taken at UCI. Elementary mathematics was where I turned my dislike and struggle with math to love and understanding of math. Out of school learning broadened my outlook not only on after school learning, but also on equal educational opportunities. Although I would prefer an opportunity in the education field, I am very open and willing to take on another opportunity that I might not have considered, but could be a great fit for me. I think experiences are very important for individual development. I only hope to grow as a person and become even more aware and educated about the community I live