My Stereotypes In Education

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At first glance, I seem to be the quiet girl who tends to hide behind everyone else. Yet, once I adapt to a new setting, I erupt with self-confidence and fearlessness. A great example of my character is shown through my journey in my academics. Essentially, my parents immigrated to the United States to obtain enhanced employment and to watch their children intellectually succeed. Being raised in the agricultural town of Tonasket has given me an understanding of the values of pertaining an education. Therefore, I took the opportunity to enhance my education at the community college where I would not only excel, but I would become a representation of my ethnicity; my Mexican background. As a Latina, I am able to gradually shatter the stereotypes

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