I come from a small community plagued with poverty and low opportunities. My parents never completed high school and struggle financially. The members of my community are mostly migrant workers. The region where I live has the highest unemployment rate in California. Despite this, I want to better myself. I want to create opportunities for myself and succeed. Although I knew I was an excellent student, I did not know what I wanted to do as a career. Nothing really caught my interest until I came into my computation class. I found computers very fascinating and intriguing. When my teacher, Mr. Gupton, saw I was excelling in the class, he informed me about a computer repair club called Cyberpatriots. That's when I discovered I had a love for computers and decided that that was …show more content…
Unfortunately, the program was shut down due to lack of student interest. Then the MESA program opened up in it's place. I knew immediately I had to join. The route I have taken in order to pursue my education and interest has not been an easy one. Despite these difficulties, it was not most challenging obstacle I have had to face. The most difficult challenge I have had throughout my school year is transportation. I live 8 miles from my school. It is a challenge getting to school events I am required to attend on days when the school bus is not available. My parents are not always able to take me to these school events. It has been a hassle to find ways in order to meet my responsibilities. This, however, has not affected my drive. My want to pursue a career in computer engineering. Ever since I took the computer class freshman year, I knew I wanted to do something with technology. The problem was there were too many options available. I loved computers in general, the very subject fascinates me. I tried cyber security and was decided that I wanted to pursue that pathway. Then I was introduced into computer repair and I loved that as