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Application Essay: Why I Volunteer At La Plaza

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I like to be involved in schools because I value education, especially since I am a first-generation student, which is why I am interested in this position because I have a passion in helping students become successful and motivate them to go far in what they desire. Throughout my education experience, I’ve noticed that students who struggled more in academics tended not to care and teachers would be frustrated. I noticed that these students needed more of a support system and motivation. I decided to help these students by volunteering at schools. For example, I volunteer at Image elementary and a program called La Plaza. At Image, I help kindergartens improve in reading, writing, and math skills. At La Plaza, I helped toddlers be prepare

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