Reflective Essay: Three Things About Myself

I have come to learn three things about myself: I have an insatiable need to learn, I’m happiest when I’m being creative in a way that allows me to express myself, and I have a huge desire to make a significant difference in the lives of others.

I was born in Costa Rica, however, three short years later my parents decided to move to the United States. At this age one can barely speak their native tongue, yet I was put in an environment in which I had to communicate in an even more foreign language.

I lived in a small town called Cherryville. Soon, I began adapting to my surroundings and I was even learning to communicate with the other kids in my preschool.

One of my most memorable experiences in elementary school was when I got the privilege

I would like to be able to share what I learn. I want to be the stepping stone so that someone else can also achieve their goal. I would like to impart my knowledge so that more people in my country can learn with a good attitude, willingness, and I have a vocation for it. I've had good and bad experiences with various teachers and I know the important role they play in shaping a future

I would share with my country the knowledge that you have allowed me to obtain. My experience in the U.S will allow me to make the most out of this scholarship, I understand the countries learning system and therefore I wouldn’t have difficulty adapting. I wouldn’t face the obstacles of arriving to a new country and I know what it is like to live on your own and having your environment be changed. I wouldn’t fear being in a new place by myself. I know very well what I want for my future and I’m very passionate in what I do. I would like to be given the opportunity to represent my country and in the future be able to impart my knowledge and along with others accomplish the objective this scholarship possess, to give back to my country all the effort and support you have placed in us through