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04/23/2008 07:00 PM

 

Angelica Vega!

Angelica's desire since she was a little girl was to become a nurse. Her parents have always encouraged her and her 5 sisters to continue their education and instilled in her the importance of school. During her time at Maryvale High School, Angelica has also been enrolled in a Nursing Assistant program at Metro Tech Vocational Institute High School. This class has strengthen her desire to pursue her goal of becoming a registered Nurse. Angelica has been a volunteer for the March of Dimes and I.S.A. (International Student Association), is involved in VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America) thru her Nursing Assistant class and through the ACE Plus Program was able to take college classes at Glendale Community College while still in High School.

Mayra Llamas!

In Mayra's essay she celebrates the fact that she is Mexican-American. It is from Mayra that I learned of May 10th being the day her family celebrates Mother's Day. She celebrates the American Mother's day as well, as she enjoys being able to celebrate and honor her Mother with more than one holiday! Mayra knows the challenge of being in kindergarten and trying to learn English and be understood. Myra is bilingual and has helped tutor younger students with their homework and helped them see progress in their work. Her interest is in becoming a teacher, as she has a desire to help children learn and to teach them to not be uncomfortable with who you are, but accept and celebrate diversity.

Kristen Phelps!

Kristen has overcome many obstacles in her life, as well as challenges pursuing her education. She has been successful in situations that some adults would find overwhelming. Kristen's desire to help people is shown not only in her desire to become a nurse, but that during her years at Maryvale H.S. she was a peer counselor and a tutor. This summer Kristen will be participating in Maryvale Hospitals shadowing program, then on to college to pursue her desire to become a registered nurse, specializing in neonatal care.

Marisol Herrera!

Marisol comes from a family of 5 who are all involved in their community and it is important to Marisol to be the first in her family to attend and graduate from an institution of higher learning. During her years at Maryvale H.S., Marisol has been involved in the International Student Association where she tutored students in improving their reading, writing and listening skills. She also participated in Unitown/Panthertown as a counselor. Marisol has many educational and career goals, one of which is to become an architect. Her personal goals are to improve herself and be a role model for the community, proving to others that you can succeed over adversity.

Arcelia Navarro!

Some of you may recognize Arcelia's name, only we know her as R.C., our student stage manager for the evening performance that was presented at the Big Adventure event. Along with being involved in Drama during her H.S. school years, Arcelia's other involvements are Student Government (holding the office of Vice President), ROTC (becoming a Battalion Commander), National Honor Society (Vice President) and a member of SADD (Students Against Drunk Driving). Since the age of 14, Arcelia has recognized her goal to become an agent in the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Arcelia will be attending Arizona State University with plans to major in Law and Psychology, as well as achieve a bachelors in Forensics, which will grant her the skills needed to qualify for the F.B.I. Arcelia states her desire is to be a strong, intellectual and independent woman who will make a difference in many American's lives.