Shantal has applied to attend Discover Hopkins this summer and is raising funds for her program fees. Can you help?
Shantal
Shantal
Interest:
Science & Medicine
Grade:
11th
School:
KIPP NYC College Prep
Location:
New York, NY
Successfully funded on June 3rd, 2016!
Fully funded!
$2,850 raised
$0 to go
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Shantal
Shantal's Story

My passion is medicine.

Since I was very young, my dream was to become a doctor because I wanted to help people. I am aware there are not many Hispanic doctors, and for that reason as a doctor I want to offer help and reassurance to individuals who not only speak English but Spanish (as well as other languages). This is important to me since I know from experience what it is like to be concerned in a hospital and not know what is going on because there is no way to communicate to a patient. I am passionate about becoming a doctor so I can be someone who can be depended on to offer others help. Every day I want to obtain more knowledge related to my passion so I can go to college and have confidence in the classes that I will take during my pre-medical track.

By allowing me to further my own comprehension of medicine and sciences, the Discover Hopkins program will help me realize my passion of becoming a doctor (specifically, an obstetrician). As a student at Discover Hopkins, I can learn from experts from Johns Hopkins’ own medical institutions. This chance of learning about medicine at the Johns Hopkins Discover Hopkins program would be very significant because it is an opportunity of a lifetime for me.

Dan
A Note from Mr. Currie, Shantal's Teacher

Shantal is a stellar student, but much of her experience is limited to the classroom, learning from books and from teachers who, while knowledgeable about their course content, do not always have real world experience. Outside of school, her access to professionals in the sciences is nonexistent. What Discover Hopkins offers is real-world experience in modern science fields from successful scientists and policymakers.

Campaign Activity
Shantal
Shantal posted an update
September 1
My Life-changing summer at Johns Hopkins

While I was at Johns Hopkins I got the chance to take a demanding class related to what I wanted to study in the future which is medicine. This prepared me for what I have to expect going to college. Now I know what I should know before I get into college so I can be ready for the work I will receive. I also was able to improve my communication skills by being able to participate in my class and presenting my project. Not only that but I had the opportunity to make new friends and go to different events they had available like capture the flag, movies, karaoke, and henna. It was a wonderful experience and that is why I am so thankful to my donors because if it had not been for them I would not have got to go at all. Thank you so much for the opportunity I got to go to Johns Hopkins!

These are the friends I made when I went to Johns Hopkins. All of them were so kind to me and I am happy I got to know them.
These are the friends I made when I went to Johns Hopkins. All of them were so kind to me and I am happy I got to know them.
My wonderful roommate is the girl in the green shirt. This picture was on the day of the dance and we had a fun time dancing and laughing before we had to say goodbye.
My wonderful roommate is the girl in the green shirt. This picture was on the day of the dance and we had a fun time dancing and laughing before we had to say goodbye.
This is my whole class we got to learn so much together. Not a day in this class did I feel like I was alone we helped each other out through motivation and group studying.
This is my whole class we got to learn so much together. Not a day in this class did I feel like I was alone we helped each other out through motivation and group studying.
Success! Mr. Currie helped Shantal raise $2,850
June 3
Uncommon Summer 2016 Campaign donated $1,506
June 3
Jason Smith donated $50
June 3

Go get them and change the world!

Janie Nguyen donated $25
June 2

You will be great Ms. Shantal! Don't give up and good luck!

Latanaya Burch donated $25
June 1

Shantal,
You have a remarkable focus, and you are truly and outstanding person. Have a great time! I know you'll make it!
Best Wishes,
Ms. Burch

Dan Currie donated $40
May 19
Liz Giordano donated $40
May 19
The Boiardi Foundation donated $750
May 17
Aaron Hollinger donated $25
May 12
Mitch Brenner donated $100
May 9
Anonymous donated $25
May 9
Matthew Mitchell donated $40
May 6

Shantal is a very hard worker, always very respectful and gracious, and certainly deserves this opportunity.

Emily Hart donated $25
May 5

Shantal is an extremely hard working young woman who deserves this great summer experience!

Student Contribution donated $199
April 26
Dan
Mr. Currie started this campaign
May 3
Shantal
Shantal was accepted into Wishbone!
January 29