Alejandro has applied to attend Ithaca Summer College Three Weeks this summer and is raising funds for his program fees. Can you help?
Alejandro
Alejandro
Interest:
Liberal Arts
Grade:
9th
School:
New Visions Charter High School for Advanced Math and Science IV
Location:
New York, NY
Successfully funded on April 14th, 2017!
Fully funded!
$5,180 raised
$0 to go
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Alejandro
Alejandro's Story

I discovered my passion for medicine when I was in middle school, and I was given the chance to take high school level courses for the first time. I was able to take living environment and algebra, and ended up doing pretty well in both of those classes. I discovered I was more than just interested, and enjoyed learning in science. I decided to look into learning more about living environments, and then moved on to learning about how the body works.

Attending Ithaca Summer College for three weeks will help me pursue my passion for medicine because it will give me the full experience of learning about a subject in a college setting. I will see the true amount of work, criteria, and dedication to the courses I will need to pursue the career. This would be an amazing opportunity for me that I never thought I would have.

Kevin
A Note from Mr. Ramirez, Alejandro's Teacher

I believe that the Ithaca Summer College program is exactly what Alejandro needs in order to achieve his goal of working in the medical field. Metaphorically speaking, he's created a puzzle that consists of pieces that represent the obstacles he has overcome throughout his academic career. It represents that despite the lack of resources he has been given, he continues to put the pieces of the puzzle together by learning everything he can, whether it be in school or on his own time. The Ithaca Summer Program, I believe, will be one of the most important pieces to his puzzle. He has an unparalleled interest for the field and an extraordinary understanding of the fact that life won't always be easy and anything worth fighting for won't come without a sacrifice.

Campaign Activity
Alejandro
Alejandro posted an update
July 27
Thank you

My wishbone summer college experience was one of my best ever summer experiences. It was truly something I will never forget. Thank you for everyone who contributed to my campaign and allowed me to go there

Alejandro
Alejandro posted an update
May 4
Preparing for a once in a lifetime experience

Thank you to all who donated to my campaign. You have truly impacted my life and without you I would not be in this position. I am currently getting ready to go to Ithaca for the summer and am so happy that am able to attend this program. It will truly mark my life and allow me achieve my future goals and dreams. Once again I am very thankful for all of you who supported me. I won't let you down.

Success! Mr. Ramirez helped Alejandro raise $5,180
April 14
Anonymous donated $2,121
April 14
William Romney donated $100
April 12

Good vibes to you Parra.

Ameenah Reed donated $100
April 12

Best of luck!

Ernestine Butler-Johnson donated $25
April 10

Alejandro you are a very intelligent young man. I just wish I could do more at this time. I appreciate you help each time you volunteer to help me in the classroom. I wish you all the luck in raising funds for you exciting stay at Ithaca in the summer. Many Blessings to you and your family. Continue to keep your eye on the Prize . Keep making me Proud.
Ms. E.

Deron Gurcharan donated $25
April 5

Best of luck on your future endeavors

Chelsy Cristian donated $70
April 4
Frank Bennici donated $25
April 4

Alejandro,

I'm proud of you. Keep working hard and Ithaca will merely be one stop on your never ending road to success.

Sharon DeCoursey donated $25
April 4

Wishing you the very best! Good luck!

Nicholas Hofknecht donated $50
April 4

Mr Ramirez believes in you, therefore I believe in you. Make a difference young man!

Student Contribution donated $99
March 14
Ithaca College
Ithaca College donated $2,540
March 14
Kevin
Mr. Ramirez started this campaign
March 14
Alejandro
Alejandro was accepted into Wishbone!
February 1