Destinee has applied to attend Blueprint UConn Summer Program this summer and is raising funds for her program fees. Can you help?
Destinee
Destinee
Interest:
Liberal Arts
Grade:
11th
School:
Orville H. Platt High School
Location:
Meriden, CT
Successfully funded on April 24th, 2017!
Fully funded!
$2,299 raised
$0 to go
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Destinee
Destinee's Story

My passion is psychology.

A very close friend of mine was taken by the department of children and families when he was younger. His story made me want to help children who have a family struggle and have to be taken away from their families. I also have a love for children and believe every child should be with their biological parent or parents. It's hard to adapt to a new area but if your parents don't have the mind set to take care of their child a child deserves a chance to have a good life. I'm also defying the odds of being a social worker as African American. You don't see many African american social workers and I have to prove myself. I can do this and no matter what obstacle comes my way I can be the change a child sees. A positive change that some children need.

Sheena
A Note from Mrs. Ojeda, Destinee's Counselor

Destinee comes from a home with socioeconomic challenges. I think the Wishbone program will provide her with valuable experiences that she would not be able to otherwise have. She has a strong interest in the field of psychology and I would love to see her explore this field more. We have discussed at length her post high school plans and have identified colleges with her intended major. We have also discussed various careers within psychology and she has spent time researching the various careers.

Campaign Activity
Destinee
Destinee posted an update
July 31
I learned a lot

I learned how to form a resume and how long an employer looks at my resume. The campus was huge and I made friends also got advice. I really can't thank you all enough. Thanks for this amazing experience.

Seen a rabbit coming for class
Seen a rabbit coming for class
Football players gave us advice about campus life
Football players gave us advice about campus life
Destinee
Destinee posted an update
May 2
Hey wishbone !!!! 😁

I am so excited to be attending. I haven't started packing yet but I have started saving money to get ready. I will start packing towards the end of July but right now I can hardly contain my joy. I just can't say thank you enough. Thank you is truly not enough for giving me this opportunity. Shout out the Wishbone team and Katie. You guys rock! And one last thanks to my counselor and advocate and my family. Much love. ❤️

Success! Mrs. Ojeda helped Destinee raise $2,299
April 24
Anonymous donated $1,800
April 24
Student Contribution donated $99
March 20
Blueprint
Blueprint donated $400
March 20
Sheena
Mrs. Ojeda started this campaign
March 20
Destinee
Destinee was accepted into Wishbone!
February 1