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My passion is designing and applying technology for the world and my life. I have always dreamed of inventing something. I feel that the more I learn all sorts of technology, my creativity sparks and keeps me thinking of how I can apply the technology I have learned to a different technology.
I’ve honestly loved science and technology since I was very young. When I had opportunities to play with technologies, such as a solar kit I got for my 8th birthday, for that whole year, I would try to execute something new with it. As my passion and interest for technology still grow, I am confident enough to set myself a long-term goal to become one of the most important investors in different types of technology. As I become successful one day, I will establish a program for those that have a passion to follow like I do.
I come from a low-income family, and truly it has shaped my goals and motivates me to strive academically and socially to make sure I succeed in the future. Compared to many others, I may not have the extra money to buy the things I want or even having a cell phone as I know many people my age already have, but for sure thinking of how hard I work now, it will pay off in the future. The disadvantages spark motivation to get out of those disadvantages in the future.
Michael is a model student. He is reliable, resourceful, and resilient. He has enrolled in challenging courses at his high school. He is a diligent and determined student who uses every resource available to him.
What I am most impressed with is his ability to balance his schedule. He has managed to accomplish this with relative ease. He routinely gives back to his community, is a resource for his peers and younger siblings, and a contributing member in many on campus activities at his high school.
Thank you very much for this donation that will add up to give me the opportunity to fulfill part of my dream. That is, I will be able to further my experience in what I'm passionate about. I'm glad that I have this opportunity and greatly appreciate your help!
When I first stepped into the campsite at Stanford, I first was amazed of the beauty of the lovely campus. As we began our robotic building project on the first day, my mind crazily generated some great ideas for building the models. Although we spent about three to four hours on computers each day, it was a nice way to meet new people and learn how to do new things.
A typical day for me at the program was waking up in the morning for breakfast- the Stanford dining hall, I have to say, was fantastic, I never got tired of the food. After breakfast we were able to continue on our robotic building project. The hardest part about the project was learning how to program the robots without previous knowledge; it took us a while on that process. After understanding how to program the basic needs of the robot, I felt accomplished. I can't wait to keep working so that I can complete my robot.
Good luck, Michael!
Good luck on your first invention Michael :) I'm sure you'll do great!
Michael, continue to stay focused, curious, and inventive. It will pay off huge is so many ways.
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Scholarship Provider
iD Tech
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Sending Michael to iD Programming Academy will cost $1,593.
Learn more about iD Programming Academy →
| Tuition | $929 |
| Application Fees | $0 |
| Room & Board | $519 |
| Transportation | $0 |
| Mentoring & Guidance | $145 |
| Materials | $0 |
| Total |
$1,593
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