Lauren, 18 years old, CA |

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Lauren is a hardworking and resilient young woman who balances school, work, and caring for her siblings. As a middle child in a large family, she often puts others first, yet she continues to excel academically and serves as the Captain of her school's color guard team. She is proud of how far she has come and remains committed to her goals. her determination, leadership, and positive sprite make her truly special.

Lauren is a resilient young woman. She is the 3rd child of 6. Being a middle child of a large family she has carried the emotional weight of family experiences and instability but has stayed focused on school and is working hard her Senior year of High School. Lauren balances school, work, leading the color guard team, and family struggles. This leaves Lauren with limited time to have fun as a teen. Lauren maintains good grades and wishes to pursue the medical field for children. Lauren pushes herself far beyond what is expected of someone her age caring for 3 younger siblings. Even though Lauren stays positive and never asks for much she hopes to participate in the Senior Class of 2026 activities so she can feel included with her peers. Her family is unable to afford these Senior packages and receiving this wish would allow her to share the same milestones and memories as her classmates. Granting this wish will help her feel valued, included, and supported for all she has overcome.