Medelso M, 17 years old, CA |

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Medelso is a young teen who has been in foster care for a few months and has adjusted well to his placement. He continues to visit with his birth family weekly, which has supported his transition and adjustment in the foster home. During the visit, Medelso shared his excitement about Christmas and expressed a wish for a laptop. He enjoys working on independent projects and stated that having a laptop would allow him to continue developing his skills. Medelso shared his aspiration to pursue a career in engineering and believes that access to technology will help him prepare for this goal. Medelso comes from a family with a history of working in agricultural fields and would be the first to pursue a professional career. His birth parents are currently unable to care for him due to difficult circumstances, but Medelso remains optimistic about his future. He expressed that receiving a laptop would be a meaningful gift and a dream come true.

Medelso expressed a strong interest in pursuing a career in engineering. He believes that access to technology, specifically a laptop, will help him learn, practice, and work on projects that align with his future aspirations. He understands that engineering requires problem-solving, creativity, and technical skills, and he is eager to start preparing early.