Neenah, 19 years old, CA

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Neenah is an amazing, bright, and resilient young woman. After spending many years in foster care and previously living with her grandmother, she chose to stay and build her own path forward. Throughout her childhood, she showed remarkable strength, often stepping in to support her younger siblings while her parents struggled with addiction. Neenah works incredibly hard to live independently, holding three jobs to cover her rent and expenses. She is pursuing her dream of becoming a Special Education teacher, already gaining hands-on experience as an ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) therapist in elementary schools. This fall, she will begin her Education degree. In the little free time she has, Neenah loves watching her favorite hospital and crime shows. She is kind, social, and outgoing—someone who brings warmth and positivity to everyone she meets.

Neenah is a kind, outgoing, and hardworking person who is focused on her goals. She currently works three jobs to support herself and pay her rent, showing a strong work ethic and dedication. Even with a busy schedule, she is working toward her dream of becoming a special education teacher. One of her jobs is as an ABA aide in local elementary schools, which she truly enjoys. She loves supporting students and hopes to one day work full-time in a school district so she can build strong, lasting connections with her students. This fall, Neenah will start college to pursue a degree in Education. She is excited to learn more and grow her skills for her future career. An iPad would be very helpful for her as she begins this next chapter. It would make it easier to take notes in class, stay organized, and complete assignments while balancing work. It would also help her stay productive during breaks at her jobs.