My Journey to Success

Samantha Nichols

Why did I choose to become a special education teacher?

• Teacher in the ACES program • Major in Special Education• Motivator • Inspirational

Most Influential person in my decision to becoming a special education teacher:

Mr. Christofer Gusti

How do I plan to further my career choice?

• Saint Joseph College in West Hartford, Connecticut• Small college with 14:1 student to teacher ratio• Division II Athletics• The Gengras Center on campus • Special education program is on of the best in New

England

Source Fall 12 Spring 13 Total

Deans Scholarship $ 7,500.00 $7,500.00 $15,000.00

Saint Josephs College Grant $2,700.00 $2,700.00 $5,400.00

Connecticut Independent College Grant

$1,000.00 $1,000.00 $2,000.00

Direct Subsidized Loan $1,750.00 $1,750.00 $3,500.00

Direct Unsubsidized Loan $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $2,000.00

Outside Scholarship(s) $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $3,000.00

College Work Study $900 $900 $1,800.00

Total Awards $16,350.00 $16,350.00 $32,700.00

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How will I pay for the rest of my education?

Work Study

My mother

Taking out a loan

I have to pay for books and lab fees

Scholarships

Working with special education students is something I have a passion for so I will work my hardest to reach my goal

St. Joseph College is the perfect fit for me.

High school is almost over so its time to move on to the real world and make a career

What have I learned?