Ariana

I would like to thank Kids Chance of California for this amazing scholarship, which will help support my college career. My academic journey began immediately after high school, but with COVID-19 and life getting in the way, I dropped out. I recently rejoined school last summer, hoping to graduate this spring. During my time out of school, I had two babies and felt very stuck in life, so I decided to pursue the career I once wanted.

This time around, I have been getting good grades and pushing myself to be the best student I can, not just for myself but also to make my kids and parents proud. One of my biggest inspirations to continue my schooling was my father because he always showed me to finish what I started, and I would like to teach my children the same things he taught me. 

Porterville College – Criminal Justice