Jasmine Garcia
OUSD
Oakland, CA USA
"Learning about each others intersectionalities will allow you to recognize the privileges you have and learn about the tools you have not used. "
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Lincoln Continuation High School
Bachelor's Degree
Sociology, General
Chabot College
Bachelor's Degree
Sociology, General
San Francisco State University
Graduate Degree
Counseling
San Francisco State University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a School Counselor:
Bachelor's Degree: Sociology, General
Graduate Degree: Counseling
Bachelor's Degree: Sociology, General
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life has been direct
1.
Did not have enough credits to graduate from high school so I transferred to the local continuation high school.
2.
I created community at my continuation high school and was supported by my principal, teachers, counselor and friends.
3.
I graduated high school and I enrolled at community college and joined a social justice club called 'Change It Now!'
4.
I became a communications tutor and a paid peer advisor during my first year.
5.
I graduated with two AA's in 4 years and I got accepted to 5/6 univeristes that I applied to.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Society in general:
You shouldn't work in schools you'll make no money.
How I responded:
You should really ask yourself if being a counselor is something you see yourself doing as a career. You might not make as much money as your peers or family members, but you will be happy and passionate about your everyday routine. It is extremely important to know how to collaborate with community members and do research as a school counselor.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me
Create community with other people who might be considered a 'minority' in college. Learning about each others intersectionalities will allow you to recognize the privileges you have and learn about the tools you have not used.
I did not come from a wealthy family. However, this did not stop me from pursuing higher education. I learned about grants and financial aid that I was eligible and applied to my college's scholarships.
I was not equipped with the study habits I should have learned since middle school. I pushed myself to become organized in order to be prepared in my classes, jobs, and other responsivities. One way to try this is by buying a really great planner!