Finding My Calling in Meade’s Signature Program

I am an AACPS: Student, Meade High School

Growing up in Odenton, I was surrounded by kids who were participating in activities that were not responsible. In middle school I was influenced to participate in certain activities that I am not proud of such as throwing rocks at houses, Ding dong ditch, etc. Then going into my freshman year of high school I wasn’t as focused as I should’ve been which is why my grades weren’t on the level that they should’ve been.

I started to get focused and motivated in my junior year at Meade Senior High School once I heard about our school’s Homeland Security Signature program and the opportunities that came with it. This program allowed me to focus on surrounding myself with people that are driven and focused while partaking in activities that are responsible and beneficial for my future. During the progression of my junior year, I learned about so many opportunities and career paths that I could focus on in the future. This made me more open-minded and motivated to become a more responsible and principled individual.

Now I have a plan for my future to attend a four year university majoring in cyber security and criminal justice while joining the Army Reserve, then join the Army as a officer after college while working in the intelligence/security field. Once I get out of the military, I plan to go into the secret service or any other government position to pursue the intelligence/security field. Finally, I would like to go into an independent contracting position working in cyber security or intelligence.