2. Thesis Baltimore, Maryland Private school & college Financial struggles

3. Recession 2007-2008 Largest since Great Depression Unemployment rates in Maryland increase 2008-> 2.6 million Americans become unemployed

4. Kentucky experience Meet people who have gone through similar struggle Outlooks on this situation

5. Private school Small, all girls, boarding school Gain confidence in myself Feel ready for change for college University of Kentucky is the right fit

6. Goals Graduate with Bachelor’s in Elementary Education Get job after graduation Eventually get Master’s Pay for completely on my own

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