My Nonprofit Reviews

When I found out about JSA, I knew it was a program I had to get involved in. As a mock trial, and debate student, and having immense interest in social sciences it was exactly the opportunity I was looking for. However all opportunities come with a cost, and JSA's tuition cost was unfortunately out of my bounds, with then recent financial struggle that me and my family were going through. But I worked hard, and decided that I was going to participate in this educational program no matter what, and I was happy to have been in touch with some of the most understanding and supporting people/staff of JSA. They accommodated me as much as they could, and went the extra mile for me, so I would get to participate in the program. This opportunity changed my dreams, it not only helped me better understand what I want to do in the future, but it made me understand just how much I can do now at my age. And yes I knew anything is possible so long as you put your mind to it, but this program reinforced how much power I as a teen, had to make changes to my environment, to help people, to achieve my dreams before I become old. It is also what gave me further motivation to work harder towards my educational and career goals. Since then I have shared my knowledge and experience with many of my friends and classmates, to motivate them towards their goals. Also in JSA I was fortunate to make soo many new friends, valuable friends that I still keep in touch with, and we help each other on college apps, and questions. I met some of the best students from all around the world, with different dreams, ideas, and interests. I personally love diversity, because its I think one thing that makes things more interesting, I love sharing ideas, because from multiple ideas and interests there is so many new things one can create. I personally was part of the JSA summer program at Stanford University, were I got to know the campus and college life better, and so I can say that when I go to college, I will be much more comfortable with the idea. JSA staff were very supportive during the program and in a funny way I found myself saying over and over again that they were my second family in a sense. While they are serious, and they create the opportunities for us to meet notable representatives congressman and many other politicians, from whom we can learn more, and provide professors who teach us how to properly debate and think regarding politics without dismissing the other side, they are also very goofy, and fun. They make the whole experience even better, with their trips around the school, to museums, and cities. My time in JSA was one of the best times I ever had in my entire life. I strongly recommend any student or teen to this program, and it doesn't matter if you want to become. a lawyer, artist, businessman, or musician, this program is for every student, because it teaches about thought, analysis, morals, and basics of politics that all people should know.