A Note from Ms. Orenstein, Rosaura's Counselor

Rosaura is only a Freshman. She is currently, by applying to Wishbone and having the courage to go out into the wilderness, exploring her passion despite limited resources. Rosaura came into LPS with a completely new attitude then she had in middle school. She has incredible work ethic as shown by her impressive grades and her making the cheerleading squad. She is constantly in my classroom working during lunch, after and before school, while other students come just out hang out. She joined EPIC and also the outdoor club here at school-- it is clear she is doing everything she can to explore her passion from early on.

Rosaura has found other opportunities to travel locally and push herself to explore the outdoors. This means she is ready to take the next step-- to go on a backpacking trip with Outward Bound. Realizing that she can complete this adventure will do so much for Rosaura's confidence and expand her horizons. Living in Richmond, Rosaura has not has the chance to meet folks who are very different than she is. This type of exposure to newness and to students from different backgrounds would be life changing for her. She can also bring her open mind, her energy and generosity to the group, as well as her own