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"In the future when I finish school, I would like to help orphans and needy children of Kibera and Kenya at large. I wouldn't like in the coming years to see children of Kibera suffering and not going to school. My goal is to change the slums and upgrade it to make it a better place for children and the people of Kibera. I also admire England very much and when I finish school, I imagine myself going to university in England to become a journalist. I promised myself to work hard in my studies so that I can be a journalist. Journalism is my dream and I believe that when I work hard I can make it. "

My name is Damallyne Merrine Apoda and I attend Othaya Girls High School. I previously scored 375 marks on the KCPE from Anajali Primary School. The environment in high school was completely different and I was really challenged during the first week. It was too cold to manage, as time went by I started managing it so well. I also got new friends and the teachers there are very friendly. I also had problems with time keeping. Attending school the school was difficult, as there were no school fees and my parents were stranded. I really thank God for the scholarship program. I joined a very good school and my dreams of getting good grades are still alive. My prayers are for things to get back to normal and place my efforts on studies.

My name is Jospeh Odhiambo Otieno. I did my primary school exams at Bar Olengo and scored 394 marks on the KCPE. I joined Tala High School which is located in Machakos county, Kenya. Tala is a good school with more than 20 teachers. The school is well organized and the teachers are friendly and teach well. I did a full test while in school and scored a B, with challenges in Physics and business studies. The scholarship program allowed me to be in school, as my parents are jobless and cannot pay school fees. For now I am at home due to the corona virus and studying here is really hard. I have a sister and we study together, but at times loud music from the neighbouring houses cannot allow one to study. I really thank God for the support and I promise to work hard to attain the best grades.

When I grow up I would like to be a veterinarian so that I can treat animals and stop poaching. My hobbies are sports, cooking, going for shopping with my friends, and working with creativity and fashion. My favorite subjects are maths and science because to be a vet you should study hard in these subjects

I have three siblings who I enjoy spending time with. I am a hardworking student, great at time management, and as well intelligent both at school and at home. I am always in love with ensuring I am tidy and neat. I enjoy swimming, hiking and riding bikes when I do get the chance to have one handy. When I grow up I hope to be a gynecologist and that's because I hope to help women understand their sexual health better and be able to be proud of seeking medical attention when need be and that would mean they can consult with a fellow lady, probably providing them with a safe space.

Nicholas has always been a good student. However, a few years ago his father lost his job and his mother had trouble paying his school fees on her own. "My plan in the future is to complete my education and I aspire to be a professional psychologist. I would love support with my school fees for my secondary level. I believe in the name of God and you guys, because I know that you are the ones who can help me and make me what I want to be. I know specifically that I have to focus on my studies if I get this opportunity. I am ready and willing to make you proud by attaining good marks in my studies. After my studies, I promise to stop and work very hard to eradicate the issues of poverty and corruption. These are the issues most faced by many people in the area where I live."