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Ellen Powell
Supervisor, Youth Service International
Location: Fort Walton Beach, FL United States
Joined: Jan 15th, 2009
About   (request update)
Being a single parent, starting at the age of 17. Which is not unusal in this day and time. It's my spirit of always wanting others around me to see the opportunities that are with in reach when you don't allow problems to become obstacles. I continue to go to college and takin courses that not only betters me, but also helps some one who may be going threw what I have in my life. I am inspired to make a difference threw any circumstance.
My Interview Question
If you could change any part of your life what would it be and how do you think that you would be viewed for your decision?
Current Whereabouts:
I am currently taking Admistrative Assistant course at a Technology School. I plan to return and finish my Criminal Justice degree in the fall.
Life & Professional Aspirations:
My life time goal and professional dream is to complete college, own my own home and coffee shop. I have always wanted to be a college graduate. I was told that I would never be able to do it. I would like to own my own home so that I may offer my grandchildren a foundation of support. To own a coffee shop in a deprived area of economics to offer a career and knowledge and a historical place to remember why we "NEVER GIVE UP."
Education   (request update)
High School: Fort Walton Beach in Fort Walton Beach, FL class of 1989
 
Activities & Accomplishments:
High School, I joined Harambee. Became a single parent.
Best Memories:
Decided to continue my education.
Experience
I currently work with Youth Service International as Supervisor
I have 3 years of experience working in the Law Enforcement, and Security industry.
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