Last year, we featured Deborah (affectionately called Debbie), a stellar scholar at The SEED School of Maryland (SEED MD) in our back-to-school highlights. Since enrolling at SEED MD, Debbie has developed an impressive resume. She’s joined over 20 different clubs, organizations, and committees, and she currently serves as president of the SEED Maryland Student Government Association.
Debbie is known for her big smile and positive spirit, which remains intact despite the current challenges our nation is facing. With the clear direction set by our SEED MD leaders, Debbie has seamlessly adjusted to virtual learning.
“Adjusting to virtual learning has been pretty easy! My teachers have taught me tricks to stay focused and productive. I was having a challenge with managing my dual enrollment classes online, but SEED provided me with the resources and support I needed.”
In addition to staying on top of her studies, Debbie has kept in touch with her SEED college counselor, so she is aware of any changing deadlines and financial resources available for incoming college students.
“I still regularly meet with my college success advisor to discuss my college decisions. I also check in with my student life counselor to talk about whatever I may be feeling that day. Overall, SEED has done everything possible to help me.”
Debbie’s persistence and dedication has paid off. She received The 2020 SEED Foundation Scholarship, which provides up to $12,000 in funding over four years to exceptional SEED scholars. She has been accepted to great schools, such as Temple University and was recently accepted to her top choice—Spelman College! Check out this video of Debbie.
We look forward to seeing the impact she has on our community!