Martinez Rotary Club,

My name is Alaina Julian, a graduate of the Environmental Studies Academy. In June of 2008 I received a one thousand dollar scholarship from your organization. Although no amount of words can express my gratitude, I would like to say thank you for your generous contribution to my education. With the scholarship I have received I plan to enroll in Diablo Valley College (DVC) where I will acquire the two years of general education required before I can apply to a four year college. I am also working on an application to join the Students conservation Association (SCA) where I will strengthen my skills in environmental education. These experiences in DVC and SCA will prepare me for my ultimate goal, acquiring my teaching credential& I have not yet decided upon an ideal college for achieving this goal but I hope to receive some good recommendations from mentors at DVC and SCA. With my teaching credentials I will teach transformative education, the same method of learning that inspired me to excel in school. The scholarship I received from your organization will aid me in the first steps of obtaining my dream. I am overwhelmed with gratitude for this incredible opportunity. Thank you so much.

Sincerely,

Alaina Julian