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Daniel Morris

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Bio

My career goal is to be a engineer and to be a person who can overcome difficult problems and work with others to build a better world. I believe that I am a great candidate for a scholarship because throughout my life I have tried my hardest to do my best to obtain an education that will take me down the right path. My family has always taught me to depend on myself as much as I possibly can before asking for help or favors. I believe this is what I was taught because my family wanted to show and teach me individual responsibility in order to be a productive citizen in this country. With that in mind I plan on funding my own education to the best of my ability. I have had a good foundation starting in high school with a 3.5 GPA and throughout my years in high school I have been consistent in my academics as well as participated organizations such as Beta Club, Baseball and Football. Receiving a scholarship will help me further my dreams of becoming an engineer and graduating from The University of Southern Mississippi just like my father did.

Education

Presbyterian Christian School

High School
2015 - 2024

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Bachelor's degree program

  • Majors of interest:

    • Ocean Engineering
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      ocean eng

    • Dream career goals:

      Sports

      Football

      Varsity
      2021 – 20232 years

      Baseball

      Junior Varsity
      2020 – 20233 years

      Research

      • Engineering, Other

        Hattiesburg Zoo — Worker
        2022 – 2023

      Arts

      • Self

        Painting
        2015 – 2023

      Public services

      • Volunteering

        Sunrise Baptist Church Disaster Relief — Help
        2022 – 2023
      • Volunteering

        Pine Belt Animal Shelter — Volunteer
        2015 – 2023

      Future Interests

      Advocacy

      Volunteering

      Philanthropy

      Entrepreneurship

      Elevate Mental Health Awareness Scholarship
      I believe that I am a great candidate for a scholarship because throughout my life I have tried my hardest to do my best to obtain an education that will take me down the right path. My family has always taught me to depend on myself as much as I possibly can before asking for help or favors. I believe this is what I was taught because my family wanted to show and teach me individual responsibility in order to be a productive citizen in this country. With that in mind I plan on funding my own education to the best of my ability. I have had a good foundation starting in high school with a 3.5 GPA and throughout my years in high school I have been consistent in my academics as well as participated organizations such as Beta Club, Baseball and Football. Receiving a scholarship will help me further my dreams of becoming an engineer and graduating from The University of Southern Mississippi just like my father did. As I prepare to move forward with my education, I look back over the academic challenges for myself as I have had to deal with dyslexia. I discovered this problem when I was in the 5th grade. Everything in school seemed impossible and difficult for me. At that time, I found myself often getting distracted and could not sit still or concentrate. All the sights and sounds around me at school were very overstimulating and I had trouble listening and learning. I was then diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder along with dyslexia. With my parents and teachers support, I began a dyslexic program which taught me strategies to learn how to be successful in reading and writing. I can truly say even after learning the dyslexic strategies, I still struggled in classes that had huge reading content such as history and writing components in English. I often had to receive modifications and extra time on my tests so that I could be successful with my disability. I had very supportive teachers throughout middle school and high school who were very patient with my disability. In high school, I found the content and classes overwhelming and I had to learn new ways to transition and how to keep myself organized. I was able to take regular classes with assistance and understanding teachers along with my modifications. I found myself going to tutorials often and getting help. I was provided with several assistive technology supports such as Speech to text, Grammarly, and spelling check. These applications have made my school learning easier and more efficient. As a senior, I can say that school has not been easy for me as a student with Dyslexia and ADHD; however, I have learned how to manage my learning in school and to my surprise have been overall successful. High school has been an overall fun journey for me with my supportive friends. I am excited to graduate and celebrate this year with my classmates. I am excited to see where this next adventure will take me.
      @ESPdaniella Disabled Degree Scholarship
      I believe that I am a great candidate for a scholarship because throughout my life I have tried my hardest to do my best to obtain an education that will take me down the right path. My family has always taught me to depend on myself as much as I possibly can before asking for help or favors. I believe this is what I was taught because my family wanted to show and teach me individual responsibility in order to be a productive citizen in this country. With that in mind I plan on funding my own education to the best of my ability. I have had a good foundation starting in high school with a 3.5 GPA and throughout my years in high school I have been consistent in my academics as well as participated organizations such as Beta Club, Baseball and Football. Receiving a scholarship will help me further my dreams of becoming an engineer and graduating from The University of Southern Mississippi just like my father did.
      Individualized Education Pathway Scholarship
      I believe that I am a great candidate for a scholarship because throughout my life I have tried my hardest to do my best to obtain an education that will take me down the right path. My family has always taught me to depend on myself as much as I possibly can before asking for help or favors. I believe this is what I was taught because my family wanted to show and teach me individual responsibility in order to be a productive citizen in this country. With that in mind I plan on funding my own education to the best of my ability. I have had a good foundation starting in high school with a 3.5 GPA and throughout my years in high school I have been consistent in my academics as well as participated organizations such as Beta Club, Baseball and Football. Receiving a scholarship will help me further my dreams of becoming an engineer and graduating from The University of Southern Mississippi just like my father did. As I prepare to move forward with my education, I look back over the academic challenges for myself as I have had to deal with dyslexia. I discovered this problem when I was in the 5th grade. Everything in school seemed impossible and difficult for me. At that time, I found myself often getting distracted and could not sit still or concentrate. All the sights and sounds around me at school were very overstimulating and I had trouble listening and learning. I was then diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder along with dyslexia. With my parents and teachers support, I began a dyslexic program which taught me strategies to learn how to be successful in reading and writing. I can truly say even after learning the dyslexic strategies, I still struggled in classes that had huge reading content such as history and writing components in English. I often had to receive modifications and extra time on my tests so that I could be successful with my disability. I had very supportive teachers throughout middle school and high school who were very patient with my disability. In high school, I found the content and classes overwhelming and I had to learn new ways to transition and how to keep myself organized. I was able to take regular classes with assistance and understanding teachers along with my modifications. I found myself going to tutorials often and getting help. I was provided with several assistive technology supports such as Speech to text, Grammarly, and spelling check. These applications have made my school learning easier and more efficient. As a senior, I can say that school has not been easy for me as a student with Dyslexia and ADHD; however, I have learned how to manage my learning in school and to my surprise have been overall successful. High school has been an overall fun journey for me with my supportive friends. I am excited to graduate and celebrate this year with my classmates. I am excited to see where this next adventure will take me.
      Dylan's Journey Memorial Scholarship
      I believe that I am a great candidate for a scholarship because throughout my life I have tried my hardest to do my best to obtain an education that will take me down the right path. My family has always taught me to depend on myself as much as I possibly can before asking for help or favors. I believe this is what I was taught because my family wanted to show and teach me individual responsibility in order to be a productive citizen in this country. With that in mind I plan on funding my own education to the best of my ability. I have had a good foundation starting in high school with a 3.5 GPA and throughout my years in high school I have been consistent in my academics as well as participated organizations such as Beta Club, Baseball and Football. Receiving a scholarship will help me further my dreams of becoming an engineer and graduating from The University of Southern Mississippi just like my father did. As I prepare to move forward with my education, I look back over the academic challenges for myself as I have had to deal with dyslexia. I discovered this problem when I was in the 5th grade. Everything in school seemed impossible and difficult for me. At that time, I found myself often getting distracted and could not sit still or concentrate. All the sights and sounds around me at school were very overstimulating and I had trouble listening and learning. I was then diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder along with dyslexia. With my parents and teachers support, I began a dyslexic program which taught me strategies to learn how to be successful in reading and writing. I can truly say even after learning the dyslexic strategies, I still struggled in classes that had huge reading content such as history and writing components in English. I often had to receive modifications and extra time on my tests so that I could be successful with my disability. I had very supportive teachers throughout middle school and high school who were very patient with my disability. In high school, I found the content and classes overwhelming and I had to learn new ways to transition and how to keep myself organized. I was able to take regular classes with assistance and understanding teachers along with my modifications. I found myself going to tutorials often and getting help. I was provided with several assistive technology supports such as Speech to text, Grammarly, and spelling check. These applications have made my school learning easier and more efficient. As a senior, I can say that school has not been easy for me as a student with Dyslexia and ADHD; however, I have learned how to manage my learning in school and to my surprise have been overall successful. High school has been an overall fun journey for me with my supportive friends. I am excited to graduate and celebrate this year with my classmates. I am excited to see where this next adventure will take me.
      Richard P. Mullen Memorial Scholarship
      I believe that I am a great candidate for a scholarship because throughout my life I have tried my hardest to do my best to obtain an education that will take me down the right path. My family has always taught me to depend on myself as much as I possibly can before asking for help or favors. I believe this is what I was taught because my family wanted to show and teach me individual responsibility in order to be a productive citizen in this country. With that in mind I plan on funding my own education to the best of my ability. I have had a good foundation starting in high school with a 3.5 GPA and throughout my years in high school I have been consistent in my academics as well as participated organizations such as Beta Club, Baseball and Football. Receiving a scholarship will help me further my dreams of becoming an engineer and graduating from The University of Southern Mississippi just like my father did. As I prepare to move forward with my education, I look back over the academic challenges for myself as I have had to deal with dyslexia. I discovered this problem when I was in the 5th grade. Everything in school seemed impossible and difficult for me. At that time, I found myself often getting distracted and could not sit still or concentrate. All the sights and sounds around me at school were very overstimulating and I had trouble listening and learning. I was then diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder along with dyslexia. With my parents and teachers support, I began a dyslexic program which taught me strategies to learn how to be successful in reading and writing. I can truly say even after learning the dyslexic strategies, I still struggled in classes that had huge reading content such as history and writing components in English. I often had to receive modifications and extra time on my tests so that I could be successful with my disability. I had very supportive teachers throughout middle school and high school who were very patient with my disability. In high school, I found the content and classes overwhelming and I had to learn new ways to transition and how to keep myself organized. I was able to take regular classes with assistance and understanding teachers along with my modifications. I found myself going to tutorials often and getting help. I was provided with several assistive technology supports such as Speech to text, Grammarly, and spelling check. These applications have made my school learning easier and more efficient. As a senior, I can say that school has not been easy for me as a student with Dyslexia and ADHD; however, I have learned how to manage my learning in school and to my surprise have been overall successful. High school has been an overall fun journey for me with my supportive friends. I am excited to graduate and celebrate this year with my classmates. I am excited to see where this next adventure will take me.
      Joieful Connections Scholarship
      I believe that I am a great candidate for a scholarship because throughout my life I have tried my hardest to do my best to obtain an education that will take me down the right path. My family has always taught me to depend on myself as much as I possibly can before asking for help or favors. I believe this is what I was taught because my family wanted to show and teach me individual responsibility in order to be a productive citizen in this country. With that in mind I plan on funding my own education to the best of my ability. I have had a good foundation starting in high school with a 3.5 GPA and throughout my years in high school I have been consistent in my academics as well as participated organizations such as Beta Club, Baseball and Football. Receiving a scholarship will help me further my dreams of becoming an engineer and graduating from The University of Southern Mississippi just like my father did. As I prepare to move forward with my education, I look back over the academic challenges for myself as I have had to deal with dyslexia. I discovered this problem when I was in the 5th grade. Everything in school seemed impossible and difficult for me. At that time, I found myself often getting distracted and could not sit still or concentrate. All the sights and sounds around me at school were very overstimulating and I had trouble listening and learning. I was then diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder along with dyslexia. With my parents and teachers support, I began a dyslexic program which taught me strategies to learn how to be successful in reading and writing. I can truly say even after learning the dyslexic strategies, I still struggled in classes that had huge reading content such as history and writing components in English. I often had to receive modifications and extra time on my tests so that I could be successful with my disability. I had very supportive teachers throughout middle school and high school who were very patient with my disability. In high school, I found the content and classes overwhelming and I had to learn new ways to transition and how to keep myself organized. I was able to take regular classes with assistance and understanding teachers along with my modifications. I found myself going to tutorials often and getting help. I was provided with several assistive technology supports such as Speech to text, Grammarly, and spelling check. These applications have made my school learning easier and more efficient. As a senior, I can say that school has not been easy for me as a student with Dyslexia and ADHD; however, I have learned how to manage my learning in school and to my surprise have been overall successful. High school has been an overall fun journey for me with my supportive friends. I am excited to graduate and celebrate this year with my classmates. I am excited to see where this next adventure will take me.
      Diverse Abilities Scholarship
      I believe that I am a great candidate for a scholarship because throughout my life I have tried my hardest to do my best to obtain an education that will take me down the right path. My family has always taught me to depend on myself as much as I possibly can before asking for help or favors. I believe this is what I was taught because my family wanted to show and teach me individual responsibility in order to be a productive citizen in this country. With that in mind I plan on funding my own education to the best of my ability. I have had a good foundation starting in high school with a 3.5 GPA and throughout my years in high school I have been consistent in my academics as well as participated organizations such as Beta Club, Baseball and Football. Receiving a scholarship will help me further my dreams of becoming an engineer and graduating from The University of Southern Mississippi just like my father did. As I prepare to move forward with my education, I look back over the academic challenges for myself as I have had to deal with dyslexia. I discovered this problem when I was in the 5th grade. Everything in school seemed impossible and difficult for me. At that time, I found myself often getting distracted and could not sit still or concentrate. All the sights and sounds around me at school were very overstimulating and I had trouble listening and learning. I was then diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder along with dyslexia. With my parents and teachers support, I began a dyslexic program which taught me strategies to learn how to be successful in reading and writing. I can truly say even after learning the dyslexic strategies, I still struggled in classes that had huge reading content such as history and writing components in English. I often had to receive modifications and extra time on my tests so that I could be successful with my disability. I had very supportive teachers throughout middle school and high school who were very patient with my disability. In high school, I found the content and classes overwhelming and I had to learn new ways to transition and how to keep myself organized. I was able to take regular classes with assistance and understanding teachers along with my modifications. I found myself going to tutorials often and getting help. I was provided with several assistive technology supports such as Speech to text, Grammarly, and spelling check. These applications have made my school learning easier and more efficient. As a senior, I can say that school has not been easy for me as a student with Dyslexia and ADHD; however, I have learned how to manage my learning in school and to my surprise have been overall successful. High school has been an overall fun journey for me with my supportive friends. I am excited to graduate and celebrate this year with my classmates. I am excited to see where this next adventure will take me.
      Clifton D. Willis Memorial Scholarship
      I believe that I am a great candidate for a scholarship because throughout my life I have tried my hardest to do my best to obtain an education that will take me down the right path. My family has always taught me to depend on myself as much as I possibly can before asking for help or favors. I believe this is what I was taught because my family wanted to show and teach me individual responsibility in order to be a productive citizen in this country. With that in mind I plan on funding my own education to the best of my ability. I have had a good foundation starting in high school with a 3.5 GPA and throughout my years in high school I have been consistent in my academics as well as participated organizations such as Beta Club, Baseball and Football. Receiving a scholarship will help me further my dreams of becoming an engineer and graduating from The University of Southern Mississippi just like my father did. As I prepare to move forward with my education, I look back over the academic challenges for myself as I have had to deal with dyslexia. I discovered this problem when I was in the 5th grade. Everything in school seemed impossible and difficult for me. At that time, I found myself often getting distracted and could not sit still or concentrate. All the sights and sounds around me at school were very overstimulating and I had trouble listening and learning. I was then diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder along with dyslexia. With my parents and teachers support, I began a dyslexic program which taught me strategies to learn how to be successful in reading and writing. I can truly say even after learning the dyslexic strategies, I still struggled in classes that had huge reading content such as history and writing components in English. I often had to receive modifications and extra time on my tests so that I could be successful with my disability. I had very supportive teachers throughout middle school and high school who were very patient with my disability. In high school, I found the content and classes overwhelming and I had to learn new ways to transition and how to keep myself organized. I was able to take regular classes with assistance and understanding teachers along with my modifications. I found myself going to tutorials often and getting help. I was provided with several assistive technology supports such as Speech to text, Grammarly, and spelling check. These applications have made my school learning easier and more efficient. As a senior, I can say that school has not been easy for me as a student with Dyslexia and ADHD; however, I have learned how to manage my learning in school and to my surprise have been overall successful. High school has been an overall fun journey for me with my supportive friends. I am excited to graduate and celebrate this year with my classmates. I am excited to see where this next adventure will take me.
      Ventana Ocean Conservation Scholarship
      I believe that I am a great candidate for a scholarship because throughout my life I have tried my hardest to do my best to obtain an education that will take me down the right path. My family has always taught me to depend on myself as much as I possibly can before asking for help or favors. I believe this is what I was taught because my family wanted to show and teach me individual responsibility in order to be a productive citizen in this country. With that in mind I plan on funding my own education to the best of my ability. I have had a good foundation starting in high school with a 3.5 GPA and throughout my years in high school I have been consistent in my academics as well as participated organizations such as Beta Club, Baseball and Football. Receiving a scholarship will help me further my dreams of becoming an engineer and graduating from The University of Southern Mississippi just like my father did. As I prepare to move forward with my education, I look back over the academic challenges for myself as I have had to deal with dyslexia. I discovered this problem when I was in the 5th grade. Everything in school seemed impossible and difficult for me. At that time, I found myself often getting distracted and could not sit still or concentrate. All the sights and sounds around me at school were very overstimulating and I had trouble listening and learning. I was then diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder along with dyslexia. With my parents and teachers support, I began a dyslexic program which taught me strategies to learn how to be successful in reading and writing. I can truly say even after learning the dyslexic strategies, I still struggled in classes that had huge reading content such as history and writing components in English. I often had to receive modifications and extra time on my tests so that I could be successful with my disability. I had very supportive teachers throughout middle school and high school who were very patient with my disability. In high school, I found the content and classes overwhelming and I had to learn new ways to transition and how to keep myself organized. I was able to take regular classes with assistance and understanding teachers along with my modifications. I found myself going to tutorials often and getting help. I was provided with several assistive technology supports such as Speech to text, Grammarly, and spelling check. These applications have made my school learning easier and more efficient. As a senior, I can say that school has not been easy for me as a student with Dyslexia and ADHD; however, I have learned how to manage my learning in school and to my surprise have been overall successful. High school has been an overall fun journey for me with my supportive friends. I am excited to graduate and celebrate this year with my classmates. I am excited to see where this next adventure will take me.