FAIRFIELD, WA
Age
19
Gender
Female
Ethnicity
Black/African, Caucasian
Religion
Christian
Church
Christian Church
Hobbies and interests
Babysitting And Childcare
Bible Study
Church
Education
Spanish
Social Work
Sports
Teaching
Volleyball
Track and Field
Weightlifting
Writing
Youth Group
Animals
Art
Basketball
Beach
Birdwatching
Board Games And Puzzles
Business And Entrepreneurship
Cleaning
Coffee
Communications
Reading
Mystery
Horror
Sophia Jensen
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My life goals are to make the most positive impact, by contributing to society in a meaningful way, to achieve personal and professional growth, by learning from my own mistakes, and to continuously learn and develop new skills. I am most passionate about self-improvement. I'm the best candidate that you will find, because I have very strong skills and highly ranked qualifications. I want people to know that I am a very motivated and social person, as well.
Education
Freeman High School
Bachelor's degree programMajors:
- Education, General
Minors:
- Business/Commerce, General
GPA:
3.6
Freeman High School
High SchoolGPA:
3.6
Miscellaneous
Desired degree level:
Bachelor's degree program
Majors of interest:
- Education, General
- Business/Commerce, General
Career
Dream career field:
Education
Dream career goals:
My goal is to change lives, while teaching.
Sports
Track & Field
Varsity2018 – Present6 years
Awards
- Lettered
Volleyball
Junior Varsity2020 – Present4 years
Awards
- Participation
Arts
Freeman High School Art
Visual ArtsArt2022 – Present
Public services
Volunteering
Buddy Ball — Volunteering2022 – PresentVolunteering
Freeman High School Basketball — Manager2020 – Present
Future Interests
Advocacy
Volunteering
Arin Kel Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed.
Walking In Authority International Ministry Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Nintendo Super Fan Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Sunni E. Fagan Memorial Music Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Frank and Patty Skerl Educational Scholarship for the Physically Disabled
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Marie Humphries Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Jennifer Gephart Memorial Working Mothers Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Jose Montanez Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Hicks Scholarship Award
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Virginia Jeanette Drummond Kissane Women in STEM Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
LGBTQ+ Wellness in Action Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
“The Office” Obsessed! Fan Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Selma Luna Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane.
River City Ringers of Omaha Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Hampton Roads Unity "Be a Pillar" Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Journey 180 Planner Changemaker Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Chris Ford Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Brian J Boley Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Dylan's Journey Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
STAR Scholarship - Students Taking Alternative Routes
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Zendaya Superfan Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
HeavenCent Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Jerzee Foundation Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Ojeda Multi-County Youth Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Nick Lindblad Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
“I Matter” Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Fall Favs: A Starbucks Stan Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Kerry Kennedy Life Is Good Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Martin Simutis Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Anthony Bruder Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Shays Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Dan Gramatic Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary.
KC R. Sandidge Photography Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane.
Once Upon a #BookTok Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
1989 (Taylor's Version) Fan Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
William A. Stuart Dream Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Janean D. Watkins Overcoming Adversity Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Goobie-Ramlal Education Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Youth Equine Service Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Rebecca Hunter Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Tim Watabe Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Justin Moeller Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Top Watch Newsletter Movie Fanatics Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Law Family Single Parent Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
"The Summer I Turned Pretty" Fan Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Bald Eagle Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Kalia D. Davis Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Mental Health Scholarship for Women
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
RonranGlee Literary Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges. I come from a very strong literary place and I have always loved my English classes in school. I certainly hope that I am well fitted for this scholarship.
Students with Congenital Heart Defects Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Eras Tour Farewell Fan Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Eden Alaine Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
A Man Helping Women Helping Women Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Xavier M. Monroe Heart of Gold Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Our Destiny Our Future Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
STEM & Medicine Passion Essay
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Joseph A. Terbrack ALS Memorial Scholarship Fund
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Ethel Hayes Destigmatization of Mental Health Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Adam Montes Pride Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
William Griggs Memorial Scholarship for Science and Math
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Joe Ford Trade Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Elizabeth Schalk Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Harriett Russell Carr Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Aserina Hill Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary.
Jessie Koci Future Entrepreneurs Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Russell Koci Skilled Trade Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Elijah's Helping Hand Scholarship Award
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Patriots Path Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
West Family Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Dr. Soronnadi Nnaji Legacy Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Essenmacher Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
AHS Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
David Hinsdale Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Joanne Pransky Celebration of Women in Robotics
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Hakim Mendez Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
David Foster Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Uniball's Skilled Trades Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Gabriel Martin Memorial Annual Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Elevate Women in Technology Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane.
Elevate Mental Health Awareness Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Caring 4 Carrie (C4C) Kidney Advocacy Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Sean Carroll's Mindscape Big Picture Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Carol S. Comeau Environmental Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Scholarship Institute’s Annual Women’s Leadership Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
VNutrition & Wellness’ Annual LGBTQ+ Vitality Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Individualized Education Pathway Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Big Picture Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Project Kennedy Fighting Cancers of All Colors Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Linda Fontenot-Williams Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
E.R.I.C.A. Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Joshua’s Home Remodeling Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Zakita D. Bond Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
PRIDE in Education Award
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Monroe Justice and Equality Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Hester Richardson Powell Memorial Service Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Derk Golden Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Eco-Warrior Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Trever David Clark Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Richard P. Mullen Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Windward Spirit Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Wild Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
James Gabriel Memorial Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
La Matriz Sagrada Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
New Kids Can Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.
Sacha Curry Warrior Scholarship
My name is Sophia Jensen, and I am a Senior at Freeman High School. I believe God allows hurdles to be put in front of us, and those hurdles represent things that either completely stop us in our tracks, trip us up or make us stronger. The “hurdles” in my life have represented some pretty significant obstacles. I was born in Spokane to a single mother; my father lived in Spokane, literally blocks away, but was not involved in my life once he and my mom decided their relationship was not going to work out. My mom and I clung to one another. I am mixed-race as my mother was mixed-race; we look so much alike. My mom was amazing, and she loved me well. Mom received a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and she understood that my future (with no family able to step in) was uncertain. She knew she needed to find a family for me, so she reached out to a Spokane adoption agency, and we began to interview prospective families together. I met the Jensens (a local family of 4) during that search. I had been an only child for the first eight years of my life (I loved the adventures my mom and I had together!), and the prospect of having sisters was exciting! I spent weekdays with the Jensens (they ran me back and forth to school) and weekends with my mom. This went on until my mom passed away, at which time I was adopted and officially became a Jensen. Figuring out a new family is not easy. It requires hard work by all involved. It demands empathy, communication, and most of all forgiveness. Shortly after I was adopted, my oldest sister was shot in a school shooting at Freeman High School. I found myself once again shuffled between homes as Mom and Dad tried to balance work, family and stays at the hospital. I tell you these stories to say I have experienced a lot. Life has thrown some high hurdles in front of me. If I have learned anything, it would be to run hard between the hurdles. When life gives you a clear path, and the wind is at your back, run! Enjoy the race between the obstacles but prepare yourself for the upcoming hurdle. Hurdles are inevitable; they will end up in your lane. Listen to the cheers; hear those who are rooting for you. Train for the race. Remember the hurdles you have already cleared; nothing can stand in my way considering what I have overcome. Envision the finish line; I want to cross it knowing I left it all on the “track”.
I love where I am in my life, and I am so proud of the things I have accomplished. I persevered. I did not let life run me over. I learned to forgive. My biological father is now a part of my life. I have been taught significant life skills needed to succeed. My biological mother had a miscarriage a couple of years before having me. It is crazy and very exciting for me to think that I have a biological sibling waiting to meet me in heaven. I always thought my childhood was very ordinary, but I have come to learn that it was extraordinary. Extraordinary hardship. Extraordinary perseverance. Extraordinary grace. Ultimately, an extraordinary blessing. My life is in no way ordinary, and neither am I!
I wanted to share my inspiring life story with you because I feel like this has shown courage when I was facing life challenges.