Analysis Of Jackie Macdonald And Who It May Concern Essay

For one of the few times in my life, I let myself down. At my interview for Phillips Exeter, the admissions director asked me how I would face disappointment, given that it would surely occur over the next four years. I thought I knew, but as it turns out, I overestimated my abilities to face it head on. During those first two years, disappointment hurt me. By concentrating on that period of time, you would perceive me incorrectly. But please know this: I am stronger than ever, more aware of my ability to overcome something that hit me

Probation serves as the most frequently used sentence for those convicted. This is evident when you consider that the United States justice system oversees nearly 7 million people. Over half of those, a staggering 3.7 million people, are on probation with another 840,000 on parole (Rabuy, 2017). With those individuals representing the largest percentage of the American corrections system, it is important that we learn as much as possible about probation in order to improve the success of these programs. Probation involves a set of conditions that the probationer agrees to adhere to in exchange for remaining in the community. Typical conditions include a waiver of the offenders fourth amendment rights, maintaining employment or school

In 1919 Jackie was born. He had 4 other sibling, and his dad had left them with only their mother to take care of them. His mother bought a house on a white family street and were the only other black family living there. In high school, he got 4 letters in basketball, baseball, track, and football. Later on, he married his wife, and they had 3 kids. The kids names were Jackie Jr., Sharon and David. His son later died in a car accident.

Truth, Equality, and Justice are the essences that drive Jackie Yalta to spread confidence, compassion, and integrity in all aspects of her life. She moved to Lawrenceville, Georgia from Paterson, New Jersey in 2007 for the pursuit of a higher education. Jackie’s hero is her special needs brother, Tom, who conquers each day with his kindness and smile. Thankful for her education, family, and community, the move encouraged Jackie to pursue ways to contribute to society in a positive direction.

Over the years I have encountered many road blocks, none of which I hadn’t been able to overcome. My freshman year I had been cut from the volleyball team after working so hard over the summer to improve my skills. I admit, I felt extremely put down by this turn of events but if that had never happened, I wouldn’t have found the sport I love more, cross country. On top of that, I received and application for National Honors Society last year, and I was ecstatic. However, when I didn’t quite make it in, there was a determination in me to find a way to better improve the skills required to qualify to be a part of this amazing group of people. Those events shaped my character deeply. I also had the amazing opportunity to go on a mission trip to

In the past few years I have faced many challenges. The major challenge I faced in the year 2017 was the passing of my Father. He passed in a very stressful and busy part in my life, and it was very hard to focus on my school work, volleyball team, and job. As difficult as that situation was I have learned to persevere through the hardest of times. I now can push through any situation and face any challenge that comes my way, whether that be academic or in life.

I have appreciated much of the process in which I have journeyed over the last few years. Many of my classes have not only taught me things, but have given me insight into myself, my children, friends and family. I have learned to apply some of the lessons learned with how I would react to issues, interpret scenarios and motivate myself.

I am writing you concerning parole consideration, I was told by the counselor this letter needs to be short, meaningful and to the point. I know that you all probably receive a million letters similar to mines but please may I have a few moments of your time. Since my incarceration from the county jail to prison I have been thoroughly evaluating my thoughts and actions. I have only myself to blame for the horrific things that I am experiencing coupled with the shame I brought upon my family! I left my kids without their father and placed financial burdens on my family which could have been avoided altogether. I see first hand how destructive it is for young kids to grow up without a positive male

As a citizen, a member of my community, and a taxpayer, I greatly admire the work that probation officers and other members of our corrections system do for our society. However, I do not believe enough is being done. Recidivism is “a person 's relapse into criminal behavior, often after the person receives sanctions or undergoes intervention for a previous crime” (National Institute of Justice, 2014). Recidivism is an important measure of program success. The entire purpose of the corrections system is to prevent further crime by providing a punishment for past crimes and rehabilitation for criminal ways of living. If the corrections system does not meet these goals, the recidivism rate will increase. Thus, probation must be highly efficient in order to battle the recidivism rate.

As the years come along one after another people have come in and out of my life, but at the end of the day it all comes down to what I did?, what will I do?, and what can I do? Sometimes you will ask yourself if what you do is even valuable and sometimes it might seem like it doesn’t, but truly deep down it is and will always be. Throughout this journey, I have faced many obstacles and will still need to face many more as the years come. However, one thing I won’t regret is making

After my convection in 1994, I was on probation for ?? Years during that period of time I came to realize the freedom of living and abiding by set parameters, also while on probation I never had any issues or incidents with the probation department. I was released from probation two years early due to my ethical and moral character. Since that time I moved to South Dakota to begin a fresh chapter in my life, free of any previous influences. I now own and operate a thriving trucking company.

I offer this letter in response to the advertised Probation Officer position on www.uscourts.gov. I am confident that you will find me a perfect match for this position, as you will see that I fit the profile that you have offered in your post for the position, furthermore I have all the necessary skill to make this position at US Probation Office a success. With a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and seven years’ experience solely concentrated in corrections. In addition to, experience both inside the prison setting as a correctional officer and correctional case manager, and current experience as a North Carolina Probation/Parole Officer II. I believe to be suitable for the available position. With this conviction, I am applying my

Last year, I was struck by an epiphany about how to react to the troubles of life because of a simple cheer competition in Dallas. At the time however, it was not just a "simple competition." Placing first in the Dallas Spirit Festival was imperative to not only me, but also my team. It was so important to us we practiced for hours on end, day in and day out to ensure our routine was perfect. Going into the competition, we were all very nervous but by the end of this experience I was able to discover something I never realized before; something that would change my outlook on life forever.

THE SECOND I FOUND OUT I WAS PREGNANT I HAD ALREADY STOPPED ASSOCIATING WITH THE NEGATIVE PEOPLE IN MY LIFE PRIOR TO THIS AND SHORTLY AFTER I BEGAN WORKING FULL TIME, GOT MY OWN APARTMENT, AND VECHILE. I BASICALLY SET GOALS FOR MYSELF AND WORKED HARD AT THEM TO GET ME WHERE I AM TODAY. MY PLAN NOW IS TO CONTINUE DOING WHAT’S BEST FOR ME AND MY SON WHILE FINSHING UP WITH MY SCHOOL THAT I WILL COMPLETE IN MAY 2018 AS A GUIDANCE COUNSLOR FOR TROUBLED TEENS. IT IS MY PASSION TO WORK WITH CHILDREN AND SOMETHING I AM BEST AT. WITH ALL THE RECENT MORE RESPONSIBLE CHANGES I HAVE MADE IN MY LIFE ARE SOME OF THE REASON I BELIEVE THAT I WOULD BE SUITABLE FOR PROBATION. I HAVE MY HEAD ON STRAIGHT AND MY GOALS IN TACT AND PLAN TO ONLY MOVE FOWARD FROM HERE TO STRIVE TO BE THE BEST ROLE MODEL, MOTHER, AND PRODUCTIVE MEMBER OF SOCIETY THAT I CAN BE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME, UNDERSTANDING, AND COOPERATION. ALL OF WHICH ARE GREATLY

I have made mistakes that I deeply regret, and I constantly seek to live with good moral character. The last time I was arrested was in 2007 for using my roommate’s credit card to make an unauthorized purchase in the amount of $27.00. I spent that night in jail, and the next morning I met with a defense attorney from the Bronx Defenders who was very understanding and I was released on recognizance. I returned to court two months later, and accepted a plea to Disorderly Conduct along with a fine. My public defender inspired me to become a lawyer and that is part of the reason why I decided to major in Criminal Justice.