About Me
This page includes my autobiography, resume cover leter, and resume.
Kirk’s Autobiography
I am in my 50's. I have had Cerebral Palsy since I was born. I am not mentally challenged and I can't die from it. I have total hearing and vision. I use an electronic voice computer which is in front of me in a table attached to my wheelchair; it's both audible and readable. It's slow, because I can only type with one thumb. So I have developed a hand language using numbers and letters, which anyone can learn in 10 minutes. But I also know the regular sign language letters. Thus I occasionally talk through my personal care attendants, because sometimes it's quicker.
Even though my physical disability is called quite severe, I really don't allow it to stop me from accomplishing anything that I want to do! For example, I have skydived, I have traveled by myself quite a bit even to Australia, and I live alone. Also I have a two year degree in criminal justice, plus I did a six month college credited internship that involved several different law enforcement agencies. Furthermore, I received my BA in criminal justice from Concordia University in December 2004, and I received my MA in criminal justice from Concordia University in December 2006. I have worked at The Center for Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement since June 2000 to present. I help train future law enforcement officers by writing and role-playing in scenarios. Also I worked as a part-time overnight security officer at Concordia since January 2004 to July 2010! I just wanted to tell you a little about myself, so you would feel comfortable with me, because I am really just a regular guy on the inside! However, please feel free to ask me any questions about my disability anytime, because I feel that the only dumb question is the one that isn't asked!
I would like to tell you more about my law enforcement knowledge and experience. It began when I was 14 with becoming a Bloomington Police Explorer. I competed in many regional and national competitions and helped with the security with President Gorbachev as an explorer. I was an explorer for 7 years and I left as a lieutenant. In high school for 3 Summers I worked security for the local Veteran’s Hospital. Almost all through my high school years, I was involved in a Students Against Drunk Driving Program. Also, in my last year in high school I was the bailiff for many competitions for my high schools mock trial club and my final competition took place in the states supreme court. Also my unique college unusual internship involving several Law Enforcement agencies such as the Hennepin and Carver County Dispatch Centers, the State Patrol, the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, but primarily with Bloomington and Chanhassen. Since I obtained my two year degree at Normandale Community College in May 1999, I have worked for many law enforcement trainings across the state besides working for The Center for Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement. In the Fall of 2002, I completed the St. Paul Police Citizen’s Academy in hope of getting myself employed by the department in the future. Furthermore, of course my experience in being a Concordia security officer!
Here's a brief description of how I acquired Cerebral Palsy, how others can Acquire CP, and my philosophy mainly about my CP. I lacked oxygen during birth due to the cord being around my neck I believe. Lacking oxygen at birth is the most common way of acquiring CP. However people can acquire it from a severe blow to the head such as falling from a tree or vehicle accidents etc. All CP is brain damage. And some people with CP have mental retardation, but I have always viewed mental retardation not being caused by the CP even though I suppose it is in some cases. Anyway CP is really the luck of the draw. Some cases just one leg or arm is affected. And other cases have much less mobility than I have. I'm Athetoid with some spasticity. The more spasticity that a person has the less mobility they have, because essentially spasticity means tight or rigid muscles. Whereas Athetoid essentially means overly loose and hard to control muscles. I could be a lot "worse" or "better" off just depending on the amount of oxygen deprived somewhat I guess. But I think it's more with luck fate and God, because the human body really isn't scientific in that five billion things could affect it. My mother really believes that if the doctor would have decided to do a c-section, I wouldn't have CP. But who knows and who cares! I'm here baby and I am living life to the fullest! She occasionally asks me if I wish they'd have sued the doctor. My feeling is what's done is done! Even though I occasionally wish I could talk the traditional way, I'm thankful for what I have! And I believe that there is a good reason why I'm "disabled" which I'll find out after I die. But if I'm wrong, so be it! I don't really let the CP stop me from doing anything that's important to me anyway! Once again please feel free to ask me anything about me or my disability anytime! I look forward to hearing from you!
Kirk’s Resume General Cover Letter
To Whom It May Concern:
I was employed by Concordia University as a uniformed security officer for the past six years. My security officer position at Concordia was eliminated on July 1st in 2010 due to budget cuts. I worked from 11 PM to 7 AM. Although another officer worked my shift, I always patrolled the interior and exterior of the campus property alone. The campus property had about a two mile radius. My job duties included the following: patrolling the entire grounds monitoring for: suspicious activity, safety hazards, building vandalism, dormitory violations, parking violators, and vehicle vandalism and theft. Also, assisting officers with alarm calls, ensuring interior and exterior doors were locked, giving students and staff escorts, and taking radio calls from dispatch.
Also I have been employed by the Center For Criminal Justice And Law Enforcement as a part-time program assistant for the past 24 years. My job duties include the following: Training future law enforcement officers by designing and role-playing in crime scenarios.
As you can see by reading my attached resume, I have a Master’s in Criminal Justice, and I have been involved with law enforcement related activities, training, and jobs for the past 22 years. I would like to have a security position with your department, because I like to help and protect people! I would be willing to work any shift either part-time or full-time. However, I would prefer to work overnight or on the weekend, so I can continue working for the Center For Criminal Justice And Law Enforcement.
I am qualified for most security positions by my work experiences and Formal Education. My volunteer work experience with the Police Explorers Program has provided me with skills on how to prevent crime and general security skills. My paid work experiences with the security service of the Veteran's Hospital and Concordia University have provided me with skills on how to manage the public’s needs and complaints. Also my paid part time employment at the Center For Criminal Justice And Law Enforcement is teaching me the reality of the public’s needs and frustrations for law enforcement.
Many of my Formal Education Classes have given me skills. My writing classes have taught me how to write incident reports clearly and well. My First Aid Class has taught me how to quickly and effectively administer first aid in emergency situations. My law classes have taught me how to interpret laws also how to ensure that the public's rights are being protected. My combined college internship with the Bloomington Police Department and Chanhassen Public Safety Division has taught me how the different sections of the American Criminal Justice System operate, and how well the sections serve the public.
I have had Cerebral Palsy since I was born. I am not mentally challenged and I can't die from it. I use an electric wheelchair. I have total hearing and vision. I use an electronic voice machine, which is in a table that attaches on my wheelchair in front of me; it's audible and readable. It's slow, because I can only type with one thumb. If you have any questions or concerns, I would be happy to discuss how I feel I could perform the job tasks with my disability.
Along with my qualifications, I would be good in either a uniform or plainclothes position because I am very cautious and precise thus I would make sure that every security measure was being properly executed. Also I want to show you a sample of my care and dedication of being a Concordia Security Officer by attaching a shift log that documents my witnessing and reporting a hit and run accident. The police were called, and the person who caused the accident was found only because of my own observation skills and my dedication of patrolling the campus using all my senses at all times! Also as you will see, my shift log shows how I served and protected the campus community in several ways. If you would like to speak to someone regarding my work performance and abilities at Concordia, you’re welcome to contact John Wunrow at 651-895-0166. Mr. Wunrow was my shift supervisor for several years. Furthermore, please feel free to browse my website; www.kwwcjletipsetc.com it has my Master's thesis about how criminal justice professionals can effectively interact with people who have disabilities as criminals, victims, and witnesses. My website also has some of my lectures and speeches that I present at Center For Criminal Justice And Law Enforcement and in the community, and my resume etc. on it. I really appreciate you taking your time and effort to review my letter and resume. I sincerely hope to get the opportunity to work with you in the near future!
Kirk’s Resume
Kirk W W
kcop1123@yahoo.com
Education:Concordia University, St. Paul, Minnesota
Master of Arts Degree in Human Services, with Concentration in Criminal Justice
December 2006
Concordia University, St. Paul, Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts Degree, with Emphasis in Criminal Justice
December 2004
Normandale Community College, Bloomington, MinnesotaAssociate in Arts Degree
December 2002
Normandale Community College, Bloomington, MinnesotaAssociate in Science Degree with Honors, Criminal JusticeMay 1999
John F. Kennedy High School, Bloomington, MinnesotaHigh School Diploma, with HonorsJune 1994
Work Experience:Security Officer – Concordia University St. Paul in 01/2004 to 07/2010
Patrolling the entire grounds monitoring for: suspicious activity, safety hazards, building vandalism, dormitory violations, parking violators, and vehicle vandalism and theft. Also, assisting officers with alarm calls, ensuring interior and exterior doors are locked, giving students and staff escorts, and taking radio calls from dispatch.
Program Assistant - Minneapolis Community / Technical College began in 06/2000 to present
Training future law enforcement officers by role-playing in crime scenarios at the Center For Criminal Justice And Law Enforcement Campus.
Police / Security Assistant - V.A. Medical Center began in 06/1992 to 08/1994
Patrolling the whole hospital grounds monitoring for: suspicious activity, smoking violators, handicapped parking violators, and other traffic flow issues. Also, assisting officers with alarm calls, opening locked rooms for miscellaneous medical staff, and taking radio calls from dispatch.
Youth Supervisor – Bloomington's West Teen Center began in 06/1991 to 08/1991Monitoring teenagers and younger as they participated in organized recreational activities.
Clerical Assistant - School District 287's Office began in 06/1990 to 08/1990 General data entry updating files of Special Needs Students’ adaptive equipment owned by the district. Classroom Assistant – Park Center High School began in 06/1989 to 08/1989Assisted students operate their computer terminals and maintained classroom supplies.
Relevant Memberships:* Appointed as a Board Member / Advisor / Webmaster of the Minnesota Association of Women Police began in 2008 to present.
* Inducted as a Member of Phi Theta Kappa in 1996.* Member Kennedy's Mock Trial Club as Bailiff began in 11/1993 and ended in 06/1994.
* Member of S.A.D.D. (Students Against Drunk Driving) began in 10/1991 and ended in 06/1994 as secretary.* Inducted as a Member of the National Honor Society in 11/1992.
Training Dedication by Community Involvement:*Completed eleven-week St. Paul Police Citizen’s Academy on recommendation of the Chief of Police, William K. Finney, in 2002.
* Completed All Courses at the Center For Criminal Justice And Law Enforcement Of Minneapolis Community / Technical College in 1999.
* Completed a college credited 300 hour law enforcement internship combined with the Bloomington Police Department and the Chanhassen Public Safety Division in 1998.
* Became a Trained Mediator by receiving Supreme Court Certified Training in 1994/95/96. This training emphasized the importance of good attention and visual skills in resolving conflict. This position also required public speaking.
* Completed a 1 Semester Leadership Seminar/Course and received a certificate of completion at the U of M Huburt H. Humphrey Institute in 06/1995.
* Appointed as a Board Member of the West Suburban Mediation Center's Board of Directors began in 11/1995 and resigned in 12/98.
* Elected on the Bloomington Human Rights Commission in 09/1994; served as a Vice-Chairperson beginning in 01/1995 through end of term in 12/1997. This position included public speaking.
* Coached adapted soccer of the regular Minnesota High school Athletic League in 1994. * Coached adapted floor hockey of the regular Minnesota High school Athletic League In 1995.
* Completed a Program of Environmental Education at Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center in 04/1993.
* Completed a 3 day Leadership Camp Enterprise Seminar sponsored by Edina Rotary in 10/1993. (Bloomington Rotary only selected 2 students from Kennedy High school to attend the seminar that year).
* Completed a non credited law enforcement training by being a member of Bloomington Police Explorers began in 09/1987 and ended in 06/1994. Sergeant/Secretary Treasurer in 1988-92, and Lieutenant in 1993-94. (Participated in 3 National and 7 Regional Competitions, both of which included the use of radio equipment. Gave navigational assistance and helped interpret maps for Bloomington, MN. City Council. Also, assisted in the security for President Gorbachev when he visited Bloomington, MN. Plus assisted in security for many community events around the metro area.
Honors, Awards, and Special Accomplishments:* Received a Certificate of High Academic Achievement for being in the Top 10% of Bloomington Kennedy Class of 1994.
* Awarded an Athletic/Academic Thousand Dollar Scholarship from the Bloomington Born-Again Jocks Association in 05/1994.
* Received a Minnesota Certificate of Commendation for Lettering in Excellence Award in 05/1994.
* Received a Certificate of Honor in Leadership from Bloomington Kennedy High School in 05/1994.
* Received a Presidential Academic Fitness Award in 05/1994.
* Received an Athlete of the Year Award from Bloomington Kennedy High School in 05/1994.
* Received a Recognition award of Kennedy Honors in Science of Biology in 05/1993.
* Received a Consistent Achiever Award from Bloomington Kennedy High School in 10/1993.
* Elected Junior Homecoming Attendant in 10/1992.
* Achieved Perfect Attendance the last 2 years of High School 09/1992 to 06/1994.
* Lettered in South Suburban State High School Adapted Athletic League in all 3 sports: soccer, floor hockey, and softball in 05/1989.
I am in my 50's. I have had Cerebral Palsy since I was born. I am not mentally challenged and I can't die from it. I have total hearing and vision. I use an electronic voice computer which is in front of me in a table attached to my wheelchair; it's both audible and readable. It's slow, because I can only type with one thumb. So I have developed a hand language using numbers and letters, which anyone can learn in 10 minutes. But I also know the regular sign language letters. Thus I occasionally talk through my personal care attendants, because sometimes it's quicker.
Even though my physical disability is called quite severe, I really don't allow it to stop me from accomplishing anything that I want to do! For example, I have skydived, I have traveled by myself quite a bit even to Australia, and I live alone. Also I have a two year degree in criminal justice, plus I did a six month college credited internship that involved several different law enforcement agencies. Furthermore, I received my BA in criminal justice from Concordia University in December 2004, and I received my MA in criminal justice from Concordia University in December 2006. I have worked at The Center for Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement since June 2000 to present. I help train future law enforcement officers by writing and role-playing in scenarios. Also I worked as a part-time overnight security officer at Concordia since January 2004 to July 2010! I just wanted to tell you a little about myself, so you would feel comfortable with me, because I am really just a regular guy on the inside! However, please feel free to ask me any questions about my disability anytime, because I feel that the only dumb question is the one that isn't asked!
I would like to tell you more about my law enforcement knowledge and experience. It began when I was 14 with becoming a Bloomington Police Explorer. I competed in many regional and national competitions and helped with the security with President Gorbachev as an explorer. I was an explorer for 7 years and I left as a lieutenant. In high school for 3 Summers I worked security for the local Veteran’s Hospital. Almost all through my high school years, I was involved in a Students Against Drunk Driving Program. Also, in my last year in high school I was the bailiff for many competitions for my high schools mock trial club and my final competition took place in the states supreme court. Also my unique college unusual internship involving several Law Enforcement agencies such as the Hennepin and Carver County Dispatch Centers, the State Patrol, the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, but primarily with Bloomington and Chanhassen. Since I obtained my two year degree at Normandale Community College in May 1999, I have worked for many law enforcement trainings across the state besides working for The Center for Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement. In the Fall of 2002, I completed the St. Paul Police Citizen’s Academy in hope of getting myself employed by the department in the future. Furthermore, of course my experience in being a Concordia security officer!
Here's a brief description of how I acquired Cerebral Palsy, how others can Acquire CP, and my philosophy mainly about my CP. I lacked oxygen during birth due to the cord being around my neck I believe. Lacking oxygen at birth is the most common way of acquiring CP. However people can acquire it from a severe blow to the head such as falling from a tree or vehicle accidents etc. All CP is brain damage. And some people with CP have mental retardation, but I have always viewed mental retardation not being caused by the CP even though I suppose it is in some cases. Anyway CP is really the luck of the draw. Some cases just one leg or arm is affected. And other cases have much less mobility than I have. I'm Athetoid with some spasticity. The more spasticity that a person has the less mobility they have, because essentially spasticity means tight or rigid muscles. Whereas Athetoid essentially means overly loose and hard to control muscles. I could be a lot "worse" or "better" off just depending on the amount of oxygen deprived somewhat I guess. But I think it's more with luck fate and God, because the human body really isn't scientific in that five billion things could affect it. My mother really believes that if the doctor would have decided to do a c-section, I wouldn't have CP. But who knows and who cares! I'm here baby and I am living life to the fullest! She occasionally asks me if I wish they'd have sued the doctor. My feeling is what's done is done! Even though I occasionally wish I could talk the traditional way, I'm thankful for what I have! And I believe that there is a good reason why I'm "disabled" which I'll find out after I die. But if I'm wrong, so be it! I don't really let the CP stop me from doing anything that's important to me anyway! Once again please feel free to ask me anything about me or my disability anytime! I look forward to hearing from you!
Kirk’s Resume General Cover Letter
To Whom It May Concern:
I was employed by Concordia University as a uniformed security officer for the past six years. My security officer position at Concordia was eliminated on July 1st in 2010 due to budget cuts. I worked from 11 PM to 7 AM. Although another officer worked my shift, I always patrolled the interior and exterior of the campus property alone. The campus property had about a two mile radius. My job duties included the following: patrolling the entire grounds monitoring for: suspicious activity, safety hazards, building vandalism, dormitory violations, parking violators, and vehicle vandalism and theft. Also, assisting officers with alarm calls, ensuring interior and exterior doors were locked, giving students and staff escorts, and taking radio calls from dispatch.
Also I have been employed by the Center For Criminal Justice And Law Enforcement as a part-time program assistant for the past 24 years. My job duties include the following: Training future law enforcement officers by designing and role-playing in crime scenarios.
As you can see by reading my attached resume, I have a Master’s in Criminal Justice, and I have been involved with law enforcement related activities, training, and jobs for the past 22 years. I would like to have a security position with your department, because I like to help and protect people! I would be willing to work any shift either part-time or full-time. However, I would prefer to work overnight or on the weekend, so I can continue working for the Center For Criminal Justice And Law Enforcement.
I am qualified for most security positions by my work experiences and Formal Education. My volunteer work experience with the Police Explorers Program has provided me with skills on how to prevent crime and general security skills. My paid work experiences with the security service of the Veteran's Hospital and Concordia University have provided me with skills on how to manage the public’s needs and complaints. Also my paid part time employment at the Center For Criminal Justice And Law Enforcement is teaching me the reality of the public’s needs and frustrations for law enforcement.
Many of my Formal Education Classes have given me skills. My writing classes have taught me how to write incident reports clearly and well. My First Aid Class has taught me how to quickly and effectively administer first aid in emergency situations. My law classes have taught me how to interpret laws also how to ensure that the public's rights are being protected. My combined college internship with the Bloomington Police Department and Chanhassen Public Safety Division has taught me how the different sections of the American Criminal Justice System operate, and how well the sections serve the public.
I have had Cerebral Palsy since I was born. I am not mentally challenged and I can't die from it. I use an electric wheelchair. I have total hearing and vision. I use an electronic voice machine, which is in a table that attaches on my wheelchair in front of me; it's audible and readable. It's slow, because I can only type with one thumb. If you have any questions or concerns, I would be happy to discuss how I feel I could perform the job tasks with my disability.
Along with my qualifications, I would be good in either a uniform or plainclothes position because I am very cautious and precise thus I would make sure that every security measure was being properly executed. Also I want to show you a sample of my care and dedication of being a Concordia Security Officer by attaching a shift log that documents my witnessing and reporting a hit and run accident. The police were called, and the person who caused the accident was found only because of my own observation skills and my dedication of patrolling the campus using all my senses at all times! Also as you will see, my shift log shows how I served and protected the campus community in several ways. If you would like to speak to someone regarding my work performance and abilities at Concordia, you’re welcome to contact John Wunrow at 651-895-0166. Mr. Wunrow was my shift supervisor for several years. Furthermore, please feel free to browse my website; www.kwwcjletipsetc.com it has my Master's thesis about how criminal justice professionals can effectively interact with people who have disabilities as criminals, victims, and witnesses. My website also has some of my lectures and speeches that I present at Center For Criminal Justice And Law Enforcement and in the community, and my resume etc. on it. I really appreciate you taking your time and effort to review my letter and resume. I sincerely hope to get the opportunity to work with you in the near future!
Kirk’s Resume
Kirk W W
kcop1123@yahoo.com
Education:Concordia University, St. Paul, Minnesota
Master of Arts Degree in Human Services, with Concentration in Criminal Justice
December 2006
Concordia University, St. Paul, Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts Degree, with Emphasis in Criminal Justice
December 2004
Normandale Community College, Bloomington, MinnesotaAssociate in Arts Degree
December 2002
Normandale Community College, Bloomington, MinnesotaAssociate in Science Degree with Honors, Criminal JusticeMay 1999
John F. Kennedy High School, Bloomington, MinnesotaHigh School Diploma, with HonorsJune 1994
Work Experience:Security Officer – Concordia University St. Paul in 01/2004 to 07/2010
Patrolling the entire grounds monitoring for: suspicious activity, safety hazards, building vandalism, dormitory violations, parking violators, and vehicle vandalism and theft. Also, assisting officers with alarm calls, ensuring interior and exterior doors are locked, giving students and staff escorts, and taking radio calls from dispatch.
Program Assistant - Minneapolis Community / Technical College began in 06/2000 to present
Training future law enforcement officers by role-playing in crime scenarios at the Center For Criminal Justice And Law Enforcement Campus.
Police / Security Assistant - V.A. Medical Center began in 06/1992 to 08/1994
Patrolling the whole hospital grounds monitoring for: suspicious activity, smoking violators, handicapped parking violators, and other traffic flow issues. Also, assisting officers with alarm calls, opening locked rooms for miscellaneous medical staff, and taking radio calls from dispatch.
Youth Supervisor – Bloomington's West Teen Center began in 06/1991 to 08/1991Monitoring teenagers and younger as they participated in organized recreational activities.
Clerical Assistant - School District 287's Office began in 06/1990 to 08/1990 General data entry updating files of Special Needs Students’ adaptive equipment owned by the district. Classroom Assistant – Park Center High School began in 06/1989 to 08/1989Assisted students operate their computer terminals and maintained classroom supplies.
Relevant Memberships:* Appointed as a Board Member / Advisor / Webmaster of the Minnesota Association of Women Police began in 2008 to present.
* Inducted as a Member of Phi Theta Kappa in 1996.* Member Kennedy's Mock Trial Club as Bailiff began in 11/1993 and ended in 06/1994.
* Member of S.A.D.D. (Students Against Drunk Driving) began in 10/1991 and ended in 06/1994 as secretary.* Inducted as a Member of the National Honor Society in 11/1992.
Training Dedication by Community Involvement:*Completed eleven-week St. Paul Police Citizen’s Academy on recommendation of the Chief of Police, William K. Finney, in 2002.
* Completed All Courses at the Center For Criminal Justice And Law Enforcement Of Minneapolis Community / Technical College in 1999.
* Completed a college credited 300 hour law enforcement internship combined with the Bloomington Police Department and the Chanhassen Public Safety Division in 1998.
* Became a Trained Mediator by receiving Supreme Court Certified Training in 1994/95/96. This training emphasized the importance of good attention and visual skills in resolving conflict. This position also required public speaking.
* Completed a 1 Semester Leadership Seminar/Course and received a certificate of completion at the U of M Huburt H. Humphrey Institute in 06/1995.
* Appointed as a Board Member of the West Suburban Mediation Center's Board of Directors began in 11/1995 and resigned in 12/98.
* Elected on the Bloomington Human Rights Commission in 09/1994; served as a Vice-Chairperson beginning in 01/1995 through end of term in 12/1997. This position included public speaking.
* Coached adapted soccer of the regular Minnesota High school Athletic League in 1994. * Coached adapted floor hockey of the regular Minnesota High school Athletic League In 1995.
* Completed a Program of Environmental Education at Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center in 04/1993.
* Completed a 3 day Leadership Camp Enterprise Seminar sponsored by Edina Rotary in 10/1993. (Bloomington Rotary only selected 2 students from Kennedy High school to attend the seminar that year).
* Completed a non credited law enforcement training by being a member of Bloomington Police Explorers began in 09/1987 and ended in 06/1994. Sergeant/Secretary Treasurer in 1988-92, and Lieutenant in 1993-94. (Participated in 3 National and 7 Regional Competitions, both of which included the use of radio equipment. Gave navigational assistance and helped interpret maps for Bloomington, MN. City Council. Also, assisted in the security for President Gorbachev when he visited Bloomington, MN. Plus assisted in security for many community events around the metro area.
Honors, Awards, and Special Accomplishments:* Received a Certificate of High Academic Achievement for being in the Top 10% of Bloomington Kennedy Class of 1994.
* Awarded an Athletic/Academic Thousand Dollar Scholarship from the Bloomington Born-Again Jocks Association in 05/1994.
* Received a Minnesota Certificate of Commendation for Lettering in Excellence Award in 05/1994.
* Received a Certificate of Honor in Leadership from Bloomington Kennedy High School in 05/1994.
* Received a Presidential Academic Fitness Award in 05/1994.
* Received an Athlete of the Year Award from Bloomington Kennedy High School in 05/1994.
* Received a Recognition award of Kennedy Honors in Science of Biology in 05/1993.
* Received a Consistent Achiever Award from Bloomington Kennedy High School in 10/1993.
* Elected Junior Homecoming Attendant in 10/1992.
* Achieved Perfect Attendance the last 2 years of High School 09/1992 to 06/1994.
* Lettered in South Suburban State High School Adapted Athletic League in all 3 sports: soccer, floor hockey, and softball in 05/1989.