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Senior Exit Portfolio

Kayla Reid

Career Objective
To become a Community Supervisions Officer
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Table of Contents

Cover Page ……………………………………………………………………… 1

Table of Contents …………………………………………………….…………. 2

Cover Letter ……………………………………………………………………...3

Résumé …………………………………………………….………………..…...4

College and Career Readiness Essay ……………………….……………………5

Artifacts and Rationales ………………………………………….……………....7

Academic Readiness ………………….……….……………………........7

Career Readiness.………………………..….……………….…................8

Personal Responsibility …...……………….………….….……................9

Letters of Support ……………………………………………………....…...….…10

(First) …………………………………………………....…………............10

(Second) ………………………………………………….....……….…......11
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(Third) …………………………………………….…….......……...…...….12

Kayla Reid
kayla.a@yahoo.com
240-435-3970

October 26, 2021

Dear Sir or Madame,

As a focused and independent young woman and student, I am prepared to take on any
challenges that come my way. I would like to apply for the position of a community supervisions
officer.
As an independent citizen, I have also been contributing to the community, volunteering at the
humane society, helping children learn how to tumble, and leading mt cheer team. These events
have given me the opportunity to demonstrate teamwork, dedication, and make a positive
change.
As a student, I have worked hard to achieve the expectations set by teachers and administration.
An example of my strong work ethic would be my academic excellence, which are my grades
and achievements. I have achieved a 4.1 GPA and maintained as an honor student every quarter
of my high school career. I have also taken several AP classes, and even college credit classes.
Furthermore, I work extremely well with others, which is shown through any group projects I am
included in. I always strive to achieve the expectations set by my teacher and the rubric given. I
am currently captain of my school's varsity cheer team so I must lead and work together with my
teammates.
These experiences have allowed me to develop time management skills along with being able to
read behavior, which will help me be successful as a Community Supervisions Officer.
I am aware that you will receive many applications for this job, but I would very much
appreciate the opportunity to meet with you in person.
I have enclosed a copy of my resume for your consideration. I can always be contacted on the
details provided above.
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Thank you in advance for your time.

Sincerely,
Kayla Reid

KAYLA REID
2758 Tyburn Oaks Ct.

Waldorf MD 20601

Cell Phone: 240-435-3970

Kayla.a14@yahoo.com

Profile: Driven and motivated student with ambitions to be a psychology major at a 4-year
college.

EDUCATION
2018-CURRENT
THOMAS STONE HIGH SCHOOL
· AP and Honors student maintaining a 4.1 GPA
· Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Biomedical Science Student- allows us, students, to investigate the
roles of biomedical professionals as we study the concept of human medicine, physiology,
genetics, microbiology, and public health. We examine the structures and interactions of the
human body systems and explore the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases, all while
working collaboratively to understand and design solutions to the most pressing challenges of
today and the future.
· I received 2nd place in a writing competion my 9th grade year. Where the whole class had to write
a short story and later my tearcher would give the top 3 best stories a metal.
· Founder and President of Thomas Stones Student Section so that our games would be more fun
and the audience can interact with the students.

EXTRACURRICULAR
2018-current:
· Varsity Cheerleader at Thomas Stone High · Member of Top Teens of American (2019-
School (2018-Current) Captain 2020)
· Level 5 and 6 All-Star Cheerleader at Cheer · Track and field 100-meter dash and 200-
Extreme (2019- Current) meter dash (2019)
· Dog sitter (2019-Current) · Photography (2018-2019)
· Babysitter (2019- Current)
· Voluntary kids tumble coach (2019- Current)
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HONORS AND AWARDS:

· Honor Roll (9th, 10th)
· Principal's Honor Roll (11th, 12th )

RELEVANT COURSEWORK:
· Principles of Biomedical Sciences
· Biology- Honors
· Human Body Systems- Honors
· Chemistry with Earth Systems- Honors
· AP Chemistry
· AP Lang and Comp
· World History- Honors
· Spanish III- Honors
· Allgerbra II – Honors
· Geometry- Honors
· AP US History
· Medical Interventions- Honors
· Psychology -Honors
· Sociology- Honors
· English I-Honors
· English II0 Honors
· LSN Govt - Honors

WORK EXPERIENCE

JULY 2021- CURRENT

SALE ASSOCIATE AND CASHIER, CVS
· RINGING UP PURCHASES
· PROCESSING PAYMENTS
· HANDLING CUSTOMER SERVICES ISSUES
· STOCKING SHELVES
· ANSWERING QUESTIONS ABOUT PRODUCTS,
POLICIES AND SERVICES

JUNE-2019 – CURRENT (SEASONAL)

ASSISTANT, EDITHS HOMECARE
· Assist with monitoring the safety of the
children during field trips, recess, and other
activities.
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· Assist with preparing and organizing

mealtimes and snacks for children
· Assist with play and other instructional
techniques to help with children's
development.
· Assist with involving children in creative
activities, such as art, dance, and play
· Help children keep good hygiene

JUNE-2019 – CURRENT (PART-TIME)

DOG SITTER, SELF EMPLOYED
· Supervise dogs and other pets while their
owners are away
· Providing water and food
· Administering medicine
· Taking dogs out for walks and providing
companionship

College and Career Readiness Essay

Write about an obstacle in life that has helped to shape you into the person you are

today.

Obstacles in life

Life is like a big school; you get tested constantly, and you experience obstacles daily,

and the way you handle those obstacles determines the way your life goes on and what kind of

person you will be. I have come across many obstacles, some that I have dealt with the way I felt

I should have, some that I have dealt with in ways that I see now were not exactly the best.

Nevertheless, obstacles teach you valuable lessons in each obstacle has its lesson that you need
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to figure out. My first life-altering/shattering obstacle happened when I was nine years old. I

waited for what seemed like forever to be blessed with a sibling, and when my mom and dad

finally announced that they were pregnant, I knew my life would change forever. I spent nine

months rubbing my mom's belly; my baby sister would start kicking when she heard my voice. I

was convinced that she knew exactly who I was, and I felt our bond. I was super excited about

my upcoming role of being a big sister. I would think of all the things I would teach her, how I

would protect her, and how much fun it would be to have someone look up to me and hang on to

my every word. Early Thanksgiving morning, my mom's water broke, and she and my dad
rushed to the hospital. I was sent with my grandparents, excitedly awaiting the arrival of my

baby sister. But that day never happened; my baby sister never came home. She was 9lbs with

perfect test scores, according to the doctors. But something unexplainable happened between the

hours of my mom's water breaking and labor that separated my sister's umbilical cord from my

mom's belly button, which deprived my baby sister of oxygen. The doctors called it a freak

accident. For eight days, I would visit my baby sister who had been medivac, to Children's

National Medical Center. She was the biggest baby in the NICU, and I just knew that she would

recover and be coming home soon. The doctors tried everything they could, but my mom and

dad had to make the hardest decision of their lives and remove her from the machine. Nine

months of imagining life being a big sister and I was only a big sister for eight days. I was

supposed to protect her, but I could not protect her from this. I was supposed to teach her things,

but now that day would never come. My mom told me that God needed her in heaven, and I

remember asking mom as I cried uncontrollably in her arms, "why couldn't god wait for her like

he is waiting for us? Why did he have to take her now." I didn't know how to grasp losing

someone, let alone losing my sister. But I saw the sadness in my mother's eyes, and I wanted to

be strong for her. Silly me thought my strength would lessen her pain. So, I decided not to cry

anymore around her and tried my best to act as nothing happened. I thought if I did not seem sad,

then no one would know how much pain I was in, and if I did not show my feelings, no one

would ask questions. This was the start of me internalizing my pain, not posing my sadness to
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others, and putting other feelings before my own. So, for years I kept my pain internalized until I

was alone. When there was no one around, I let myself be vulnerable. I realized quickly that it

was not healthy for me to internalize things. I realized that I could not be strong for anyone but

myself. I realized there was nothing I could have done to protect my baby sister from what she

went through. I realize that the eight I had with her was something that I would soon cherish

forever. I remember coloring pictures for her and placing them around the wall in her room in the

hospital. I would sing to her. I got to hold her in my arms.

Most importantly, I realized that I am a big sister. I am a big sister to an angel in heaven.
Through it all, I realized that life is not always easy, but you must be strong, resilient, and

cherish the moments and the people you have while you have them.

Career Readiness Artifact & Rationale

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This artifact reflects my grade junior year when I reached my goal of a 4.1 gpa.
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Academic Readiness Artifact & Rationale

This Most Improved award represents my academic progression/ performance during the
4th quarters of my freshman year in high school. The award demonstrates my dedication to my
education and my motivation towards success. This motivation will not only become my reason
to succeed in school, it will also become my motivation in the workforce.

Personal Responsibility Artifact & Rationale

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I’ve learned many important skills that are essential for my future education and the
workforce. One of the most important skills is time management. I always try to pace my
workload and turn assignments in on time, so that my grade won’t drop, and I can maintain a
good GPA. I will also continue to keep track of my time wisely in the future, so that I can do my
utmost in university and fulfill the requirements of my clients on time.
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