Reverse the Curse

Can college kill a generational curse? Yes, it can with just a little help. My name is Teila Lewelling. Let me tell you the short first: I have decided it is time to make a name for myself & that name is Success! I’m taking concurrent classes at 2 different schools. I want to go back and earn the rest of the credits for my High School Diploma and to finally finish my Associate Degree of Science. I need help with college textbooks!!

And here’s the long: I am an original, wrong side of the tracks, early momma, high school drop out. I’ve spent my entire life living for others, raising my family (and others!!), and never really worrying about my impact in life. I love being a momma to everyone. It has always given me purpose & direction; honestly, after the childhood I had, I needed a purpose & direction. But it’s time now for me-what legacy do I want to leave my kids? Will I be the high school dropout? Will I be the momma? Or will I be the woman who started late in life but finished with bang? I have signed up for courses at our local adult school to get my high school diploma…and actually have a real graduation, something I never thought I’d have in my life. I might not get to go to prom but to walk across stage with my kids watching? Much more worth it!

I have also signed up to finish my degree at our local college, an Associate of Science in health information technology. I only have 4 classes to go but I am in need. I am not eligible for financial aid because I wasted a lot of credits trying to complete classes that I thought would benefit me. Also I don’t qualify because I will not technically be full time according to their credits. My books for just 1 class are almost $700.

No matter what, I cannot let this defeat me. I am going to succeed. I have 6 boys (3 adults now & 3 still living at home). I want them to see that it’s not how you start but how you finish this race. I want them to see how special these opportunities are NOW and not go down the same path. I want to look out at them & show them as I walk across the stage that you can ALWAYS be successful….if you just TRY.

I’m not asking for a lot. I’m not asking for the moon and stars….but in a way I am. Your generous donations of ANY amount (even well-wishes) will mean everything to me & my family. You can make this dream come true for me. You can be my help!!

Text book costs for my first class is $700. The additional 2 classes have similar costs.

My dream is to get though these last classes and touch those stars, so my fund goal is $2100.

If you’ve taken the time to read this far thank you so much for caring about my dreams. Thank you all, even if you can only share & wish me the best!