My personal statement is simple. I believe that every person can be successful so long as they are afforded the ability to learn in a way that makes sense to them, and I believe that every person should be treated like a person. I have found a love of teaching and of literature through teachers who have given me sage advice and treated me like a human. They met me where I needed them to meet me in order for me to succeed and they did not make me feel different or negatively for that. These adults were my inspiration and I feel as though this attitude should be shared throughout all aspects of life.