Disability Essay Sample

My family and I moved from Indonesia to the United States in July 2010 with the hope of providing a better future for me. I have a disability called cerebral palsy, which affects my muscle coordination and reflexes. From my experiences thus far, I learned that there are more encouragement and opportunities for disabled individuals in the United States compared to Indonesia. For example, the middle and high school system in the United States has the 504 plan for disabled students. Every college and universities have a disability department to provide accommodations as well. Because of this, I am determined to maximize my opportunity to further my education and ultimately become a computer programmer.
Since I came to this country at thirteen …show more content…
The hindrance escalated when I started college during fall 2015. I did not expect the workload needed for each class and thought about quitting. I was overwhelmed by the number of assignments and fast-paced courses due to my disability. So, even with the technology that the school provided for me to type, it was difficult to maintain the workload. In the subsequent quarter, I took two courses instead of three because I acknowledged my capacity. I was reluctant to seek help from the tutor at first. Then, I sought help from the college disability department for a personal tutor on a weekly basis, but I did not excel as I expected because I felt like a high school student when seeking for help. However, my parents encouraged me to create a better path for my future by seeking help when I need it. Slowly but surely, I excelled in succeeding classes. I acknowledge that I had to ask for help and utilize my resources properly. As my college career continues, I have succeeded in my classes, enjoyed the process with the help that I received and my motivation improved. I kept improving my time management and ability to finish assignments faster. Therefore, I was able to achieve high marks in the …show more content…
I have determined not to repeat the same mistakes by not using the resources available for me to achieve high marks. I sought help diligently from my tutors and professors, realizing that I was not the only student in my class who seek help. They helped me realize that it was normal to know your limits and seek help from those who have a deeper knowledge of the subject. From talking with my tutors and friends, I learned that I was not alone in this journey. The culture of helping others and receiving help is valuable. Through my high school and community college journey, I learned to not only use the resources available around me but to also contribute to the community, especially to those that have gone through the same challenges as