Future Talent: Future Talent: Debora Araiza

Debora Araiza

By Kristi Hawthorne

Debora Araiza has a clear vision of her future. While many have dreams, she has goals. Raised in Oceanside, Debora has attended Louise Foussat Elementary, Martin Luther King Middle School and is currently a junior at El Camino High School. She credits good teachers that have inspired her, along with nurturing a love of learning and helping to encourage her ambition of becoming a doctor. At a young age Debora says she was interested in medicine and as she grew older her aspirations only increased. By the time she was in 6th grade she had firmly decided on a career in the medical field, specifically an OBGYN practice as an obstetrician. She explained that she has always loved children and the thought of bringing babies into this world is happy aspect of medical practice that she wants to be a part of, along with providing important medical care to mothers. Raised by a stay at home mom and a father who works in construction, Debora appreciates her hardworking parents who have continually supported her academic success and life goals. She even acknowledges her younger brother Ramsses, who shares her competitive nature as they both strive for good grades. As a young teenager, Debora has had the maturity to be selective with friendships and to walk away from difficult situations that she felt may impede her career goals. With a GPA of 3.67, she has qualified for Honors. In addition to academics Debora has been involved in Dance and Latina Leadership Club in high school. “Debora is a conscientious student, empathetic and very intelligent. She is clear on her goals and understands the need to plan ahead and address any difficulties head on. She can also be a bit silly and that burst of energy that might be needed during stressful times, “ said Brenda Aguilar, Trio Academic Advisor at El Camino High.

At a young age Debora says she was interested in medicine and as she grew older her aspirations only increased. By the time she was in 6th grade she had firmly decided on a career in the medical field

Debora has a crystal clear picture of her future. She maintains a positive and optimistic view of life in general and holds an excitement about her future career. Debora will be one of just three people from her large extended family to have attended college, and with no less than twelve years of higher education ahead of her, she knows of challenges ahead of her but is ready to meet them head on with enthusiasm.

She plans on attending MiraCosta College and then to a university to obtain her medical degree. Debora was thrilled to be offered a volunteer position at Tri City Medical Center for a year, which solidified her desire to be a physician. Her love of people and helping others was instrumental and although the tasks she was assigned may have been routine, it was a chance to interact with patients and medical staff. Her teachers and counselors at El Camino High School are excited for Debora’s past and future accomplishments and cheer her on as she continues on her career path. “Debora is a humble, caring, and intelligent young lady. Always challenging herself academically and personally. She’s motivated and determined to make a positive impact in our community through her nursing passion. We are blessed to have her at ECHS,” Socorro Ruiz, ECHS School Counselor.

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