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Ms. Madeleine Spivey

The Chinese proverb, “a journey of a thousand miles begins with one single step” is the quote Madeleine Kate Spivey says keeps her grounded and helps to put things in perspective. Born in Subiaco, Australia and a proud Third Culture Kid, Madeleine joined ISD in the 9th grade. When asked how she feels about fall 2009 on a University campus, “I can’t wait,” is all Madeleine says. Madeleine has been looking forward to this part of life for a very long time as she prepares to become a New York City resident. She notes she is going to exercise restraint from shopping all the time. Still, as she looks back, she is all smiles. The friendships made, the Chemistry class choruses, and the too-many trips to NiceCream are some of Madeleine fondest memories of her high school years. As much as Madeleine is welcoming the independence and opportunities of University, she is going to miss her family tremendously and feels very grateful for supportive parents. She feels the pressure, and the pride, especially as the 1st person in her maternal family to go to University. “My parents always aim high, taught us never to settle and my dad worked really hard in college because he had to pay for it himself,” Madeleine says about her motivation to face this new chapter of her life, head on.


Ms. Madeleine Spivey“I love New York” were probably Madeleine’s introductory words when we met three years ago. And thus, it only seemed natural that she would continue her educational journey in the “Big Apple.” Madeleine was admitted to St. Johns University, City College of New York and Pace University with a $50,000 merit scholarship! Her favorite subjects - anything to do with social sciences and she plans to double major in Psychology and Early Childhood Education when she enrolls as a freshman at City College this fall. “I love working with kids, well, as long as they are under 10years,” Madeline says about her decision to major in Education. She understands that everything is going to be bigger, and come with more responsibility, but Madeleine feels ready for the challenge. Nevertheless, she is going to miss the normalcy of high school, ISD, and of course, Sandaga! “ISD changed everything,” Madeleine says about her hatred for school before moving to Sénégal four years ago. The joy and enthusiasm she exuberates would make it hard for anyone to believe that just a few years ago, she never thought she would be this excited about continuinMs. Madeleine Spiveyg her education in University. “Being around ISD students was very encouraging because everyone goes to University and I have always felt positive and comfortable to be myself,” Madeleine says about the drive to aim higher.


What is Madeleine’s message to her peers and how does she sum it all up: “Don’t give up, because as soon as you give up, you loose everything.” Though she reflects on the joys and setbacks that have happened over the years, this young lady is determined and her direction gets clearer each day and with every single step. We wish you the best Madeleine as you set and reach for your goals, remembering that every new dawn brings a wonderful chance to do what you can on that day~



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