Jaimie Lee Pierson Wins
Mark Music Memorial Scholarship
for a Second Year
 Because of her
persistence, tenacity
and positive outlook
in the face of
adversity, Jaimie Lee
Pierson will again be
the recipient of the
Mark Music Memorial
Scholarship for the
academic year, 2005-
2006. Ms. Pierson is
attending Boise State
University where she
studies music and
education, two of her
passions. She wants to be a elementary education music teacher.
There is no doubt that she will reach that goal and many more.
Jaimie graduated from Borah High School in Boise in 2004.
Throughout all of her years of schooling, Jaimie faced barriers and
hurtles related to her epilepsy, side effects from medications and
difficulties with her studies. As she stated in her scholarship
application essay, "I had a lot of trouble understanding things and
never knew why." She also met with the prejudices that come
when others are ignorant of the disorder. In short, her challenges
have been both academic and social. With determination, Jaimie
has sought solutions to these issues, experiencing both successes
and failures. Her resourcefulness and self-direction have made it
possible for her to self-advocate and as a consequence find the right
path to education and career.
During her high school years, Jaimie volunteered at Jefferson
Elementary School. In addition, she volunteered long hours of
service to the Boise River Festival working in the children's area.
In her personal life, Jaimie demonstrated remarkable maturity as
she helped her mother cope with the daily demands of caring for
her elderly and ailing grandmother. At a time when most young
women would focus solely on their own needs, Jaimie devoted
selfless time to her grandmother, seeing to her physical and
emotional needs.
The Epilepsy community congratulates Jaimie Lee Pierson for
her accomplishments and for being chosen for the Mark Music
Memorial Scholarship.
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