My name is Jessica Diaz , and I am currently a Senior . at Alief taylor high school.. I understand that I fell short of passing my English STAAR End-of-Course assessment, but I honestly believe that this fact should not prevent me from my 2024 graduation because I have demonstrated proficiency and growth in other areas of my academic journey. I would like to take some time to convey my own beliefs about why I should graduate with my 2024 cohort in the hopes that you will ____________.