For many people the word immigration simply means "passing through or entering a country for the purpose of permanent residence" (Definition). But for undocumented students, commonly referred to as Dreamers, it means fear, family separation, job loss, different language and loss of hope after graduation. These students go through elementary, middle, and high school doing what their parents tell them, which is to “be the best, get the best grades, and work hard,” however; in the end none of this matters because their legal status does not allow them to continue pursuing their studies. How is it possible that a child cannot pursue his or her educational goals if it can benefit society? These diverse students are capable of strengthening the military, improving the economy, and becoming part of innovative America. Passage of the Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors (DREAM) Act is the opportunity undocumented students and America need to make a change. We now live in a dangerous world, where we need more protection than ever. America's national security depends on the military service that future generations are willing to perform. The foundation of a strong military is young Americans who want to continue expanding the tradition of American military strength. However, “over 72% of youth ages 17 to 24 do not meet the basic educational, physical, and moral standards required for service” (Shelton and Dalton). This is why Daniel Gonzalez states that "the Army would need only a fraction of the undocumented immigrants made available by the DREAM Act to make up for the shortage of qualified recruits" ("A Military Route to Citizenship"). To continue to ensure the safety of the American people, America needs any... means of paper... atrina, Trinko. “Creating jobs by bringing in immigrants.” USA Today nd: Academic research completed. Network. Nov. 20, 2011. Pezza, Elizabeth C. "Undocumented Students Living in the Shadows | UWIRE." UWIRE | Campus multimedia network. April 1, 2010. Web. November 23, 2011. Shelton, Hugh, and John H. Dalton. “Opinion: Strong military needs need a focus on early education – Gen. Hugh Shelton and John H. Dalton – POLITICO.com.” Politics, political news - POLITICO.com. January 8, 2009. Web. November 18, 2011. "Transcript: Obama's State of the Union Address: NPR." NPR: National Public Radio: News & Analysis, World, US, Music & Arts: NPR. January 25, 2011. Web. November 17. 2011. .