Imagine a land ruled by owls with heroes, villains, and legends. This is the type of world that Kathryn Lasky envisioned when she wrote the series Guardians of Ga’Hoole. This series describes the habits and life styles of the nocturnal predators while following a plot of conflict and adventure. Part of the owl’s life style that Lasky focuses on involves the growth of the owlets. An owlet’s growth toward a full-fledged owl is marked by special ceremonies recognizing different milestones. Some examples of these ceremonies are the first flight ceremony and the first prey ceremony. The owlets in these ceremonies undergo their first solo attempts of flight and hunting. Like the owlets, we participate in ceremonies or rituals that show growth in …show more content…
This rite of passage began when Jesse set the goal of attending the Boy Scouts of America National Jamboree in 2010. The National Jamboree supplies many high adventure activities, and the trip includes visits to many United States and LDS history sites; however, the cost of such of trip is approximately three thousand dollars. In order to be able to raise the money for the trip, Jesse made a plan to manage his money and time in order to achieve his lofty goal. First, he created a budget and a log to keep track of his income and payments. He also set aside most of his income for his trip, and he thought long and hard about any purchases he had to make. In addition, he advertised his lawn mowing service to the public in order to increase his savings. After two years of hard work, the three-thousand-dollar fee was due. With the help of a generous donation from my parents, my brother was able enjoy a journey of excitement and adventure. As years went by, my younger brother and I have used the same methods to attend the National Jamboree, and my youngest brother is already planning on attending the next Jamboree. From this experience, my brothers and I have learned valuable lessons on budgeting and self-restraint that will help us to be prepared for our financial needs in the …show more content…
This highest honor in Scouting is a significant milestone in my family. One of the final steps to earn the Eagle Rank requires a leadership project. For my Eagle Scout Project, I spent fifty-six hours building rice I-Spy bags for children in Primary Children’s Hospital. I had to coordinate and organize volunteers to cut material, sew, and fill the bags with rice and small items. I also talked to church leaders and workers at Primary Children’s Hospital to receive materials and ideas. In my final project report, I said “Not everything you plan will go well, and that you need to listen to all opinions and have a plan B.” The rank of an Eagle Scout has become an important accomplishment in my family. The award is a sign of hard work, leadership, and
The four pillars of the prestigious National Honor Society demonstrate the traits I hope to continually develop: as a scholar, a leader, a volunteer and a person of strong moral fiber. I believe myself to be mature and motivated; I have an unyielding commitment to scholarship and intend to make a difference in the lives of everyone around me. The prospect of becoming a member has prompted me to take a look upon what I wish to accomplish as a part of this organization. By becoming an active participant, my goal is to enrich my school experience by means of volunteering in the community, serving as a role model for my peers, and fostering pride for our school.
As a child, Black Elk was blessed by his grandfathers with a vision. In this vision he saw the fate of his people. There were many symbolic creatures and elements in this vision. There we...
I am honored to be among the students who are being considered for the National Honor Society. I must admit that this is a group that I have been anticipating joining since the beginning of my high school career. I believe that I deserve this honor and this chance because I have worked very hard to get here. The National Honor Society is known for recognizing students with grades and praiseworthy character, I believe that I have both. My grades are a priority at school because when it comes down to it that is what I will be judged on, alongside my character and attitude. As a student athlete, I pride myself on being a good role model, not just in my home and school, but also in my community. I have participated in many activities that served
“In the dark mist of my dreams I saw my brothers. The three dark figures silently beckoned me to follow them. They led me over the goat path, across the bridge, to the house of the sinful women. We walked across the well-worn path in silence. The door to Rosie’s house opened and…” (Anaya 70) This excerpt from the novel Bless Me, Ultima, by Rudolfo Anaya, is one of the numerous dreams the protagonist Antonio Márez experiences. The story is set during World War II in Guadalupe, Mexico, a town rich with Mexican culture and overflowing with legends. Antonio attempts to discover his religion and family roots as he struggles to cope with school. When he witnesses four tragic deaths, Anaya vividly depicts the shattering of his innocence. Even with worry enveloping him, six-year-old Antonio manages to sleep with the calming hoots of Ultima’s owl. And he has magical dreams. Antonio’s dreams add to his characterization by providing readers with an insight into his mind, explaining his internal disharmony, and foreshadowing future events.
It is with great honor to be considered among the students of my class to be a part of the National Honor Society. the National Honor Society (NHS) has been an organization that has displayed great interest to me, with new leadership skills and responsibilities to take upon. I believe that I hold the leadership skills, service, character, and academic excellence that is required to become a member of the National Honor Society.
Have you ever wondered what the “rite of passage” means or how would one consider if they had gone through a rite of passage? It could be something big that could change someone’s entire foundation, such as getting married or if that person enters to the next world leaving behind everything from the world that the individual knows of, afterlife. The novella, “The Body” written by Gordie Lachance, elaborates on this one event during his childhood, with his childhood friends, as a rite of passage between himself and his friends. This event is surrounded by the corpse of Ray Brower, a young boy around the same age of Gordie, Teddy, Vern, and Chris. It was an easygoing, playful journey where they believed that at the end of this
2) There are many rituals carried out by the Indigenous people but in particular there is one called
Being inducted into the National Honors Society is what I have been waiting for. Becoming a member is nothing more than a dream come true, and I appreciate it greatly. If I am to be chosen as a member I know that I will be a positive and dependable participant in society activities. Due to my abilities and past experiences, I can be considered a valuable candidate because I demonstrate the qualities of leadership, service, and character. I do feel that if I am chosen, I will do nothing detract from the prestige and respectability that is associated with the society.
Nominees were asked to try and write about one experience, which proves quite difficult and uninteresting. It's much more interesting to discuss the value of the "pillars" of the National Honor Society. One thing defines us in life. One thing that outshines service, leadership, and even scholarship. In fact, without this thing, the other three are irrelevant. Character. Character carries us through our lives. It gives motivation and strength. It gives love and hate. It gives decisions of yes or no. Character is most important to me. It is character that literally defines all of us. Character is more than being kind and polite. If everyone's character could be summed in that way of unkind or kind and polite or impolite the world would not be interesting anymore would it? The world is interesting and so is everyone else, all because of character.
When candidates are competing for an award, a job, or an honor, they often use the qualities of their character as evidence as to why they deserve it. I certainly understand and believe in the necessity of qualifications; however, I have also always believed that having a plan of what one will do with a certain honor is an integral part of deserving it. That is why this essay is not about my previous accomplishments. This essay is a declaration of my ideas to serve as a representative of Seton Hill University by making the community, state, and country a better place for all.
"Greasy Lake" by T.C. Boyle is a tale of one young man's quest for the "rich scent of possibility on the breeze." It was a time in a man's life when there was an almost palpable sense of destiny, as if something was about to happen, like a rite of passage that will thrust him into adulthood or cement his "badness" forever. The story opens with our narrator on a night of debauchery with his friends drinking, eating, and cruising the streets as he had done so many times in the past. What he found on that night of violence and mayhem would force him to look at himself hard. This is a story of one man's journey from boyhood to maturity.
When Herbert’s father lost his leg in the war and Mrs. Carr could no longer work at the post office it was his time to step up and forage for his family. (Chapter I, Para. 2) Growing up in a poor environment affected Herbert in a positive manner and helped him out in the long run. Herbert learned the value of money and didn’t waste what little he had like Ebenezer Jr has been doing his whole life. What profit he made went straight to his mom.
A ritual is an arrangement of exercises including signals, words, and questions, performed in a sequestered place, and performed by succession. Rituals might be recommended by the customs of a community, including a religious community. The execution of rituals is an indispensable piece of all religions. Rituals are adapted and typically tedious acts that occur at a set time and area. They quite often include the utilization of symbolic protests, words, and activities.
I joined Girl Scouts when I was six years old and continued with it until my senior year of high school. Without Girl Scouts, I know I would not be where I am today. By the time I entered high school, my troop consisted of a mere eight girls. Despite that small number, we were able to take on big projects that our leader gave us entire control over. It is because of these events—Girls Night Out, the Father Daughter Dance, and Spa Night to name a few—that I learned how to be a leader. Planning these events taught me how to organize, manage my time, and delegate tasks. Being a leader was never something I was thrilled to do, but Girl Scouts forced me out of my comfort zone and taught me skills I will use for the rest of my life.
Every year as the beginning of a new school year approaches, I am eager to return for OWL week. This is by far the highlight of the semester because it is full of new experiences, new friendships, fun times, and many positive memories! I hope to be a member of the 2018 Orientation Team to continue producing these great memories as well as to build on my personal leadership skills. Additionally, being an OWL is a very fulfilling experience. For new students, this is a stressful week where they are entering a new lifestyle without their family and friends.