Following my end of my education at the Saint Marys Catholic Middle School, I was looking for a way to give back to the school that blessed me with so much knowledge over the past three years. One of my favorite teachers, Mrs. Bon, gave me that opportunity. She was the librarian at the middle school and needed help in organizing and doing inventory of the school library. I enjoyed assisting my former teacher in doing this. Through my hard work, I was able to give back to the Saint Marys Catholic Middle School. For three days, I flipped, organized, and scanned hundreds of books. I started off by making sure the books faced the right way on the shelf, and that they were not upside down. I relocated books that had been placed on the wrong shelf. In addition, I scanned each book to ensure it was in the system and ready to be checked out during the following school year. This was done by checking the computer in the library that popped up a book's information when it was scanned. In doing these things, the library became more organized and ready to be visited during the next school year. …show more content…
I was a frequent user of my school's library, so it was great to be one to keep it in good shape for the next students who will hopefully appreciate the library as much as I did and continue to do. The helpful organization of the library was also great for finding whatever I needed easily. I was proud to be able to provide that organization to other students. It felt good to be able to give back to such an incredible school that taught me so
Overall, I was grateful for this experience. I was able to find out more about the behind the scenes responsibilities of our schools’ leadership.
Later that year, I was accepted into Spanish Honors Society, a volunteer based program to help out the Spanish communities near my school along with volunteering to help raise money for organizations that help less developed countries. One particular project that I helped raise money for through Spanish Honors Society, was Project Running Waters. The money raised for this event was donated to help people living in Guatemala receive fresh water through pipe systems that would be built. We raised over one thousand dollars to donate to this cause. Knowing that I can positively impact individuals in my community and in other countries makes me feel like I have grown maturely and am able to understand what needs to be done to make a difference to
I am so glad that I was able to get this once in a lifetime opportunity because I was able to learn many things that I wouldn't have been able to learn without volunteering. I also felt accomplished because I was able to do something productive for these ten hours rather than sitting at home. I was able to impact my community and people that I care about. In conclusion, volunteering was a great
...ecause it gave me an opportunity to hear the perspective of other health care professionals that are not in the same field as me. I also got to learn what role each health care professional could contribute to the Triple Aim goal. Also, this experience would make it easier for me to work with other professionals during my course of study and after I graduate because I have been a little exposure to what it is going to be like discussing and trying to figure out ways we can contribute to the Triple Aim goal together as a team.
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. It was the time I ripped my pants in the 2nd grade.
On stage, I anticipated third place, but was once again stunned when I placed second. This whole experience was life changing. Working for the National FFA Convention, I developed a work ethic to stick to something, and to do my best, even if it seems impossible. I also gained communication skills, and the ability to work outside my comfort zone. Even now it is hard for me to interact with others, but this accomplishment taught me that I can do hard things and I can communicate effectively. I learned how to perform research and express my findings. This experience was also very valuable for it directed me to my career path. It opened up doors as to my abilities, and gave me the confidence to pursue my dreams without fear. It taught me that failures happen, but enduring effort will turn failure into success. In my interviews, I learned that complete honesty is far better than false cover-ups. I became the person I am now because I was blessed with the experience. This project for some may be seen as a great award, but for me it's an invaluable occurrence which had more life skills and experience than a piece of paper can ever
With the help of the Me To We team at Queen Street Public School, I volunteered at a local food bank. The experience was quite educational and fascinating. We encouraged staff and students to donate non-perishable food items for the "We Scare Hunger" campaign. This was definitely a highlight of my grade five year because I felt very humble and warm-hearted by doing a simple act of kindness. In addition, I was chosen to participate in the "Intergenerational" program. This was created so that grade five students can learn more from the elders of the Burton Manor senior home. We had the privilege to learn about their history and interact with them through several educational and fun activities. If accepted, I will indeed join several clubs and teams to contribute my time and talents to make the school an exciting learning
I had an absolute blast being a library assistant and felt like every time I sorted books, helped put on puppet shows, or organized the book shelves, I was directly helping others to enjoy exploring the world of reading. The thought that I was touching on a book that might make a child fall in love with reading made me ecstatic and loved knowing that I could demonstrate to others the adventures found in the library through my time. In ninth grade, I began to participate in my school’s Young Life ministry program and soon started volunteering as a student leader to increase my efforts to reach out and love others at my school. As a student leader, I have helped lead small groups, been a campaigner for Bible studies, and have gone to Young Life’s camp at Lake Champion to help lead the younger students. Through my words of encouragement and actions to put my friends first, I have absolutely loved seeing the joy and excitement that they have experienced through Young Life.
I am grateful for the opportunity to volunteer at the elementary school. It opened my eyes to a few of the problems in our communities. I was able to make others aware of those problems through volunteering and being proactive. I am going to continue with the program for as long as I am able to do so. If only we had millions of these programs across the globe, many other children would be able to benefit and develop the skills to succeed educationally.
On my trip to Churchill Middle School I was paired with a sixth grader named Finley Kane. Finley takes eight classes every day and it placed in Accelerated English and Accelerated Math. These classes are more advanced classes for the students that are ahead of the rest of the grade.
High school is one of the biggest decisions that I, as a young teenager, has to make. I am truly concerned that I am going to choose a school that is not going to help me. Though immediately as I walked through the doors of Thomas More High School for the open house in 2014, I knew right then and there that this was the school for me. I loved the environment and how everyone was so welcoming. The academics fit perfectly for what I want to do in my future. There are other little details that really sold me on the school. It had ultimately a great school that had everything that I could ever ask for.
The sun shines on a warm June day. Trabuco Hills High School’s 2013-2014 edition yearbook, the very first book I contributed to, has been published. As I walk to my sixth period yearbook class, I see swarms of students passing around multicolored pens as they finish signing each other’s yearbook before the bell rings. I can hear an echo of laughter coming from my classroom as students of all grade levels flip through the freshly bound book, contemplate puns, and embrace each other on the account of all the hard work they put in this year. I feel the smile on my face stretch ear to ear as I walk in the room, with a multitude of pens begging for my signature in their book. I have never felt more proud of my achievements then when I first held
Imagine watching a pack of kindergarteners run around, releasing all of their energy, right in front of of you. Every child near you, is enjoying their time. On January 13, 2017, I gave back to my community by helping the Corpus Christi After School Program. Helping this program let me have a wider view of what it was like to be a child again, set aside all the difficult problems we face today. The Corpus Christi After School Program has gave me an opportunity to give back to my community while having fun with my surroundings.
It gives me a sense of pride to reflect back and write about my adventure, where working hard and staying focused has made me the person I am today. Until now I have seized every opportunity I could to increase my knowledge, think critically about my field, to be a better student, a responsible professional and a humble citizen. I entered dentistry when I was not really sure what I wanted to do in life. All that I was sure about was to be best in what I chose to do. Entering the dental school not only made my family proud of seeing their daughter be the first member in the extended family to be a healthcare professional but also put a big responsibility on my shoulder, which at first seemed daunting. When the sound of congratulations faded,
I have grown up in a Christian school where I am required to attend Bible class daily, go to chapel weekly, and complete service hours to graduate. However, just because my school has these requirements does not necessarily mean that everyone is a practicing Christian. There is a common misconception that people that grew up in a Christian schools exert Christian qualities. Some of the stories I hear from people, both in and out of class, make me ashamed to be associated with my grade. According to the PLNU living agreement students are required to attend chapel three times a week, I like how it encourages students to be in their Bibles and start a relationship with God. I accepted God when I was five, but it was more out of fear, over the