Student Success Statement

“A man without a goal is like a ship without a rudder.”- Thomas Carlyle

What this quote means is that if you don’t have anything planned for your future you’ll have nowhere to go. You’ll be stuck your whole life with the same thing over and over. You need to have something in mind that will make you happy and excited to continue on and achieving your goals.  An example that would fit this quote would be you’re in school and when you get home you receive a letter from a college/university and it says you got accepted. But you don’t want to go to school anymore so you reject it. Do you think you made the right choice there? I believe that  you didn’t because now you have nowhere to go besides look for a part-time job that isn’t even enough for you. Be smart about the actions you do because they can turn into a failure when you don’t know what’s best. Always choose the right and try your best to complete your goals because it will bring success into your life. When the boat doesn’t move because it’s missing it rudder you don’t move either because you’re missing something too. This applies to me because I need to know what I want for my future. Luckily I do know what I want and that’s to become an Orthodontist and I know that I will accomplish this goal and so can anyone else.

                                                                        

Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend

During my memorial day weekend I did many things and they were so much fun. First of all me and my family went to the beach to celebrate my brothers first communion. When we got there we ate seafood like shrimps, fish, and a little of lobster. After that we were able to go on a boat to see some whales and it was a great experience. Another thing I did was that our family had a barbecue on Sunday and we all ate and talked. I also got to watch a movie with my cousin and it great because I been wanting to watch it since I read the book. The movie is called Everything Everything. This time I didn’t do so much reading because I was trying to spend the weekend with my family and make it memorable. But like always I had some homework to do and it was an essay that was due on Tuesday. Although I didn’t want to do it I had to because we're coming close to ending the school year. I also had to do math homework, but since I like math I finished it in 30 minutes. But overall this weekend was awesome because I actually enjoyed it and now I’m ready for more family time.

    

Forgive

   “When a deep injury is done us, we never recover until we forgive.”- Alan Paton

                                                                                                                                             

What this quote is trying to tell us is that we should always forgive one another. Even when we are hurt so bad, you may think that it isn’t possible to forgive but it is. An example of this quote would be you and your mom get in a big fight because she didn’t let you go out with your friends. So you’re really mad at her that you start to scream at her and slam the door in front of her. Do you think you made a right decision to do that and will you be able to forgive her? That’s the question you should ask yourself because you don’t want to have anger toward your mother for one little thing. I believe that you should forgive her and give her another chance because maybe she had reason why she didn't let you go out. When you grieve toward someone else and you hate them so much do you think it does any good for you? I think it doesn’t, so just forgive that person and you’ll be free.

                                    

                                                       

                                                         

Memorial Day

Memorial Day

What is Memorial Day?

    Memorial day is a day on which those who died men or women while serving the U.S. military are remembered. It became an official federal holiday in 1971. Another thing is that it's also the beginning of summer.

When is it?

    Memorial day is observed on the last Monday of May.

What are some few ways to show honor and respect on Memorial Day?

    Many americans observe Memorial day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in paredes. Some few other things you can do is make a thank you card or note to soldiers, visit nearby Veteran's hospital and enjoy freedom by spending time with your family.

What are a few thing you will do on Memorial Day to show honor and respect?

    A few things I would do show honor and respect would be show some love, spend time with my family, give support and talk to someone who was in the military. It’s important to understand that memorial is an important day in the U.S.

    My thoughts on memorial day are that we should all celebrate it because we need to honor those who fought for us. Another thing is that Memorial day is a great time to reunite with family members and friends to make some delicious food. My feelings about Memorial day are that it's sad because we don’t see the hard work people in the military do. We think that they just go away for a while and then they will come back. But the truth is that sometimes not everyone makes it. So go out there and show some love and support on Memorial Day. We will need to remember this day from now on because it's very important.

     

Student Success Statement

“Dare to do right”- Rex D. Pinegar

What this quote is trying to tell us is that we are dared to always choose the right because it's the best thing you can do. Another thing is that if we aren’t told to choose the right than there would never be peace and respect towards us. An example of this quote would be that you throw a party at your house and your mom tells you that there’s no smoking allowed only beverages. But then you see someone come in with a pack of cigarettes. What should you do allow him in so that you get in trouble or kick him out and do the right thing. I think that it would be best if you kick him out because it’s best for everyone.So I’m daring you to do the right thing. When you are dare someone to do something you should always make sure that they are positive and clean so that you won't get in trouble. That’s why Rex is daring you to do right because he wants to see if you have the potential and the ability to choose the right all the time.

                       

Massage Therapist

Massage Therapist

Duties and Responsibilities:

     Massage therapist is a person who uses touch to manipulate muscles in the body. They help relieve pain, help rehabilitate injuries, improve circulation, relieve stress etc. some of their duties are to talk with clients about symptoms, medical history and desired results. Another thing they do is provide clients with guidance on stretching. They can be short as 5-10 minutes or even last more than an hour.

Salary:

    38,040

Education:

    Massage therapist typically complete a postsecondary education program of 500 or more hours of study. A high school diploma or an equivalent is usually required for admission. Most states regulate massage therapist to have a license or certification.

Demand for this particular career:

    Some demand is that they should have qualities such as communication skills, decision making skills, empathy, physical stamina, and physical strength/ dexterity. They are important if you would like to be a massage therapist.

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Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

     I think that I would like to be one because it’s important to help others in many forms that you can. Another thing is that it seems fun to work with others and help them relax when they need it. Something good about this job is that you can go whenever you need it. Lasty, would be because they pay you well and you don’t need much education, although I do want to do more.

Stand Tall

  Brooke is a girl who lives in Mexico and she's at least 6 feet tall. She has friends who talk nice things about her and really care for as well. They said that Brooke doesn’t let peer pressure get in her way just because she’s tall. Some things that her friends said were that she's nice, kind, friendly and funny

Stand Alone

“Dare to stand alone.”- Thomas S. Monson

What this quote is trying to tell us is that we should stand alone when we’re in a bad situation. For example you go to a party and you see people fighting and drinking alcohol, what should you do? I think that you should get out of there as fast as you can, so that you won’t be involved in it. It’s better when you’re alone than in a crowd where they are choosing the wrong. Another thing Thomas is trying to say is that standing alone isn’t a bad thing because indeed it gets you farther in the future, you’ll be successful. Don’t forget that choosing the right is always acceptable in every situation. Don’t go down the wrong path and be unsuccessful because no one wants to see you suffer. If you take the dare to stand alone then you’ll be able to do anything you desire to do. Don’t let anyone or anything drag you only you know what’s best for whether it’s standing alone or choosing to join the crowd.

                           

Piano

Piano

Why did you choose this topic?

    I chose the piano because it’s an instrument I like to play. Another reason why I chose it was because the piano means something me. The piano is a way for me to relax and express myself because I create and try new music. Lastly would be it’s one of a kind because there aren’t many people who play the piano right now.  

Describe the topic in detail:

    The piano began in Padua Italy in 1709 in the shop of a harpsichord maker named Bartolomeo di Francesco Cristofori. It’s an acoustic stringed musical instrument. The word piano is a shortened form of pianoforte, the Italian term for the early versions of this instrument. This means soft and loud. You can play it by using a keyboard which is a row of keys that you press down with the fingers or thumbs of both hands to cause the hammer to strike the strings. The piano is one of the most popular instruments and it also makes a beautiful piece of furniture that looks great at home. There are also different types of piano for example digital piano, hybrid piano, grand piano etc. The piano has around 220-230 strings that are made from steel and strung extremely tight in order to produce a sound.  

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Student Success Statement

“If I’ve got correct goals, and if I keep pursuing them the best way I know how everything else falls into line. If i do the right thing right, I’m going to succeed.”- Dan Dierdorf

What this quote is trying to tell us is that if we keep doing the right thing then we will be successful in life. An example would be by going to a good university where you can get a better education instead of going to community college where there’s barely anything. Another thing is, if you have goals and you keep pursuing them than the rest of the other things will just come to you. We need to choose the right every time because if we don’t there can be consequences. When you choose the wrong there can be a downfall where you can’t get back up again because there are just too many obstacles in your way. Only a few will know how to fight back because they know what’s best for them. You should know that be successful in life is amazing because you get to do anything once your done, like when you get a good career. Follow what Dan Dierdorf said because you will need it in the future.

          

Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist

Duties and Responsibilities:

   Dental hygienist is a person who works in a dentist’s office, cleaning patients teeth before, during, and after a dental procedure. They work side by side with dentists, orthodontics, and other dental professionals. They may have to prepare treatment rooms for patients. Another thing they do is provide information to patients and employees by answering questions and request.

Salary:

   72,330 each year

Education:

   Dental hygienist receive their education through academic programs at community colleges, dental schools or universities. It takes at least two years to complete , with graduates receiving an associate degree. They are licensed by each state to provide dental hygiene care and patient education.  

Demand for this particular career:

   They should be able to be compassion, attention to detail, have stamina, technical skills and interpersonal skills. This is important because this is what most people want to see you do if you do become one.

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Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

   I think that I would like to become one because it’s similar to a dentist and an orthodontist. This also seems to interest me because I get to communicate with new people and help them feel better. Lastly It doesn't take much to become one.

Phillip Rigg

1. Work hard
2. Follow your passions. Do things that you are interested in doing
3. Don’t chase after money.
4. Serve others. Do good things for others, and good things will come to you. - Phillip Riggs

What Phillip Riggs is trying to tell us is that we should always work hard for the things we want because they just won't come around. Another thing is that we need to do, is follow our passions meaning do best in what you like. He also mentioned that we shouldn’t chase money. I thought why shouldn’t we chase after money and that’s when I realized that he wants us to know that money is always going to be around we don’t need a lot of it to be happy. Lastly he said that we should do good things for others if you want to be treated with respect. I believe that he is correct because everyone wants to be treated equally with respect and honesty. I also want to let you guys know that choosing the right also emphasizes on what he said. Always do what is best for you and everyone around you because it can bring success.

Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

Duties and Responsibilities:

    Physical therapy is a big part of the medical industry. They are the key for some patients that are recovering from injuries, illness, and surgery. They work with patients of all ages to help them regain movement and manage pain they have. They work in a hospital or a clinical setting. Another thing they do is treat patients by teaching them different exercises. You must also be supportive and understanding at all times.

Salary:

    84,020 per year

Education:

    To become a physical therapist you must have earned a graduate degree from accredited academic program in physical therapy and it can take up to at least three years to complete. You may also need to earn a bachelor’s degree. Volunteering can be required for admission into doctoral programs.

Demand or need for this profession:

    In order to practice as a physical therapist you must earn a doctoral degree in physical therapy. They must also be licensed in the state they wish to practice.

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Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

    I think that I would like to be one because you’re helping others to recover from an injury their struggling with. Another thing is that you learn new things you didn’t know before. For example how each person deals with the pain, why it happen and much more. Lastly you get to communicate with others.

The Right Thing

“In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing.” -Theodore Roosevelt

What this quote is trying to tell us is that when we face a difficult problem in front of us we need to be able to know what we are doing, is going be the right thing. An example of this quote would be you find 100 dollars in the floor while your walking and you notice that the person in front of you drop them. What should you do keep them to yourself or turn them back in? I think that you should return it back to the person because it’s the right thing to do and you will also feel good about yourself.  We should know the difference between wrong and right because if we don’t then we may get nowhere in life. Making a decision to always do the right is the answer to your future because it will make you successful.

Student Success Statement

“Nothing is ever gained in doing what’s wrong.”

- Wilford Woodruff

What this quote means is that if you think that cheating will help you on a test well you're wrong. Let me tell you why, the reasons why it won’t help is because you’re going to fail school, you learned nothing by cheating and it just makes you feel bad. When you decide to choose the wrong you never gain anything because it comes back to get you but this time you’ll have consequences. Another thing is that you always choose the right because it makes you feel happy and you’ll be successful in life. An example of this quote would be you and your friend got in a big argument and she's really mad that she wants to fight you and so do you. But do you really think that it will make anything feel better. So you decide to do it and you realizes that it didn’t help at all because you're still mad. What should have you done in the first place?  I think that you should’ve just left it alone and continued on with your life. Now you know that choosing the wrong never helps you, it just cause more trouble for you. So always choose the right and go the long way.

                               

Pathologist

Pathologist

Duties and Responsibilities:

    Pathologists are specialty physicians that use bodily fluids and tissues to help study, diagnose, and treat diseases. They perform research, test patients and often collaborate with other professionals in their field. Another thing may also do is perform autopsies to determine the cause of death.

Salary:

    191,945

Education:

    Pathologist can take up to 12 or more years. You begin with earning your bachelor’s degree in a program with a pre-medical curriculum. You must also attend an accredited medical school and earn either a medical doctor degree or a doctor of osteopathy degree. Both include four years of school. They must be licensed and certified as well.   

Demand or need for this profession:

    Pathologist must be a critical thinker, active listener, complex problem solving and have time management. Another thing is that they must be trained, 4 year pathology residency and a 1-2 year optional pathology fellowship.  

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Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

   I think that I wouldn’t like to be one because I don’t find it very interesting. Another thing is that it takes a lot of years to become one. Lastly would be that you have to find ways to treat diseases.

Do The Right Thing At The Right Time

“It’s a great moment when someone has character to step up and do the right thing at the right time.”- Pam Knox

What this quote is trying to tell us is that we should always decide to choose the right even if you don’t see others doing it. It will make you happy when you CTR because you’re showing others what you capable of and it also brightens up the person you're helping out. An example of this quote would be you saw someone cheating in the test and you know that it isn’t fair because you studied while the other person didn’t. What should you do tell the teacher or keep it a secret? I think that you should tell the teacher because they will put an end to it and you won’t have to feel guilty about keeping it a secret. When you choose the wrong it can lead to consequences and you don’t want that because people may not want to hang out with you. We need to step up and choose the right when we see something that isn’t right, have some good character.

                         

Student Success Statement

“I have been asked what I mean by ‘word of honor.’ i will tell you: Place me behind prison walls-walls of stone ever so high, ever so thick, reaching ever so far into the ground-there is a possibility that in some way or another I might be able to escape; but stand me on the floor and draw a chalk line around me and have me give my word of honor never to cross it. Can i get out of that circle? No. never! I’d die first.”- Karl G. Maeser

I think that this quote means that when you give your word of honor you should never break it because it can cause you to have consequences. An example of this quote would be you ask your mom for permission to go out with your friends but she tells you that you have to be home by 9:00 and you agree. When you realize it’s already 8:30 you should already know what to do. You will have to tell your friends that’s it’s time for you to go home even if they’re trying to convince you to stay a little longer. But if you would’ve done the opposite of that you would be breaking your word of honor to your mom. Which means that you’re choosing the wrong. No one can make you break your word of honor except you because you’re going to take full responsibilities of your actions.  Make sure that you always choose the right because it’s the best thing for you and for everyone else around you.