Student Success Statement #45

Student Success Statement

“I am not bound to win, but I am not bound to be true. I must stand with anybody that stands right, and stand with him while he is right, and part with him when he goes wrong.”

-          Abraham Lincoln

Reflection:

This quote means that Lincoln is a loyal person. He stands with the person he is involved with thick or thin, when the times get rough he’s always there for support. This quote also means that He will own up to his actions and he will try to do his best to fix the wrong others did. 

April Fool's Day Facts

April Fool’s Day

When is April Fool’s Day?

April 1^st.

What is the purpose of April Fool’s Day?

April Fools' Day is observed throughout the Western world. Practices include sending someone on a "fool's errand," looking for things that don't exist; playing pranks; and trying to get people to believe ridiculous things.

What are a few theories behind April Fool’s Day?

The most common theory about the earliest April Fools’ celebrations is in 1582, Pope Gregory XIII issued a papal bull decreeing a new standard calendar for Christian Europe that would take his name and centuries later become the standard internationally in the 21st century.

What are a few pros and cons of April Fool’s Day?

Pros: If you’re a jokester/prankster, this is quite the day for you.

Cons: You get pranked on. Some take it a little extreme.

Include other information of interest:

April Fools is celebrated in many countries. In France, Italy and Belgium people celebrate April Fools by trying to stick paper fish on someone without them noticing then yell April Fish in their language. In Denmark, April Fool’s is celebrated on May 1^st (Maj-Kat)

Student Success Statement #44

Student Success Statement

“Character is higher than intellect.”

-          Ralph Waldo Emerson

Reflection:

I do not agree with this statement. It has good meaning, and a good point. But you can be one of the sweetest people in the world, but without intellect, where are you going to go? What is you aim? How will you be successful in your career if you want to become an engineer or someone who works on Wall Street? Having good character will get you far, but being smarter will get your farther. 

Health Sciences Librarian

Health Sciences Librarian

Duties and Responsibilities:

Medical librarians work in libraries or resource centers located in hospitals, research centers, or medical schools.

Education:

You will need a bachelor degree in science in library science or health science.

Salary:

$52,759

Reflection:

I would like to become a librarian for health sciences. It seems like fun and I know A LOT of good books honestly. The pay is good too. I might look into it more actually. 

Student Success Statement #43

Student Success Statement

“True independence and freedom can only exist in doing what’s right.”

-          Brigham Young

Reflection:

This quote means that when we do what is right our lives will be much simpler. When we do the wrong our live will be very complicated and won’t know what to do or how to fix it. We will have more independence and freedom  when we have our lives spent on doing the right things.  

Global Opportunities: Careers around the World

Global Opportunities: Careers around the World

India:

Care management clinical quality auditor: responsible in handling of escalated customer calls. Tasked to assist the team lead in the day to day activities of coaching and developing customer advisors and ensuring operational excellence at all times.

It’s a good career because it helps out team members and provides first level advice on procedures and work methods.

Japan:

Doremigarden Preschool is looking for a teacher both fluent in Japanese and English to teach to teach the preschoolers. They require a degree in early childhood or two year experience in teaching preschool/nursery.

It’s a good career because it teaches young students to learn how to be bilingual at a very young age. This is good because they’re expanding their minds.

Brazil:

In Brazil, they’re looking for English teachers that are both fluent in Portuguese and English. English is taught in some schools and universities and is widely spoken in cities.

This is beneficial for both counties because you are learning more from one another. Some jobs offer classes on how to speak Portuguese, so you might learn something from that.

Reflection:

I would LOVE to work in another country. Since I’m part Brazilian I’d like to go back to my roots and it would be nice to see where my grandpa grew up and how everything works over there rather than here in the US.

Free My Wardrobe

Free My Wardrobe

As you all know, summer is approaching. The heat has been extremely unbearable these last few days. Which means less layers of clothing will be worn. Which also means short shorts and spaghetti straps will be worn by girls. Now let’s be honest here. I love short shorts and spaghetti straps; I find comfort in them especially when it’s a hot day. However, what I don’t appreciate is how my teachers and the administration sexualize my outfit. I don’t want to be stopped in the hallways and a teacher, female or male, and tell me to cover up my shoulders when it’s like 90 degrees outside. My shoulders are not disrupting anybody. My shoulders should DEFINITELY not be a problem in an area where we have to concentrate on a lesson. Especially when the teacher interrupts the lesson just to scold me. I have every right to wear what I want to wear. If a male teacher has a problem with my legs and my shoulders then we do have a problem. Stop sexualizing women and women’s interest in clothing. It’s hot, you don’t see us complaining about males taking off their shirt in the middle of PE. Free my wardrobe, free my rights. No justice, no peace.

St. Patrick's Day

St. Patrick’s Day

Who was St. Patrick?

St. Patrick is a hero and a saint in Ireland. And there are about 60 churches and cathedrals named for him in Ireland alone. Ironically, St. Patrick wasn't even Irish.

What is the purpose of St. Patrick?

 St. Patrick's Day started out as a feast day for St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland.

Why is St. Patrick’s Day designated when it is?

The date commemorates the day St. Patrick died, believed to be in A.D. 461.

Why a certain color on St. Patrick’s Day?

The color green has a lot of connections to Ireland and springtime.

Other information:

Shamrocks, those three-leaf clovers, are used to explain the Holy Trinity of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit while trying to convert people to Christianity.

Olivet Eagles Football Team

Video Response:

In this video I recently watched, it was a video showing great sportsmanship and equality. On this middle school football team, there was one kid with a mental disability. He never scored a touchdown before in his life. What the football team did was so memorable to this young boy's life. The football team tried going as close as possible to the one yard line, before the touchdown area. They brought out the young boy and when the he said hike, he quickly ran to the touchdown area. His parents were so grateful for the love and care the football team has given the boy. This is a great act of good character. 

Student Success Statement #42

Student Success Statement

“They’re only truly great who are truly good.”

-          George Chapman

Reflection:

When people say “Oh my god, this person is so amazing”, they don’t really mean it unless the “amazing” person is actually doing a good deed or has done one. A truly great person is someone who knows how to be an actual CTR person. Someone who does great things for their community is an example of a CTR person. Someone who will work they’re very best to strive to be the very best. I think that’s what Chapman means.

Volunteer Opportunities for High School Students

Volunteering Opportunities

Dignity Hospital:

In the heart of downtown LA, this hospital opens its doors for the teens, college students, and adults to help volunteer at this place. The benefits of becoming a volunteer are personal satisfaction, inclusion in employee recognition events, and complimentary parking. To apply, you have to fill out an application. If you have any questions contact Tracy Nordback at (213)742-5707 or CHMC-Volunteer@dignityhealth.org

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles:

This hospital is specifically only for children. If you’re interested in becoming a pediatrician, then this would be right for you. You will not be able to shadow and work directly with a doctor. If you are under 18, you would have to be part of a summer program called Camp CHLA, which teaches high school students how to do CPR and other things and help around the hospital. You have to check the requirements, take a survey, and fill out an application.

UCLA Hospital:

Over 300 volunteer positions offer opportunities for students to explore various health care options. The basic requirement is that you are 15 and older, agreement to do at least 100 hours of volunteer work (four hours per week), proof of Varicella, MMR, and TB. You have to conduct a well typed essay to see if they believe that you are fit for this program.

Long Beach Memorial Hospital:

The requirements must be at least between the ages of 15-17 and a GPA of 3.0 and higher. You have to fill out an application and must be committed for six months of volunteer work. Two TB tests and influenza vaccination is required during peak flu season. You will have to attend a volunteer service orientation twice. And purchase a volunteer uniform a cost of $23.

Cedars-Sinai Hospital:

This is a teen volunteer program for teens 14-18 wanting to help others and look for community service experience. They have to be committed to one year of volunteer work and work the same shift for an entire session. Teens will perform clinical or clerical duties.  

Student Success Statement #41

Student Success Statement

“Many think that the short term gain will be the long term pain, but it isn’t. In addition, using steroids is cheating, and there is nothing worse in sports than a cheater. Don’t do it.”

-          George Mitchell

Reflection:

Everything Mitchell has said in the quote above is basically complete truth. Choose the right by not doing drugs and not cheating. You may feel the victory and pride at first, but you will have to do the time when everyone finds out. In the long run, it’ll be something everyone will remember you by. Being a cheater is nothing to be proud of. Neither is being a drug abuser. After a while, guilt will catch up to you.

Student Success Statement #40

Student Success Statement

“I won’t cheat.”

-          Dale Murphy

Reflection:

I think what Dale Murphy means by this is no matter what the situation you are in we will do it with honesty and dignity because it is fair and it is the right thing to do.  Cheating will literally get you nowhere in life. Maybe a few steps forward, but then it will send you way back after a long run. Trust me, you don’t want that. You will get nothing out of cheating.

Oncologist

Oncologist

Duties and Responsibilities:

Physicians and surgeons who evaluate and treat patients suffering from cancer.

Salary:

$184,820

Education:

Oncologist must have a bachelor’s degree and an accredited license

Reflection:

I wouldn’t like to become an Oncologist because I don’t think it suits me and I don’t like seeing that many people in pain. There is only a certain amount of things I can do and I don’t think this is one of them.

Student Success Statement #39

Student Success Statement

“Character Matters Most.”

-          Dale Murphy

Reflection:

I think what Dale Murphy is trying to say is that character is the most important keys of being a CTR person. Good character defines who you are, where you came from, who you represent. It’s an amazing blessing to have good character. Easy things will come your way with good character. 

Vascular Surgeon

Vascular Surgeon

Duties and Responsibilities:

Physicians and surgeons diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses. Physicians examine patients; take medical histories; prescribe medications; and order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests.

Salary:

Greater than $187,200

Education:

Physicians and surgeons have demanding education and training requirements. Almost all physicians complete at least 4 years of undergraduate school, 4 years of medical school, and, depending on their specialty, 3 to 8 years in internship and residency programs.

Reflection:

I think I’d like to become a vascular surgeon because it seems like an interesting work area. Amazing pay too,  maybe I’ll look into it more.

Video Response: Mitch McKey

In this video, we watched about a teenage boy who did one of the most respectable acts ever to be done. He won the wrestling championships for his beloved father. Before the father's passing, Mitch wanted to win a title and a match and dedicated it to his dad. By doing so, he would get up 6 o'clock every morning just to lift. He worked so hard to lift. He ended up becoming stronger and stronger tot he point where he almost never lost a fight. He was unbeatable. He won his title all for the dedication of love he had for his father. This is an example of hard work that pays off immensely.

Student Success Statement #38

Student Success Statement

“Great beauty, great strength, and great riches are really and truly of no great use; a right heart exceeds all.”

-          Benjamin Franklin

Reflection:

I think what Franklin says is that just because you have better things than other people, doesn’t make you superior than them.  By having a good heart you will exceed most people because they don’t see how good it can be to be nice and caring and diplomatic. You might be rich but that doesn’t mean you are a better person. Actions determine who you really are

Health Educator

Health Educator

Duties and Responsibilities:

Health educators teach people about behaviors that promote wellness. They develop and implement strategies to improve the health of individuals and communities.

Salary:

$48,790

Education:

Health educators need a bachelor’s degree. Many employers require the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) credential.

Reflection:

I would like to be a health educator. I think it seems like fun. I like to talk about current events and the newest illness around. I like to discuss about that.