Chelsey Sousa March 29, 2013 Alternatives for Youth Foundation Since being committed, involvement with DYS has made a difference in my life in many positive ways. DYS has helped me receive my G.E.D, obtain and keep a job, find my true self and build a better self-esteem and develop a better relationship with my family; all of these things that will help me in the future. When I first got committed to DYS, I have to admit I wasn’t a big fan of school. My caseworker helped me to get involved in the GED program and classes held in the Young Women’s Center in Springfield, Ma. I started taking these classes In July 2012 every Thursday.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES - BA 2101, SECTION 011 FINAL ESSAY – 3/7/2013 INSTRUCTOR: Lindsay R. Teich Major in Success College students need more guidance in how to turn their talents, curiosity, and passions into successful careers. Most guidance offices and books on the subject will be inadequate for these purposes. The writing style is witty and engaging, and the examples are interesting and relevant. Repetition does occur in using the examples, but it's not too bad. While this book has some weaknesses in helping you select the direction you should go in, it is superb in helping you pursue your goals once they are set.
Teachers and parents should help bring out the good in the teens coming up. They need to be a positive role model on making wise decisions and handling tough situations. Encouraging teens to follow their dreams can go a long way. It is always good to have a support system. What I have gained overall in doing this project is public speaking skills and public expression.
Nobody can take away your level of effort. Another core belief that I have is to always look at the best in things no matter what. This belief helps a ton when you think that things aren't going your way. I got this belief from my parents also. My parents really believed in shaping me into a good person when i was younger.
I have picked the MHRT/C program as an academic goal because it is what I believe I have been called to do with my life. I always have been a caring person who loves helping others. With this program I feel that by achieving this career goal I will not only be able to help others in the same situation I was in but also I will also be helping myself as well to become a stronger person. Another reason I want to learn more on mental health is I have a 10-year-old son who has been diagnosed with some mental health issues. I feel with my schooling I would be able to understand my sons illness more which would allow me to provide him the help that he needs.
Some of the most important skills I have learned are communication, time management, organization, and discipline. By watching the chain of command flow, I have learned how information travels and have learned communication skills. Strict rules on timeliness are highly enforced in the JROTC program. I have learned that being early leaves a better impression and is also more beneficial than arriving on time or late. These time management skills have already helped me and I know that they will continue to benefit me.
I try hard to come into school because year 11 is a really important year for me. In general I am a confident person. I feel it is really important to be confident as it can help you as you grow up. I try and come across as a helpful and well mannered student. I like finishing tasks after I start them because it helps me become more motivated.
If it were not for being the oldest of 4 I might have not learned my leadership skills faster than others. Teamwork with classmates, team mates and myself have seen how well I can work with others and it leaves me yearning to work and help for the benefit of others. Altogether, peers, family, and I have helped build my character and showed me to respect others and show them my dedication, concern, honesty, loyalty and so forth. Becoming a member of the National Honor Society would be an honor and I will dedicate the time and everything I have to offer into the
This makes it a smart goal because I can actually do it every day and plan it. Another reason my personal goal can be considered a SMART goal is because I can do these things anytime I want. This is a smart goal because I can always stop myself from talking to my peers sometimes they distract me from doing my work. My goal is SMART because it is specific, realistic, and attainable. I am going to use three steps to achieve my goals.
The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Teens By Sean Covey The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens was written by Steven Covey published in 1989 and is a self help book designed for teens. This book talks about that many different struggles in life a teen goes through. In talking about these daily struggles Covey gives helpful solutions for these issues. There are seven major topics in this book called habits. The habits include 1: Being proactive, 2: Beginning with end in mind, 3: Putting First Things First, 4: Thinking win-win 5: seeking first to understand, Then to be Understood, 6: Synergizing, And last 7: Sharpening the saw.