Student Profile
"You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one."
~John Lennon
One of the things that I’ve learned in high school, aside from the concepts of Han China and trigonometric ratios, is that there are several types of students. First, there are the "drifters" - the students who wait for others to do the work for them, putting forth none of their own effort and simply slipping by, without a thought to what they will face in the future. Then, there are the "typicals"- students who come to school, completing tasks on a day to day basis, all in hopes of "passing" and moving on. Finally, there are the "motivators" – students who not only seek to enhance their own lives through exploring opportunities and putting forth their best effort, but also aim to inspire others do to the same. With a humble spirit, I can say that I am one of these "motivators" - a driven student with a goal to succeed in all that I do.
Throughout my school career, I've demonstrated excellence in scholarship, always aiming for high academic standards. Choosing to take challenging courses has encouraged me to develop a love of learning and demanded that I find effective methods to study and understand difficult concepts. Over the years, I have become more responsible, pressing myself to maintain a 4.0 grade point average. In this I have succeeded; every semester since junior high, my report card has presented all A's. Even in extracirricular academics, I have excelled. I placed the past two years in the "Voice of Democracy" speech competition, sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the last three years in the individual documentary category of National History Day. Participating in these events has tuned my skills in several areas, enhanced my understanding of many concepts and enriched my general knowledge. My enthusiasm for learning is also evident to my teachers; I earned the "R" Award in four of my classes as a freshman. My attitude, dedication and natural gifts have pushed me to become a motivated student with a deep value of scholarship.
I have always been a natural leader. When my group is presented with a task, I am the one to step up, assign roles and direct the development of the project. If there is a mishap of some kind, I won't complain; I'll look for a solution and encourage my peers despite the problem. In class, I am the student that is always ready to give an answer or feed a discussion. Furthermore, I help other students understand the material and reach a point where they feel comfortable contributing. I often find myself informally tutoring my peers, donating my time to help them understand a concept during class or in seminar. My dependability and "take-charge" attitude have earned me several official positions of leadership. As the captain of a debate team and the chairperson of a few committees of the Ramstein chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America club, I have been an official "leader" of several activities. In my position as an author with YouthLeader magazine I have also demonstrated leadership; with my "positive change"-focused articles, I hope to inspire teens around the world to step up to leadership roles in their communities. By encouraging and inspiring others, both directly and indirectly, I am a leader.
As I've matured, the value of community service has become even more evident to me. Serving my community provides a sense of fufilment that can't be found in achieving high marks or official titles. When I see the smiles of the children that I help in Children's Church on Sunday morning, I know my efforts are appreciated and it warms my heart. I also volunteer as a penpal to children in Uganda with the AidTheNations organization. Hearing about what these children experience makes me so much more thankful for my life and oppurtunities. But, even knowing their hardships, when I see their responses to my letters, I know that I have added a bit of happiness to their lives. By volunteering on a mission trip to Poland and a diabetic camp in Bertchesgaden, I formed new friendships and created unforgettable memories. Truly, community service has not only benefitted my community and others around me, but has also enriched my personal life and character.
Scholarship, leadership and service all stem from the foundation of one's character. Our character is essentially who we are, and will be reflected in every situation we encounter. I have always been a "good kid - responsible, hard-working, caring - so on and so forth. Through one particular personal experience, however, I have, without trying to sound conceited, developed a truly universal sound moral standing.
I used to be overweight. At times, it felt as though people could only find derogatory remarks to describe me, simply because of my physical appearance. I always remained positive, focusing on my good attributes - my intelligence, kind nature and "always-try-harder" attitude - ignoring the hurtful things that often came my way. Freshman year, I decided it was time for a change. I took my "always-try-harder" attitude, and decided to join track team. Through a change of eating habits, exercise regimen and commitment, I lost about thirty-five pounds and gained a whole new mindset. I have always had an encouraging nature, but, when I stepped into a team situation, I realized just how much impact a positive remark can have on performance and attitude. My perception of dedication and perseverance was completely enhanced through grueling practices and sweat-soaked T-Shirts. However, I would have never made it through track without my parents' support. Through the entire season, they stood behind me, as they always have -- cheering me on when I was ahead, pushing me on when I was behind, and picking me up when I was down. Following their example, I passed care and encouragement to my teammates during warm-ups, practice and even meets. I have been a steadfast and solid individual, but this particular experience greatly magnified the depth of my character.
I have worked hard my entire school career to become a "motivator"-type student. I have dedicated myself mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually to meet deadlines and reach goals. As I leave high school to move onto college and beyond, my ultimate goal is to continue to contribute to the well being of others no matter where I may be in the world.
- An excerpt from my application essay for the National Honor Society
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Never stop learning, never stop dreaming.
~John Lennon
One of the things that I’ve learned in high school, aside from the concepts of Han China and trigonometric ratios, is that there are several types of students. First, there are the "drifters" - the students who wait for others to do the work for them, putting forth none of their own effort and simply slipping by, without a thought to what they will face in the future. Then, there are the "typicals"- students who come to school, completing tasks on a day to day basis, all in hopes of "passing" and moving on. Finally, there are the "motivators" – students who not only seek to enhance their own lives through exploring opportunities and putting forth their best effort, but also aim to inspire others do to the same. With a humble spirit, I can say that I am one of these "motivators" - a driven student with a goal to succeed in all that I do.
Throughout my school career, I've demonstrated excellence in scholarship, always aiming for high academic standards. Choosing to take challenging courses has encouraged me to develop a love of learning and demanded that I find effective methods to study and understand difficult concepts. Over the years, I have become more responsible, pressing myself to maintain a 4.0 grade point average. In this I have succeeded; every semester since junior high, my report card has presented all A's. Even in extracirricular academics, I have excelled. I placed the past two years in the "Voice of Democracy" speech competition, sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the last three years in the individual documentary category of National History Day. Participating in these events has tuned my skills in several areas, enhanced my understanding of many concepts and enriched my general knowledge. My enthusiasm for learning is also evident to my teachers; I earned the "R" Award in four of my classes as a freshman. My attitude, dedication and natural gifts have pushed me to become a motivated student with a deep value of scholarship.
I have always been a natural leader. When my group is presented with a task, I am the one to step up, assign roles and direct the development of the project. If there is a mishap of some kind, I won't complain; I'll look for a solution and encourage my peers despite the problem. In class, I am the student that is always ready to give an answer or feed a discussion. Furthermore, I help other students understand the material and reach a point where they feel comfortable contributing. I often find myself informally tutoring my peers, donating my time to help them understand a concept during class or in seminar. My dependability and "take-charge" attitude have earned me several official positions of leadership. As the captain of a debate team and the chairperson of a few committees of the Ramstein chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America club, I have been an official "leader" of several activities. In my position as an author with YouthLeader magazine I have also demonstrated leadership; with my "positive change"-focused articles, I hope to inspire teens around the world to step up to leadership roles in their communities. By encouraging and inspiring others, both directly and indirectly, I am a leader.
As I've matured, the value of community service has become even more evident to me. Serving my community provides a sense of fufilment that can't be found in achieving high marks or official titles. When I see the smiles of the children that I help in Children's Church on Sunday morning, I know my efforts are appreciated and it warms my heart. I also volunteer as a penpal to children in Uganda with the AidTheNations organization. Hearing about what these children experience makes me so much more thankful for my life and oppurtunities. But, even knowing their hardships, when I see their responses to my letters, I know that I have added a bit of happiness to their lives. By volunteering on a mission trip to Poland and a diabetic camp in Bertchesgaden, I formed new friendships and created unforgettable memories. Truly, community service has not only benefitted my community and others around me, but has also enriched my personal life and character.
Scholarship, leadership and service all stem from the foundation of one's character. Our character is essentially who we are, and will be reflected in every situation we encounter. I have always been a "good kid - responsible, hard-working, caring - so on and so forth. Through one particular personal experience, however, I have, without trying to sound conceited, developed a truly universal sound moral standing.
I used to be overweight. At times, it felt as though people could only find derogatory remarks to describe me, simply because of my physical appearance. I always remained positive, focusing on my good attributes - my intelligence, kind nature and "always-try-harder" attitude - ignoring the hurtful things that often came my way. Freshman year, I decided it was time for a change. I took my "always-try-harder" attitude, and decided to join track team. Through a change of eating habits, exercise regimen and commitment, I lost about thirty-five pounds and gained a whole new mindset. I have always had an encouraging nature, but, when I stepped into a team situation, I realized just how much impact a positive remark can have on performance and attitude. My perception of dedication and perseverance was completely enhanced through grueling practices and sweat-soaked T-Shirts. However, I would have never made it through track without my parents' support. Through the entire season, they stood behind me, as they always have -- cheering me on when I was ahead, pushing me on when I was behind, and picking me up when I was down. Following their example, I passed care and encouragement to my teammates during warm-ups, practice and even meets. I have been a steadfast and solid individual, but this particular experience greatly magnified the depth of my character.
I have worked hard my entire school career to become a "motivator"-type student. I have dedicated myself mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually to meet deadlines and reach goals. As I leave high school to move onto college and beyond, my ultimate goal is to continue to contribute to the well being of others no matter where I may be in the world.
- An excerpt from my application essay for the National Honor Society
Scroll over the drop-down menu to explore the tabs!
Never stop learning, never stop dreaming.