Portfolio

Knowledgeable individuals understand content necessary to be successful in a variety of endeavors
In this assignment, I was required to combine math, science, research and writing skills to create a paper on the migration of Monarch butterflies. I was required to combine math, research an writing to create this paper on pre-calculus in my future career path.

Information processors access and analyze information from a variety of sources for different purposes
I found information from many different sources to create this brochure. I used literary criticisms to write about Jane Austen's //Pride and Prejudice//.

Effective communicators apply their reading, speaking, writing, and listening skills to communicate effectively
This essay explans how the titular character of Shakespeare's //Macbeth// is a dynamic charater. I created and presented this Powerpoint about the regulations on zoos within the United Kingdom.

Critical thinkers and problem solvers assess the situation, gather important information and develop relevant, effective alternatives to to reach a solution or decision
This is a collection of the information I used in my science fair project, and it is everything that I have researched and observed during the project. The abstract of my science fair project explains the research, observations and steps I took during my experiment.

Self-directed learners take the initiative to actively and independently inquire and apply learning to new and different situations
This is a Jeopardy game created from the 3rd chapter of my Comparative Anatomy and Physiology book for review. This is a Powerpoint on many facets of the life of Jane Austen, an author I am a big fan of.

Collaborative individuals value teamwork and the results achieved from multiple viewpoints and talents working together toward a common purpose
This is a group project done over the short play //A Doll's House//. It includes a biography of the author, information about the setting of the story and questions for review. [|Great Pacific Garbage Patch Movie] The Great Pacific Garbage Patch Movie was a collaborative project, as the group split the research and voice over parts.

Active, responsible citizens are well-informed and apply knowledge and skills to improve the quality of their lives and communities
Last year, I recieved the Lions Young Leaders in Service Gold Award for over 150 hours of volunteer sevice in my community, and I have won this award again this year. I have been in the Honor Roll because of my academic excellence.

Quality producers create products and performances that reflect high standards
This is one of the Powerpoints I believe I have done the best on, with many pictures, graphs and an interesting video on the topic. I believe I did very well on this project, and it is one of my favorites that I have done.

Personally and professionally responsible individuals take responsibility for their own physical, intellectual, emotional, and social well-being
I take great pride in my grades, and am proud to have received the Award for Academic Excellence Because I was eligible for the Award for Academic Excellence, I was also awarded the President's Education Awards - Award for Outstanding Academic Excellence.

Individual leaders have a strong sense of vision, have passion and are able to inspire commitment
During 2008, I was a part of the 4-H Statewide Youth Curriculum Committee, and helped choose new curriculum for projects in the Nebraska 4-H program. Over the summer, I am a volunteer with the True Buddy Therapeutic Sheep Program for special needs children. I have donated over 100 hours of my time for the past two years, and have a passion for working with these animals and children.