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Selma Accomplishments

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Growing as the youngest, with the knowledge and wisdom from others I have gained a lot. Born in Ohio where criminal minds are at stake and raised in Selma with less opportunity. Not having a father figure for all of my 16 years is pretty different. Having most things not handed to you but earned being the youngest of 3, mentioning over 5+ people in one roof is not easy. However, through all the obstacles there was still a way. These are some of the accomplishments I have did over my high school years. I am Maya Salone. Starting off my high school years by staying on track, making sure I will achieve my goals set ahead. As of so far I have achieved four/fifths of the goal. With A’s and B’s on my record throughout the year can be quite challenging. Managing time, plans, and jobs will …show more content…

To cease a lot of negative energy around Selma you have to stay positive, be active, and get involved. There are not many things to do around here. In Selma High School within my four years, I have been In Choir, SGA, and Cheerleading. Of those reasoning’s I have great energy and sound to offer. Outside of school for me, there is Youth Leadership, Delta Gems, and Distinguished Young Women. Those have brought me to many looks and outcomes this past year. This past summer, there were no internships available for Selma Times Journal. I am interested in majoring in Journalism and needed more background on the job. This previous summer I have emailed the head director in charge there. Justin Averette the editor of Selma Times Journal and asked to schedule an interview with him. Once interviewed, he told me I just told me I just made up my own internship for the local newspaper. You are looking at the very first high school intern student for Selma Times Journal. Some things you have to set your own standard for instead of following a path. Be your own leader and create outstanding

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