Personal Narrative: Christopher Newport University

My personal Michigan hero is my seventh grade social studies teacher, Ms. Dokter. Though I am not a personal friend of hers, per say, she had a tremendous impact on my life. She made me laugh, told me that I could do whatever I put my mind to, and was an amazing educator. Seventh grade was tough for me at times. I was at a new school, and it seemed like everyone knew what they were doing except me.

When my son was 10 he had no teachers. By the time he was in High School my foundation had changed a lot. Also, in my years of teaching, I got an “Educator of The Year Award” for helping my school so much. After my fund had helped a lot I decided to do something else that would be helpful, I made my own teaching books. Some of the people who are dear to me still have copies of them.

I feel grateful for the guidance and friendship that my advisors at Park have given me. While there are many things I hope my next advisor learns about me, and there are two important things I would like my Dana Hall advisor to know about me. Over the years, I have grown passionates for many different hobbies. I have always had a passion for arts and craft and I started doing more in second grade After a long day at school, I began to attend crocheting lessons as something fun and relaxing. At first, I didn 't think I would enjoy it, but after I completed my first project, a headband, I felt very proud of myself that I made a headband designed by me that I could wear.

I 'm so glad that my children have decided to go to college, I 'm so proud of them. I 've always wanted to own a boutiqe shop. Now that my children are grown I have time to pick up where I left off. Applying to APUS is the first step of starting this new begining; this new journey and im excited. I have a wonderful family that supports me and gives me that courage I need to continue moving forward and I can 't forget the almighty God.

I am a leader, a whole hearted person that believes in the greater good, a selfless individual, an intellectual young adult, and a brave character, and it is on account of these qualities that I feel Montclair State University is the school for me. Being that I am an individual that has matured intellectually, emotionally, and now has the motivation needed to seek a positive trajectory and path in life, and I believe this school could only help further my growth as a person and strengthen my academic abilities. Writing has always been one of my strong suits and it is the best method I’ve learned as a way to express myself. Growing up, I had a rough childhood, and it was through reading and writing that I learned to better my perspective towards life. As a child, I grew a deep interest towards fiction books of all sorts, and the books that I was most intrigued by were the ones with a courageous and vigorous female main character.

To be known nationally for all its strengths. I want to remain proud of skills I 'll learn from all the people that come from different backgrounds. A large quantity of South Carolinians and people from other states as well find a sense of pleasure in being a Gamecock, but I feel more life fulfillment waking up with the feeling of becoming a Spartan in the fall. Another reason why I want to attend USC Upstate is on behalf of its size. Small-scale class sizes gives me the feeling that I 'm more than another body on campus.

I think that I should be chosen for Link Crew because I am always able to help out, give directions to lost freshmen, influence them in a positive manner, and be a kind upperclassman. I get good grades, I’m in all honors classes, I participate in a sport year round, inside and outside of school. I am involved in Calling all Colors here at Mona Shores High School, which is a group about tolerance and accepting other, and teaching others at our school how to make everyone feel equally welcome. I plan to keep in touch with my 9th graders by doing little things for them through the year, like dropping off little items to their classes; just like I was given as a freshman. I plan to say hello in the hallways and let them all know on August 31st, for freshman orientation that if they every have any questions, that I am easy to get ahold of.

Being an accountant and an assistant controller I earned a very good living and I was successful at my job but never felt passionate or enjoyed my job. At the same time my children were looking at colleges and contemplating their future careers. When they asked me what they should study I remember telling them to find a career you enjoy, something that makes you excited about going to work, be happy, and most of all try to make a difference. This started my investigation of other careers because I realized it was time to follow my own advice. The concept of being a FNP was first suggested in passing at one of my youngest son’s doctor appointments.

I found true happiness by accepting the raw honesty and truth that had become my life, and because of this I found that I loved to learn, I loved to help others in similar/more difficult situations than mine, and that I could do whatever I put my mind to. Everything in my adolecense had been "what ifs" but I knew that I could control my life at school and how I spent my free time. I tried my hardest to take as many Advanced Placement classes at my school because I wanted to take advantage of the fact that I was being given a free education- something that many children in thiis world are not offered. Although, at times I struggled, I absolutely loved my decision because it changed me. AP classes were a different type of dedication not only from students towrds the work, but also from the teachers to the students.

I will use these college credits to get accepted into the college of my dreams after high school to pursue a career I will love for the rest of my life, I am beyond motivated to be the first person in my family to graduate from college and get into the field of my dreams. I aspire to be the greatness my parents and I know I can

Knowing what you want to do for the rest of your life at the age of eighteen is a lot of pressure. Deciding to become an education major at California University of Pennsylvania was one of the best decisions I could have made. I am very excited to delve further into my major and become the best teacher I can be. I believe that, with the help of the honors program, I will be able to do this. I am excited to see how much the UHP will help me as I progress through my academic career at California University of

Mine have simply taught me to appreciate the value in education. Since early childhood, they’ve strongly urged me to prioritize school above all else and to learn from their mistakes, not wanting me to struggle as they did. My father has made me realize the importance in pursuing a higher education—it’s the best way to truly be successful and be able to give my family the life they deserve. From my mother I’ve learned the significance of pursuing a career that I will truly enjoy, since it is presumably what I will spend the rest of my life doing. Thanks to my parents, not only have I been university-bound since I was a toddler, but I’ve also genuinely enjoyed learning.

My love for children drove me to complete Early Childhood courses 1-4 and earn my Child Development Associate (CDA) in high school. My Early Childhood teacher says that I am very talented when working with young children. The way I see it, children are the world’s future leaders and I’m very honored to be the one guide them through their preschool years. With my CDA, I am able to get a job as a Preschool teacher anywhere in the U.S. Although Early Childhood has an immense significance in my life, I would not want to pursue a career in this field.

I also loved how the courses challenged me to think critically and exceed beyond my regular realm of thinking. The professors were very helpful and would stay after to tutor because they want you to succeed. I cannot express how much I needed to go to a larger, four year school, and how James Madison University was the perfect school for me to become more knowledgeable and invigorated. My freshman year was exhilarating,

Everyday I came home from school and worked on my math homework. My parents said they did not want me to fall behind and even talked to my teacher so I could stay after school with her. They were really involved in helping me that I did not feel ashamed. In the end it worked out because they spent excessive amounts of money on tutoring and helping me do homework that I finally got how to divide fractions. Even till this day I am not good at math but I am not ashamed to ask for help and have my parents sit down and do homework with me since my dad is good at math.