Manny Montes
Section Leader Essay
April 3, 2023
If I were a section leader
This band means a lot to me, it’s something that I put a lot of time and effort into because it’s something that I enjoy vastly. Aside from playing instruments, I love helping others inside and outside of class. If I were section leader, I’d be able to do more for this program. At the moment, I feel like I’m not doing enough to help or improve this program. That is one of the reasons why I want a higher position. I want to be able to reach more people and help them if they are ever in need of any assistance. Aside from helping, I want to do the best I can to improve this program as an individual. I am well aware of the responsibilities that come with the position
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I wish to spread positivity and be the best role model I can be for everyone.
I remember my freshman year of high school when Marigold Hunter was the drum major. Ever since I first met her, I wanted to be just like her. I wanted to be kind, smart, and helpful. I aspire to be the leader she is every day, which leads me here and why I want these positions. I want to be the incredible leader she is and I hope to achieve that. If you give me the chance, not only will you help me achieve my goal, but you’ll help our program grow. In order for this program to maintain success or improve, it starts with a good leader. An individual with patience, dedication, and willingness. I guarantee you, I am that individual. I possess all the traits necessary and even more to be a good leader. I am patient, friendly, and most importantly dedicated. One thing I will never do is give up, even if I don’t get it right off the bat. When I face challenges, I don’t accept defeat after the first try. Instead, I challenge myself until I get it right. I am also always willing to lend an extra hand to anyone who needs it. I have a lot to offer. Whenever I have a conversation with anyone, I am genuinely
Moreover, I have attempted to live my life in the same manner. At an early age, I learned the importance of academic excellence, integrity, leadership, and community service. My goals here at Alcorn include a BS in Elementary Education. I believe that this will help me give back to my community, improve my school district and become a better, well-rounded
Currently, I am holding a leadership position at the University YMCA as a co-leader of a program that is designed to empower youth to success. Through this leadership position, I’ve gained
I’ve been the type of person that likes to be involved in almost everything. I like to help people maybe sometimes way too much. I’ve been Ellos Club President, Club Ed president, Class President, Puma secretary, FOG Vice President and secretary. I’ve also been Senior squad Leader of Avenal Police Department Explorers. All this roles for me have made a difference in my life.
All of my life, I have dreamed of becoming a leader. Always wanting not only what’s best for me, but also for other people. In a position of leadership, I will find success, while providing a work atmosphere conducive to victory. I will have the opportunity to make a difference, and my voice will finally be heard.
Here I serve on a leadership team charged with not just the duties of being a role model for our Youth Group but also with assisting teachers, leading small groups, and making any new attendees feel welcome. The next of my many
I was determined to learn how to play video games, I showed them I can climb to the very top of the tree, and I developed a passion for sports. And now a few years later being apart of SkillsUsa has boost my confidence level. I also believe that becoming Regional President can give me that push to be a better me and I can inspire others to become better being themselves. Being commitment to SkillsUSA for the past 2 years has been one of the greatest experiences I've had during my high school years.
I want to be the next drum major, because I feel that I’m ready to take on the position and I feel that being the next drum major will help me work towards my future goals in life. I have grown as a leader and learned many different techniques that have helped me develop as a better leader. With the 2017-2018 season wrapping up, I feel that I wasn’t ready and didn’t fully commit to the standards of a drum major. Now, I feel that I’m ready to the take on the position to grow better musicianship and leadership skills. When I graduate, I want to be a drum major of a college marching band and go to school to become a band director.
I am thrilled to apply for the position of Section Leader for the HHS Marching Hawks because I am very passionate about our Colorguard and dedicated to helping my peers succeed. Over the 6 seasons that I have been inside a Colorguard, I have been able to work alongside some of the most passionate and hardworking section leaders and witnessed the impact a leader can have on the group dynamic and our entire season. I want to be a section leader this year because I want to be able to see the kind of impact I can make for a more positive and inclusive environment for each member. I believe that in a Colorguard, individual contribution is one of the most important things to a good routine. Every member of our band has something special and unique
I too am eager to give back to Flushing High School in different ways, big or small. What is your most important value that you see in being an effective leader? Explain how it affects your role as a leader.
Although I had to overcome many obstacles, the concept of determination was especially important throughout the journey. I have worked very hard to earn the opportunity to even be considered for National Honors Society. Another quality I can speak to is my positive attitude. There are many qualities that make up a good leader, and I hope that I can set an example for others. I provide creative ideas, I am very passionate about everything that I am involved in, I have a drive for success, and do not break under pressure, especially in a leadership role.
Being a great leader is not dependent on what you have accomplished yourself, it is shown by how you have impacted others' lives. I have come through a never-ending process of education, self-study, and social interactions to become a true leader figure. Being academically successful has been a big priority of mine. I have proved my academic dedication through my 4.0 GPA which is the first step to complete to grow as a bigger leader in the National Honors Society. My whole life, I have challenged myself by taking more advanced classes such as AP courses because I thought being intelligent is one of the keys to helping me become a bigger leader.
I’m a student who has a strong desire to increase my leadership skills with the help of the Leadership Education and Progress program. I would like to create solid communication abilities with my peers and a strive of confidence for my ideas. The LEAP program would give me an opportunity that is not given to all students and would thus make me a mentor to other freshman students to give them guidance and mentorship learned in the program. In addition, I would be open to many peers that will strengthen my ability to be open minded since I will be around individuals who all have different perspectives on different ideas. With the UT Staff and upperclassmen involved with the program, I will create connections and a network that will be beneficial
I hope to bring my leadership as way to convey a strong presence in the classroom while also being able to take a step back and allow others to have a leadership role. I happen to be a very driven individual and since this is a very rigorous program I want to use that attribute when dealing with different challenges that might occur and overcome them. I wish to form substantial relationships with all the people I should encounter, especially my professors, classmates, and other peers. I understand that in order for me to properly engage myself with the program I have to be willing to open myself to uncomfortable but safe situations, and hope to use knowledge I have previously gained along with newly attained knowledge to my advantage. Upon
One of the most important characteristics of a good leader is that they must be actually prepared to lead under any circumstance. This sounds like something that should go without saying, but it is surprising just how many people who are in a leadership role are not prepared to take an active role in leading their team. A good leader does not sit back and observe what is going
To be a successful leader I also agree that one needs to have certain characteristic and skills. A leader needs to be able to simple lead, as you have stated. They need to direct and guide people to fulfill shared goals. Communication is also another huge skill. A leader needs to be able to clearly communicate, build relationships, motivate others, inspire others, and be a role model to create a positive work environment and culture that will accept change and innovation in the company.