Alive And Kicking Research Paper
Lesson 3: Alive and Kicking
Class audio 65
Exercise E, page x
Three students at St. Mary’s are having trouble achieving their goals, and learning what is expected from them. Listen to their problems and jot down as much information as you can.
Sonia Valdez
St. Mary’s Boarder School can be very competitive, trying out for different activities to complete the course’s requirements, competing for leadership positions in clubs and comparing test scores is common. My problem is that I didn't get picked for the leadership position in the debate club. I desperately wanted it and I feel devastated. I try to not to think too much about it but I suddenly find myself asking questions like, "What's wrong with me? Why am I not good enough?" I beat myself up over the fact that Jenna Schultz got the position and I didn't.
I spend all the time studying; I don’t waste time mingling with others or socializing. I’m a focused person and set myself clear goals. I don’t have any friends here, because I don’t want to misuse this opportunity. Studying time is precious so …show more content…
I'm 17 years old, and I just recently finished my junior year of high school. I guess that means I'm a senior, but I'm a little afraid because that means I will finally have to come face-to-face with my biggest fear: college admissions. My parents thought that I needed to come to St. Mary’s to perfect my English skill and aim for a better college back home.
I often feel as though I should already have my life figured out. A lot of my peers already have plans for their post-high school careers, but I find myself shrugging my shoulders every time somebody asks me, "What are you doing after high school?" Not to mention the fact that I'm constantly bombarded with reminders from the adults in my life to choose a career path now, right now, specifically one that will make me lots of money and set me on a comfortable path for the rest of my life. Sadly, I feel I'm alone in my distress.
Amir
Class audio 65
Exercise E, page x
Three students at St. Mary’s are having trouble achieving their goals, and learning what is expected from them. Listen to their problems and jot down as much information as you can.
Sonia Valdez
St. Mary’s Boarder School can be very competitive, trying out for different activities to complete the course’s requirements, competing for leadership positions in clubs and comparing test scores is common. My problem is that I didn't get picked for the leadership position in the debate club. I desperately wanted it and I feel devastated. I try to not to think too much about it but I suddenly find myself asking questions like, "What's wrong with me? Why am I not good enough?" I beat myself up over the fact that Jenna Schultz got the position and I didn't.
I spend all the time studying; I don’t waste time mingling with others or socializing. I’m a focused person and set myself clear goals. I don’t have any friends here, because I don’t want to misuse this opportunity. Studying time is precious so …show more content…
I'm 17 years old, and I just recently finished my junior year of high school. I guess that means I'm a senior, but I'm a little afraid because that means I will finally have to come face-to-face with my biggest fear: college admissions. My parents thought that I needed to come to St. Mary’s to perfect my English skill and aim for a better college back home.
I often feel as though I should already have my life figured out. A lot of my peers already have plans for their post-high school careers, but I find myself shrugging my shoulders every time somebody asks me, "What are you doing after high school?" Not to mention the fact that I'm constantly bombarded with reminders from the adults in my life to choose a career path now, right now, specifically one that will make me lots of money and set me on a comfortable path for the rest of my life. Sadly, I feel I'm alone in my distress.
Amir