Journal 1 - Starting my final year...
I feel good for the senior year. As I looked at my schedule, I noticed I have lots of classes that I am really looking forward too, especially because I have my friends. However, I’m also nervous for the year because it is my last and I know I have a lot to accomplish. This is my last year and I didn’t think it would come this fast. Senior year is going to be very excited because I will enjoy all Football, basketball, and baseball games with my friends. I hope to finally pass Bio and Auto 2 to be on back on pace. Auto is my favorite class, so I hope that I can get the hang of it fast and truly learn from it for future reference. I’m glad I have a T.A. class with Mr. Boydstun so I can catch up on my work. However, I’m still nervous for economies because I heard from the past senior that it is a hard class to pass and that I should not fall behind. It is very hard for me to catch up, but I feel like I could pass it if I focus. I also have Game Design and AG classes as my electives. I started with the game design class which is a new class this school. I thought it was an interesting class to take since I loved games, especially as a kid. Maybe I could create my own video game for PS4 or even an app for an iPhone or Galaxy if I become very interested in it. However, I’m more into racing games and sports games now, so maybe that’s what I can create. I know it will be the difference. Next is AG. I’ve never had AG before so I’m also excited for this. I know how to plant flowers and seeds, but maybe this class can help me gain more knowledge in farming or taking care of animals. I am really looking forward to the class but for now, I will keep it to see how it goes. I have a goal for each class. I also have goals for the whole year. First, my goals for each class are simple. For English, is just to finish it and not fall behind. I know English isn’t my best subject, but my goal is to finish it and pass with a 3. My next class is auto with Mr. Boydstun. Auto is clearly my favorite class so I’m shooting for a 4. I have background knowledge on cars so I plan to learn more than what is taught in the class. Economics is my third period and I don’t know how I feel about this class. It seems hard, but Mr. Tragear is teaching it, so I know the class won’t be easy. As long as I pass this class I would be set for the first semester. Bio is my fourth period and I’ve been on this subject for the last two years. My goal is to finish the first semester, no exceptions. Game design is new to me so my goal is to go along with the teacher’s pace so I can get the right instructions. AG is my sixth period and this is also a new subject to me. Same thing goes for game design; I am going to stay along with the teacher’s pace. My final class is T.A. for Mr. Boydstun. My goal is to help him in anything he needs and try to even help him teach if he gets kind of busy.
Journal 2 -
This year I've been keeping up with all my classes. I don't want to fall behind and have to worry about trying to catch up at the end. My classes are mostly easy. The class that is the most difficult is economics. However, I am determined to pass this class even if I have to stay after school. My easiest classes are TA and auto. I am currently in auto 2. My pathway is auto and to me, I love working with my hands and it comes naturally to me. My senior project is coming along very well. I've been kind of struggling to try to keep up with the requirements. This project will be done on time, though. All I got to do is upload some pictures from this senior year and I got to upload the journals as well.This a very tricky project. The Project is very important for my senior year so, I need to finish it and complete it. My job shadow went very well. I job shadowed the owner of Lindsay Tire Shop, Alex Mejia. Even though he owns the shop, he works like an employee.I got to job shadow him as an employee and owner which was pretty cool. I got the knowledge I need to run a business if I ever need.I also learned how to be a good responsible employee. Alex taught me to always think positive even when times are negative. He also taught me why car parts need to be checked after so long that they were used.He also showed me how to replace. The plans I've made towards the future is getting a job and supporting myself. Getting a job will help me be responsible on managing my money. No, I haven't submitted any application for colleges yet because I don't really want to go to school and high school. I rather get the job experience I can get and get a job. What I'm excited about is not having to get up early for school anymore. Also to have to study for a test. Another thing I've been excited for is to finally be out on my own. It's kinda of scary but I have to face it sooner or later. What I am most excited for is to walk out on that stage and finally get my high school diploma and see prove that my hard work has paid off.
Journal 3- Reality coming soon ...
Up to this point, I’ve had a good year. My senior year is going as I planned it would be. I’m on pace with 6 of my classes and the only class I've been struggling with Econ, however, I’ve been studying and I know I can pass but it is just hard to keep up with the work. I’ve been on pace for the rest of my classes. Auto is still my favorite class and probably T.A. too. The rest are okay, but I know I need to pass them to graduate. I’ve enjoyed many activities such as going to the football games and basketball games. Bell-Week and Homecoming week were extremely fun. I like the dress up days, mostly because I had all the required clothes. When we have rallies, the students get very excited and it became like a party for everyone; it's the best feeling; enjoyment. However, I feel the speakers can do a little better on the mic, but it's overall, they do fairly well. What I’m looking forward to the most is graduation but first my senior exit interview. I know I shouldn’t be nervous because it’s about me, but I’m not very good at speaking in front of others.
I’m also anxious about finals. I've never taken finals before and know it is something new for us, senior. My Econ final is the one I must really study for since I had a hard time learning and staying on pace. It’s stressful but I believe I can pass.
During Winter Break, I finished so many schools works for example; I worked on bio, auto, econ, game design and AG to do. I also cleaned up around my house mowed the lawn and hung out with some friends. I worked a lot over the break so I could spend money to spend on myself. I also fixed my truck and finally got it running. For Christmas, I got my parents’ presents. My girlfriend got me some things which made me very happy. I went to Stockton on Christmas Eve where I met new people and it was a lot of fun. When I got home I finally got to open presents and for my surprise, I got what I wanted. New years I didn’t do anything. We just stayed up till the clock hit 12 am and I went to bed. I had to work the next day so that sucked because I was tired. However, I got paid a lot of money so I was fine with it afterward.
What I'm nervous about 2017 is just graduating and my 18 birthday. When I turn 18 I feel like I will have more freedom and will be able to do more. Also, I can to get a new job and get better hours. The job I have now is fairly nice but the hours are always different. Sometimes I get a lot at once and other times I get two or 3. I only get great hours during the holiday. Until the moment I graduate, will be the moment I become independent. Also, applying for colleges is going to be a scary step. I think I'm going to attend Fresno City College for the Auto Program but I ‘m not quite sure. I might just want to work in an Auto shop right after high school to get some experience. This year should be a good year for me, and I think it will go my way if I make the best of it. The reality is just hitting me that we are graduating this year and that we are almost adults to enter the real world.
I’m also anxious about finals. I've never taken finals before and know it is something new for us, senior. My Econ final is the one I must really study for since I had a hard time learning and staying on pace. It’s stressful but I believe I can pass.
During Winter Break, I finished so many schools works for example; I worked on bio, auto, econ, game design and AG to do. I also cleaned up around my house mowed the lawn and hung out with some friends. I worked a lot over the break so I could spend money to spend on myself. I also fixed my truck and finally got it running. For Christmas, I got my parents’ presents. My girlfriend got me some things which made me very happy. I went to Stockton on Christmas Eve where I met new people and it was a lot of fun. When I got home I finally got to open presents and for my surprise, I got what I wanted. New years I didn’t do anything. We just stayed up till the clock hit 12 am and I went to bed. I had to work the next day so that sucked because I was tired. However, I got paid a lot of money so I was fine with it afterward.
What I'm nervous about 2017 is just graduating and my 18 birthday. When I turn 18 I feel like I will have more freedom and will be able to do more. Also, I can to get a new job and get better hours. The job I have now is fairly nice but the hours are always different. Sometimes I get a lot at once and other times I get two or 3. I only get great hours during the holiday. Until the moment I graduate, will be the moment I become independent. Also, applying for colleges is going to be a scary step. I think I'm going to attend Fresno City College for the Auto Program but I ‘m not quite sure. I might just want to work in an Auto shop right after high school to get some experience. This year should be a good year for me, and I think it will go my way if I make the best of it. The reality is just hitting me that we are graduating this year and that we are almost adults to enter the real world.
Journal 4- time flies....
I'm personally nervous for graduation. I've been going to school for 12 years and it is crazy to think I am about to finish, well at least for now. For me, finding myself almost done with school is kind of scary. I feel like I haven't learned everything yet. I've been living with both my parents and graduating will be difficult. I won’t have my parents telling me what to do because I am basically a free man. However, this feeling I feel is normal among seniors. I expected myself to be prepared for this moment but it’s harder than I thought. How would I prepare for it? I've been preparing by getting all the knowledge and help that I can get. My goal at the graduation quit simple. Getting a job or go to school is something I’m still debating. I've been talking a lot with my family about getting a job at the high school but they insist I should go to college and learn something different. I've been applying for jobs but I still think about my education. If I get a job I know I will gain the experience or knowledge to be a successful person. However, I know I need to finish all my classes. My community service hours are done and my job shadow is done as well. So far it's just my classes that need to finish them. I can't say I love all my classes because it can get hard to stay on pace but I try to keep them fairly moderate. I'm close to passing my bio class, which I’m very glad about. My TA and auto class are fairly easy now that I know what I’m doing. I got this new class call game design and I thought to myself, maybe I can get job-making games since I love them so much. That is another option for me after school. What I am most looking forward to is going to Grad Night, prom and graduation. Yes, I'm nervous for graduating but I'm still excited for the rest of my senior year. All the fun I'm having with my fellow students is an awesome way to finish my senior year. School rallies are the favorite moments with my friends. Also, I like the way my friends and I always hang out after school. However, I also stay after school to get my work done and catch up. I don’t want to fall farther behind so if I ever get behind, I try my best to get back on track. What I am most grateful for is my friends and the teachers that motivate us to get out work done. I am also happy for my friend that is going to graduate with me. If it wasn't for teachers pushing me on my private encouraging me to do better, I don't know if I will be passing high school right now. Looking back at my senior year is sad but the happy “sad” I know I will probably not see most of my fellow classmates after the high school but I am thankful for the moments we shared and it will forever be in my hearts.