Class Evaluation:

1. The things I liked about this class was that we got time to do activities around the classroom. I also liked the fact that we do the typing tutor  for a few minutes once we enter the classroom. This helps us warm up for the student success statements and it helps memorize the keys at the same time. This may also help us reach our goal of 40 words per minute with a 100% success rate.

2. The things I didn't like about this class is that we do the same thing every other day. We stick to a routine and that's kind of boring. First, we do typing tutor, then we do our student success statement, next we either do our life planning journals or we work on the sheets on google docs. I like doing all these things but sometimes it might get a little boring because we do it every other day. 

3. Some of my recommendations are to change up our agenda sometimes and maybe try something new other than just doing the same things every other day. Other than that I like everything else we do in this class because we get to type and improve our typing skills. Another recommendation might be to do typing tutor for a little longer because we don't really get a lot of time to do it. 

4. My highlight for this class is that I improved my typing so much. Before I wouldn't really type with both hands. I would just type with my pointer fingers but now I type so much faster because I use all eight fingers. I've got the practice I needed from this class so know I somewhat know how to type properly. 

5. I really tried my best in this class especially with the student success statements because i'm really good at explaining things because I feel like I repeat the same things over again. I also tried my best in the typing tutor because I want to be able to type fast. Overall I do try hard in this class and all my other classes. 

6. Sometimes I do read them and write them. I never really have time, the only time I do it is on the weekends. I always forget to report because I can't remember very well what I have to do. Since we are going on winter break I am going to start reading and writing them constantly so I can set my goals high up. I will also start reporting every day as well. 

7. I am committed to being a CTR person because I want to have a future unlike those people who are wasting their time doing stuff that's not right. I want to show others that I can make it far. So I am committed to being a CTR person because I want to reach my goals I write down. 

   

“When you tell one lie, it leads to another.” - Paul Hatch

When telling a lie to someone whether it's a small one or a big one it can lead to many other lies. People are lied to at least 3 times everyday. It’s not an okay thing. If you tell a lie the person is going to end up finding out truth, so why lie? Being honest doesn’t cause any trouble to anyone. Telling a lie can. For example, would you lie to your best friend telling her/him something that’s not even true? It would cause so many problems and you would lose his or her trust. Telling the truth may hurt sometimes but not as much as telling a lie. Telling a lie may scar someone for life, depending how bad the lie was. Telling the truth has a way better outcome than telling a lie it may also make that person feel better.  

                                                            The Sting of the Scorpion                 

A little boy was told by his mother to always wear his shoes once he steps into the sand / desert. He walked out onto the sand with flip flops. He believed flip flops were a kind of shoe. Little did he know scorpions can still manage to attack.  He had got stung by a scorpion, he was rushed to the hospital. He should've done what he was told because if he would've obeyed the rules this never would've happened. He decided to choose the wrong and wear flip flops, he received consequences that weren't too pleasing. Patrick has learned his lesson now. If you do wrong bad things will come your way. If you do good many opportunities will be given to you along the way. Take advantage and do good.                            

“Always do right.” - Mark Twain

Mark Twain states to always do the right thing. Doing the right thing can set a good name for yourself. People will know you for being a nice, responsible person. Doing the right thing can impact others and the community. For example, if you hang out with people that are no good and they make you do something that you know isn’t right, stand up for yourself and walk away. You did the right thing in leaving because now you wouldn’t be getting in trouble. You can also be doing the right thing if there is someone in need of help, be respectful and help them out. It can have a grand impact on them knowing that there are people out there who are doing the right thing. Not only helping out people but helping out your environment. If there is trash on the floor pick it up and make your community clean. Always do right.

World War II

                             September 1, 1939 - September 2, 1945.

The Axis Powers:                                          

• Germany                                            

• Italy
• Japan

The Allies:

• Britain
• France
• Australia
• Canada
• New Zealand
• India
• The Soviet Union
• China
• United States

World War II took place all over the world. Although most of it took place in Europe, East Asia, and Islands in the Pacific Ocean. Many events occurred during World War II. For instance, on December 7, 1941 japan bombed Pearl Harbor. They attacked twice. They once did it to take out ships and airfield. The second time they bombed everything else that was left. On May 8, 1945 Germany surrendered in a French schoolhouse. Americans celebrated victory in Europe day. These events took place in between September 1, 1939 - September 2, 1945. There are many World War II veterans. Some ways we should show respect is by placing a flag out in your garden, attending events that take place around your community, being respectful to veterans, and many more activities to get involved with others.

The 3 Questions:

1. Can people trust me to do what’s right?
2. Am I committed to doing my very best?
3. Do I treat people the way I want to be treated?

“If the answer to these questions are YES, there is no way you can fail.” - Lou Holtz

These 3 questions are Lou Holtz’s 3 rules. There is no way you can fail when answering yes to all of these questions. Rule number one is people have to trust you. Do what’s right and you will gain trust from others. If you do the wrong others wouldn’t be able to trust you. Rule number 2, try your very best. Don’t be a person who would slack off and be lazy. You have to work hard to succeed, to get what you want. You have to be committed to do your best. Last but not least, treat people the way you want to be treated. If you’re rude to someone that person isn’t going to treat you with respect. Treat them with respect and you will receive a great attitude. Being successful means being a CTR person. Be respectful to others.

                          Challenges Teens Face Today

1. Many teen today deal with different challenges some of them might be eating disorders, stress, bullying, peer pressure and competition. They may become frustrated and lead to other problems they might not want to face.
2. The only challenge I deal with at the moment is stress. Things I do get rid of it is play sports. I can also manage my time to make sure I get all my stuff done and not have to worry about anything later and that kind of helps me feel better.
3. Being a CTR person helps me overcome any challenge because helping out others or just doing something for your environment can help you feel better about yourself in just knowing you did good for others and your community.
4. We can help other teens overcome their challenges by acknowledging them that everything is going to be ok. We can also recommend them to do some exercises to help calm them down, or even write down what they feel to get off what’s on their mind.

5. The greatest need that teens have are friends that can they can talk to and others they can rely on. They need attention to let others know how they feel and what they are thinking.