Lack Of Wellness In LAUSD School

Being one of the only Mexican families in my neighborhood with my father definitely standing out, we received a lot of egregious comments and hateful eyes. Day after day we made sure to strive through this no matter what, and I had an epiphany which eventually led to a want to change the political stance in the world, and the idea that racism doesn't exist. Instead of hate, I decided to try to change the ideas of those around me, and realize that through their harsh words were teachings I could use to further improve my knowledge of the human brain and society as a whole. As years went by, more and more minorities began to inhabit my neighborhood, and as I began to befriend them, I heard their stories, the injustices done unto them, and the importance of motivation and perseverance.  Just like my father, their success stories were lined with failure, racism, and eventually the ability to overcome the problems that faced them. With this, I understood failure as a gift to the human race, and I became a scholar in historic teachings. I became the president of World Quest, leading my team in Junior year to a top 10 finish and Senior year to another top 10 finish, being both the captain and

As a diverse student, in a very low income community I have always been known to standing up for others, as well as for myself. Having this natural drive i found myself taking a huge role in our high school Beta Club. As a natural leader, I was challenged with the opportunity to represent our high school’s Beta Club Chapter while running for North Carolina Beta Secretary. Although I felt experienced as a leader, I was really nervous to get up in front of all of North Carolina and give a speech at the Beta Club convention. Although I was nervous, I opened my mouth, and the words just began to come out. My fears went away, and I addressed everyone on topics of educational improvements and opportunities for all students to succeed. I used this

You are an American teenager who has joined forces with other teenagers who have been dissatisfied with “the powers that be”. You and your colleagues do not feel “the powers that be” are representing you and your interests. As a result, you have decided to rebel against the tyrannical “adultarchy” and declare your independence. The goal of this declaration is to ensure that the interests and rights of teenagers are recognized and protected.

In order to have a government that doesn’t fear innovation, the youth’s unlimited opinions would be an appreciable resource. For youth to understand the power and abilities they have, something needs to be done about the education system. As mentioned in the “Education” video, John Stossel said, “It’s the people my age, who are in charge, are holding you people back” in regards to youth not reaching their full potential. How are youth supposed to understand their worth is more than a grade when the same old education system is telling them different? How can youth, who are the future of the country, change the government when no one tells them that they are capable to create innovational breakthroughs? Government oversight is hurting the people that it is trying to help the most because they do not know what to do to help

As a kid I had always lived in well diversified areas. I didn't care who you were or what you looked like, I was raised to treat everyone the same. I wasn't personally exposed to the idea of inequality until I was in middle school. I had always imagined that everyone just had jobs and lived their daily lives. I didn't quite grasp the extent of the idea that people can die, be homeless, be criminals, or racists. I also didn't grasp how great the people of our society can be. That was until my parents told me about the first times they had in America coming from Mexico. I don't remember what I said or did to provoke these stories, but they were surely eye opening.

From the early stages of the project there was a commitment to ensure that young people were provided with an opportunity to have their voices heard. Several approaches were implemented in ensuring that this was made possible. These approaches included a campaign promoting the development of the youth plan, partaking in the results of the youth plan consultations, and promoting the development of the youth plan and the range of ways young people could participate. (Wyndham City Council,

Two years ago after Eric Garner was killed and Darren Wilson was acquitted the sounds of protest filled New York City. Union Square, the unofficial protest capital, was boisterous with the outcries of angry people feeling the pains of injustice. I was moved by the compassion of the masses and looked quickly to my school, Xavier High School. The beautiful Jesuit school on 16th Street was just a block from the protests and in my mind apt to participate in the work of justice that was to ensue. I was a sophomore, so I was about two years into the AMDG’s and the seemingly incessant reminders of a “faith in action” and being “men for others”. But in the face of slaughter, Xavier was silent and she became indifferent to racism and in doing so she

What particularly resonated with me about Leslie Williams’ speech was the discussion about uncomfortable conversations about privilege and recognizing our own biases. By describing her personal experiences, Leslie Williams emphasized that students of color, LGBTQIA+ students, disabled students, and others often feel uncomfortable and isolated because of their identities. Although many students feel uncomfortable speaking about these topics, admitting that we are privileged, and recognizing that we grow up with different biases, other students feel this discomfort every day and aren’t able to escape it after Day of Dialogue ends. Although I often feel uncomfortable admitting my own privilege, I think it is important to acknowledge that some of us have the privilege to avoid these awkward conversations when they make us uncomfortable while other students have to live with this discomfort every day. Avoiding these conversations not only limits our capacity for change, but also our own understanding of how our identities are shaped by society. Though uncomfortable, these are necessary conversations that push us to reflect on our own experiences, admit our own biases, and have effective conversations in order to create more equality on campus.

Henceforward, the police officers said they wanted the students to feel comfortable talking about fear with the police. The officers introduced themselves to the students, and the students actually had a chance to listen to the different job titles and duties that the police officers hold. Then, they asked the students questions and the officers actually listened to the concerns and addressed the many questions. I remember, in the beginning, I did not want to stay and listen, but my mother insisted. After I left the forum, I was excited to talk to my friends and the school staff about the

Our government, taxes, healthcare, security systems, international affairs regulations, and almost every other important system in our society are constantly renovated. Yet the concepts behind our general education structure and focus are rarely questioned seriously, or questioned while keeping science and ethics in mind. As a society, we cannot expect the same, or even more, work from adolescents as we do adults while treating them like they have no sensible autonomy or agency in their lives. Conditioned in this style of schooling, minors do not have the capability to effectively speak up for themselves when they have been taught to follow authority their whole lives. But as time goes on, the high expectations and pressures of students will

The book, Privilege, Power, and Difference brought awareness to where I stand as a Latina female in the United States. Growing up, I did not like to focus on the differences I experienced or saw others experience. These differences made me feel angry, scared, nervous, confused, and hopeless. Instead of focusing on the unfairness I was a part of I decided to look at it as a challenge, I would prove to myself that I could do whatever I set my mind to. I took every opportunity handed to me and tried to make the best of it, to make myself proud and my family proud. At least that is what I thought at the time, but now that I have had time to reflect on my desire to succeed I know that part of that desire comes from proving to the dominant culture that minorities can succeed.

For my I search I needed to find a person to interview about LGBT discrimination. I searched around on the internet for someone who I thought would give an interesting tone to my interview. After an hour or so of searching for someone I could interview I realized i had come up empty handed and had only 3 days to find an interview as I always needed two in order to write a decent paper. It was Saturday and I was laying in my bed still trying to figure out who to interview when it hit me. I knew my mother was friends with many people who identified as gay, lesbian etc. This was definitely what I needed as this epiphany found me my interview and what I wanted to do with my interview.

Although the conversation about the Los Angeles Riots were intense over twenty years ago, the topic still burns with relevancy today. My uncle, Antonio Franco Carbajal III, Born in East Los Angeles at County General Hospital on June 14, 1963 was raised mostly on Heidleman Rd in the neighborhood adjacent to Cal State LA. That is where his grandmothers lived and where he purchased his first home with his young wife and young daughter. He says “ I love my city, I am LA, it’s the best city.” He say’s he remembers the day of the riots, he went to his backyard and saw about ten fires blazing in the south central area of LA. He could see helicopters and hear sirens all night long. He says there was a sense of tension that was “So thick you could cut it with a knife.” He says he was always looking over his shoulder and in his rear view mirror while he drove his wife to work, which was located in an area very close to where the riots were happening. For safety precautions he decided a revolver was his gun of choice to carry, as he now changed his morning routine to escort his wife to work, this went on for a few weeks even after the riots due to the uncertainty of the situation.

After receiving our brief on Student Wellbeing on campus we had group meetings with the six of us to come up with concept, slogan, and ideas for events including our presence on campus. In order to carry out the brief correctly we set up a meeting with Declan Aherne who was our staff advisor. The first meeting with Declan was extremely beneficial as we received positive feedback on our initial ideas. However, as Declan was the head of the Counselling Service the first meeting focused mainly on this service. Declan advised us to go meet the other three staff members representatives for these services. Declan introduced us directly to Clare Kearns who is the nurse available in the Student Health Centre. This meeting was very beneficial to the campaign planning as she informed us that she wanted us to post general health tips on our social media so that students would gain their own personal knowledge on how to treat common health issues. We would also distribute

Most of the problems facing today’s youth are not restricted to any one ethnic or religious group, but affect young people generally. Most discussions on youth have focussed on issues such as drug abuse, crime, violence, sexuality and poverty. In addition to these, today’s youth are afflicted by new challenges.