Personal Narrative: Joining The CTMS Science Team

Chemistry became the subject that I couldn’t wait to learn, and I often find myself getting excited over new discoveries in chemistry, such as the four new elements added to the periodic table that I texted multiple friends about. Since I want to be a teacher, I find the best way for me to combine teaching and chemistry is to help those in the school who need help learning the subject. My friend is a sophomore who currently takes level one chemistry, and for her, I serve as the person she can go to when she needs help with the subject, and I’m happy to help her whenever she needs

My team and I was starting to play the game and we were up to bat first. I was the sixth in line to bat so it felt like forever for me to bat and once you're up there and the ball is coming at you, you just want to run away from the ball. When I hit the ball I ran as fast as i could and i could feel the wind carry me to first base. Then it was our turn to field and once you're out there you can just feel the tasteless dirt in your mouth. When you make a good play it makes you feel all good inside.

I worked side by side with Kristina, the office supervisor, and we really accomplished a lot today. She was so behind on her work that she asked me to work with one of the providers one on one. I really think she was evaluating my work ethics. She said I had been an asset to her and later I was called into the office and was offered a job. Of course I was excited and accepted the position as a MA-II in the King and Pilot offices. After I pass the CMA exam I will then transition into the CMA position along with a raise. I cannot wait to get started and learn as much as I

“What do you mean you’re not going to take science next year,” Mr.Turek sounded stunned. “You have to take a science next year.” “Physics isn’t my thing.” I confessed, “and I’ve taken all the others.” “Well,” He spoke obviously, “You could take AP Chemistry.” He read the indecision on my face. AP Chemistry was rumored to be intolerable, only the best of the best could tread in that class. “You can do it” he added

2 weeks after our initial preferences were submitted, I was connected with a few members of the TMT group. Speaking with the analysts over the phone, I really enjoyed the conversations and began to believe TMT would be a great fit. Due to my late contact with the team, I did not receive an interview with TMT. After attending all of my meetings on placement day, I met Julia Druckman and Nash Abu-Zahra and discussed the possibility of me joining the TMT group. They suggested I talk to HR. After our talk, I went downstairs and spoke with a few members of HR. They suggested I rank the groups I interviewed with but add in this comment section where I would rank TMT.

When first joining the Physiology Club our faculty advisor, Dr. Wehrwein, and club coordinator, James Poteracki, were both teaching my physiology lab course. Over that semester I volunteered at several elementary science events with the Club and observed small adjustments that could improve student safety and learning. Both Dr. Wehrwein and James were open to discuss my ideas and observations, and soon we were all sharing ideas about advancing the overall direction of elementary science education in the Lansing area. In one aspect, they remained my teachers in the lab, but I became a team member with equal ideas while discussing the Physiology Club. Spring semester, discussion moved to action when I was the first student given the responsibility

I have always been interested in science. As a child, I would perform little experiments by freezing my dinosaurs in a water bottle filled with water. My family was always very supportive of me and my scientific pursuits. Because of this, my grandmother gave me a children’s science experiment book. I enjoyed making sugar crystals and a substance called oobleck that was similar to a solid and a liquid. When I was a little older, my parents even bought me a science experiment kit, and I was ecstatic. But, my enthusiasm did not end there. I was so enthusiastic about science that when I had to pick

For this project I think Merry and I worked extremely well together, and were very collaborative. We were both a part of every step of the process, from booking equipment, to filming to editing. We tried to be good at communicating with one another as things came up, as well stay in touch about our progress. Overall, I think we worked very well as a team, and I look forward to working with Merry in the future.

‘A life full of mistakes is better than none’ George Bernard Shaw had once said. Looking back, I found that it is the truth. Yet I want to prove that is wrong and that trying to join the Science Olympiad team was not a mistake. I love Science, it fascinates me and I yearn to improve in Science and make it my strength instead of my average subject. My ambition is to become a Neurologist

Science. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary describes it as a “knowledge about or study of the natural world based on facts learned through experiments and observation”. As I, an 11th year school student (3rd year high school student), have proceeded through my school years of learning and studying science, I have encountered many subject/topics I have genuinely enjoyed. I have also faced many topics, however, I did not enjoy. Along with teachers and people who have made my learning experience who less enjoyable. As a musician and athlete, I have many intriguing questions and interest that involve musical instruments, sports and other things that could possibly be answered this year in Physics class.

My first team project was not a very good experience. Out of the six total students assigned to the group, we only ended up with four. One of the team members only participated the minimal amount that was required and another one did none of the work, she just agreed to whatever was posted. The lack of participation made the project stressful and a lot of work. I believe that communication is one of my stronger strategies. Even though my first project turned out well, because of that experience I typically don’t like online projects. I prefer a team project that does require you to meet in person some of the time. I think when you must face the person it makes it harder for you to slack.

As a matter of fact, I have always love the topic of science, however, I didn’t watch the shows that taught science for young children because, my parents thought a talking dog and his friends solving mysteries was the best choice for me. I don’t regret that decision at all. Science in general for me has been easy due to me having a great memory, for instance, during tests, I am able to picture the book, which helps me get the right answer. The involvement with Advance Placement Chemistry has taught me many key life lessons. These include; study, study, and more study, you cannot study enough for any subject. The art of being prepared, procrastination will hurt you in

Ever since I was a younger girl, I have always dreamed of becoming successful and accomplishing my goals. All the way back in Elementary school, I would feel ecstatic for those days when my teacher would bring out all the science laboratory materials. Hearing my teacher exclaim to all the curious minded students, "today we are conducted a science experiment" would make me feel extremely content. I've always had a passion for science, I have big goals and aspirations towards becoming successful in that field. After what seemed to be an incredibly long day for me at age eight, I would plop myself down on the dinner table chair to eat a lovely meal that my mother cooked up. I

On March 1, 2016, my fellow peers and I took a school fieldtrip to the Carnegie Science Center. Fortunately, it was Sci Tech Days that day. Being this day, we were able to explore the different floors and visit the many exhibitor tables. Also, we divided into small groups for us to visit a workshop, but everyone combined again to see another workshop. For most of the day, I stayed in a small group of three other people who are my close friends

Landing a spot on the C-team of my school’s Science Olympiad team my freshman year resulted in a lot of jeers from my peers. Unlike others who were disappointed not to be on a better team, I was humbled by the opportunity the spot provided for me. Although I was the “new kid” in this community of motivated and intelligent individuals, I felt right at home. I understood my role was to learn skills from the experienced members which would prepare me for future success. I saw it as a valuable learning experience and was rewarded for my efforts with a 2nd place medal, the only medalling event on the C-team.