You Can Succeed in School if You will Part 2

You Can succeed in school if you will Part 2

 

 “Though I graduated from an associate degree program, I felt that my instructors provided me with the same theory and knowledge as those students completing their bachelor’s degree program in clinical laboratory science,” Mishak added.

“When I started my clinical rotations at wake forest University Baptist Medical Center, I felt that my formal education at DCCC prepared me to succeed at every challenge that I faced. Since I was the among the first MLT students to rotate through WFUBMC, I think this strong foundation in laboratory science enabled me to dispel many of the preconceived ideas about MLTs regarding their education and what they are able to do.” After a year working as a medical laboratory technician at Children Healthcare of Atlanta, he was promoted to a Hematology, Analytical Specialist position. This involves oversight of the hematology, coagulation, and flow cytometry sections of the laboratory.

 

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You can Succeed in School if You Will Part1

You can succeed in school if you will

Part 1

Chris Mishak , who earned a degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from DCCC in 1998, is the second MLT graduate from DCCC to be accepted into physician assistant’s school.

In August 2011, MIshak will begin studying at Emory University in Atlanta become 69 a physician’s assistant.

He says DCCC prepared him well to transfer to Winston-Salem State University, where he earned his undergraduate degree in clinical laboratory science in 2004. Since then, he has worked in the lab at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.

“I learned pretty much everything that I needed to know about laboratory science at DCCC. Many of the clinical applications that I learned there I still use today either in my medical volunteering in phlebotomy or in the duties of my current job, which includes training new technologists on cell identification,” said Mishak.

It is pretty easy to be successful in school. If students work hard and honorably, it’s not difficult at all. All students need to do is study, put in the time; it’s as since as that. If students aren’t willing to study now, it will be difficult to develop this habit later on. Therefore, I suggest that students work hard in their studies and at being good people, doing nothing to get them in trouble during high school. By doing so, they will enjoy success during high school and throughout their lifetime.

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Student Success Story Part 6

Student Success Story

Part 6

Andrea Packer anticipates graduating with a B A. in Education from Catawba in December 2011 and then enrolling in the Master of arts in Teaching program from Salem College, also offered on the Davidson Campus. Packer spends her days on the Davidson Campus working 29 hours a week as a teaching assistant for instructors in the DCCC Early Childhood Education program.

“not only did receiving this scholarship make me study harder and be the best I could be, but also allowed me to graduate in May 2010 with my associate degree totally paid for,” she said. “I couldn’t believe I had my first degree, and I was debt free. What a wonderful feeling!”

If students work hard during high school, complete all assignments on time, and demonstrate a bright, positive attitude toward school, learning, and other people, then they can be highly successful as a high school’s student and qualify for academic scholarships also. All they need to do is put in the time, study time. All the hard work and effort during high school will definitely pay off. They will be rewarded for their hard work. But if they just mess around during their high school years and neglect their studies, use drugs, and mistreat others, then they can expect to fall short of what could have been their rewards of scholarships and other opportunities, and they will suffer in the short and long term. Invest in yourself. Give yourself opportunities of a lifetime by succeeding in high school on a super high note. Then you can:

Write your own Student Success Story.

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Student Success Story Part 5

Student Success Story

Part 5

Andrea Packer – Without the prestigious DCCC Presidential Scholarship she won in 2008, Andrea Packer, a 2010 DCCC honor graduate, says she doubts she would already be pursuing her baccalaureate degree from Catawba College. “I cannot say thank you enough to whoever paid for my education, and I am going to continue to do my best to make them happy that they invested in me,” she said. Since August 2010, Packer, 20, has been working toward her bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Catawba College, and she doesn’t have to leave DCCC’s Davidson Campus to do so. She said she likes the convenience of leaving her teaching assistant’s job in one DCCC building and walking only steps to her evening Catawba classes where she is taking history, statistics and education courses.

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Student Success Statement/ Reflection

Student Success Statement

“The most valuable asset you will ever have is your mind and what you put into it.”

                                                                                 -Anon

Reflection

The most valuable and most amazing possession one can have is your mind. Knowledge is the most valuable thing in this world. It’s the best thing one can have. The best part is that no one can take knowledge away from you.

     http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mind

http://www.nwlink.com/~donclark/knowledge/knowledge.html

Student Success Stories Part 3

Student Success Stories

Part 3

Shane Noah is a full-time college student, scholarship recipient, volunteer tutor, Dean’s List student every semester, husband and father. All these titles accurately describe Sane Noah, a high-achieving May 2011 DCCC graduation candidate majoring in Networking Technology.

Noah, who is from High Point, plans to continue his higher education at east Carolina University upon graduation from DCCC. His career goal is to become a corporate network administrator. He won the North Carolina Computer Instructor’s Association Scholarship after he was nominated by Ann Porter, his DCCC instructor.

Seek for higher learning. Work hard. Be a scholar. Do the right things and enjoy success.

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Summary

Nineteen year old Kimani started in community college, consisting of a 3.7 GPA. Not only did he have great grades but also a great basketball player on the court. Kimani was recognize fro his great performance and was given a full scholarship for Winston-Salem State University.

Reflection

Kimani is a perfect example of greatness. The dedication of time that both academics and sports require is great and may be overwhelming, but Kimani is able to manage these two well, and for that I admire him. Just like him, I play basketball for my schools team. I find it difficult, and often find myself very stressed out. Knowing that there is someone out there had be that great definitely motivates me into being my best in both academics and on the court.

 

 

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Student Sucess Stories Part 2

Student Success Stories

Part 2

 

Kimani Hunt, 19, a dean’s list student at Davidson County Community College, is a standout 6’5” player on the DCCC Storm basketball team who serves as a role model for other students both on and off the court. With a 3.7 grade point average for the fall 2010 semester and a cumulative basketball point total of 765 as of Feb. 18^th, Hunt’s academic excellence and athletic abilities attract attention. Recently, he caught the attention of recruiters from the University of Northwestern Ohio who offered him a full scholarship there to play basketball. Named to the 1^st team All Freshmen in 2009-2010, Hunt served on the 2009-2010 Region X and District H Championship teams, and he played with the Storm in last year’s 2010 NJCAA National Championship tournament. “Kimani Hunt had been a leader for us the last few years both on and off the court,” said DCCC Storm Head Coach Matt Ridge. “His high standard of excellence has helped us win many games, but it’s also helped him achieve a lot of success in the classroom, and we are certainly proud of him.” Ken Kirk, DCCC’S director of athletics and wellness, agrees. “Kilmani is a kind and considerate student athlete. He helps tutor other players who look up to him as an academic leader, he communicates well with other students as well as the Storm fans, and he represents DCC so well wherever he goes.” Hunt graduated from Riverside High School in Durham before enrolling at DCCC. He hopes to pursue a career in sports management.

 

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Summary/Reflection

Summary

Joanna was only a 5^th grader, and passed away after a school fight. This young girl lost her life after having surgery in the brain, because she had a blood clot. The cause of the fight was over a boy. The fight was planned after school at a near alley from Willard Elementary School in Long Beach.

 

Reflection

I believe this is such a bad scenario, from the beginning to the end. This young girl lost her life for such a ridiculous cause. Fighting over a boy and only being in elementary school. This honestly does not make sense to me. Just thinking about them fighting in the alley seems so wrong, and knowing that one of them lost they’re life is so terrible. I believe this could easily been prevented, and things like this should not be happening.

Student Success Stories Part 1

Student Success Stories

Part 1

 

Katie Watkins a standout storm volleyball player for two years now spends her free time studying to be a nurse at DCCC where she says she applies some of the concepts she learned on the court.

“Just like volleyball, nursing can be tough,” said Watkins, a 21-year-old who works in teams with her classmates in problem-based nursing exercises. “I learned that everyone has different strengths and brings something different to the table I also learned that we have to respect each other.”

Watkins is a May 2012 candidate to receive her Associate Degree in Nursing. She hopes to pursue her B.S.N. at Winston-Salem State University and eventually get her master’s degree in nursing.

Setting educational goals and working hard to achieve them brings a great feeling of accomplishment. It builds self-esteem, and increases self-confidence. Education opens up many doors of opportunity that normally would not open up for people.

 

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Summary/Reflection Shooting in Phoenix, Arizona

Summary

There was a shooting in Arizona. Fourteen people turned out to be injured in a nightclub. There was hundreds in this club. The police were only able to catch an arrest one of the suspects. The other two suspects were able to get away.

Reflection

I believe this situation has WRONG written all over it. A night club is a very dangerous place to be. Nothing but bad things done there and is bad consequences waiting to happen. I find it sad how over a dozen were victims of this shooting. I am surprised how this horrible shootout didn’t result with any loss. I am glad that most of the injuries were relatively minor.

How to Always Succeed in School Part 7

How to Always Succeed in School
 Part 7

·        Students know they should learn to decide on time, but they don’t do it. They always say, “Well, I knew it. I understand the key, but I did not act in time.” Though they may think correctly, and accurately understand the situation properly they suddenly lose confidence. This is a world of competition; someone else is always trying to attain the same thing we are. So if we do not decide on time, someone else will attain what we want. Time is valuable in the external world. A tender bamboo can easily bend, but if we try to bend a mature bamboo it will break. That which we have to do today, we should not postpone for tomorrow, but we should also not make decisions in haste. We may have a setback if we make a wrong decision, but our mistakes will teach us.

·        We must learn from the success and mistakes of others.  When we see another student succeeding greatly and honorably, learn how they do it and pattern your studies after theirs. Also, on the other hand, when you see other students failing miserably, learn how they do it and AVOID doing what they do or else you will join them in the failure’s club.

·        Make the most of your time and opportunities while at school. Don’t waste valuable time.

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How to Always Succeed in School Part 6

How to Always Succeed in School

Part 6

Do the math. Even if you’re struggling in math, stay with it. Knowing math gives you options. It opens doors to good jobs in computers, engineering and business. And it helps your mind get organized.

·         Take math problems one step at a time.

·         Do your math homework every day. Falling behind will make it that much harder.

·         Ask for help and study with friends if you are having problems understanding a concept.

The first point to understanding is the philosophy and science of decision—how to make decisions on time. The most successful person is that person who knows how to decide on time. There are many extraordinary brilliant people who understand things very quickly, but when the time comes to make a decision, when an opportunity comes, they withdraw and are not able to act. They do not know how to decide.

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How to Always Succeed in School Part 5

How to Always Succeed in School

Part 5

Write. Writing is a way to express yourself: your ideas, opinions and knowledge. And you may do a lot of it in college and on a job.

·        Write a little every day. Try keeping a daily journal to make a habit of wring.

·        Read outside class to increase your vocabulary and understanding of grammar.

·        Break up long writing sessions  into shorter periods with regular breaks.

·        Let your writing sit for a while and then come back to it.

·        Read your writing out loud or have someone read it to you.

·        Edit someone else’s writing and let that person edit yours.

·        Learn to write and learn.

·        Write creatively. Writing on your personal web blog is a great way to put your words into writing and to journalize your writing day after day.

·        Write your life history

·        Write your life goals in a journal, review these goals often, and revise your goals as needed. But, write them down.

·        “writing maketh an exact man; therefore, he that writeth little hath need of a great memory”(Anon)

·         Write to remember.

 

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Student Success Statement/Reflection

Student Success Statement

“You will never regret doing the right thing.”

-Anon

Reflection

Doing the right will never end up in regret. Doing the right is right, and there will never be a bad outcome or consequence for doing the right.

How to Always Succeed in School Part 4

How to Always Succeed in School

Part 4

Read. You can read whatever you want: Sports Illustrated, Jet, The New York Times, comic book, the Holy Bible, your Cheerios box, online blogs or web articles…whatever! Reading increases your brainpower.

·        Look up words you don’t understand in the dictionary.

·        Read assignment questions first to help you identify key points.

·        Take breaks from reading to write down what you learn.

·        Read outside of class to improve your reading skills

·        Read out loud with your friends, classmates or parents.

·        Read with a purpose.

·        Take reading courses to improve your reading rate and comprehension.

·        Take a speed-reading course if you desire

·        Take notes while reading

·        When possible, read from your own books and materials; this way, you can marks, highlights, cross reference, write notes in the margins, etc. if the books belong to someone else or the library, you can’t do this.

·        Read religious literature.

·        Read from the internet.

·        Read daily. Set a goal to read a book at least each month. Then a book a week.

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Student Statement/Reflection

Student Statement

“A nation’s treasure is in the people who do what’s right.”

-Adapted Chinese Proverb

Reflection

I believe this quote is implying that the most valuable thing about a nation would be those who choose the right. In order to have a great nation, people should choose nothing but the right.

How to Always Succeed in School Part 3

How to Always Succeed in School

Part 3

Study. Yeah, that’s right. Study. Read, review and analyze class material so you know it. This take time, effort and a quiet place. If you learn how to study now, you’ll be way ahead before you even start college.

·       Ask from help if you’re having trouble. You may need to ask more the one person.

·       Have a special area for studying where you won’t be distracted.

·       Study in small “chunks” and take regular breaks. Try not to cram.

·       Have a regular study routine to make studying a habit.

·       Study with a friend or group and share information.

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