An Unwanted Gift?

Have you ever received a gift you never wanted or asked for? Tell me about the situation. What was it? Who gave it to you? How did you handle it?

In a new post on your blog, please write 7 lines and try to include a picture with your post...

What Impact Do I Want to Have on the World Around Me? - Period 3

Good morning!

Today's the third and final question in our series: What Impact Do I Want to Have on the Word Around Me?

As always, please be specific. Feel free to dream big and set some serious goals for yourself. Remember, this question is not merely one about your career. You can have a personal impact, a social impact, an impact on your family--the sky's the limit!

Please write 50 words.

When you finish, open a Word document, and close your lid.

Thanks!

Object that Represents You - Periods 2 and 4

Think of an object that you think best represents who you are. Describe this object and how it relates to your identity, personality, goals, or interests.

Please write at least 3 lines and find an image to go along with your post. Be creative, insightful, and descriptive!

College Essay Brainstorming Stations

Station 1

1. Make a list of 25 things you love, love to do, and/or interest you.
2. Now go back to this list, and sort your items into categories (i.e.- sports, music, etc...)

Station 2

You have been asked to write an autobiography of your life thus far. What will it be titled? The publisher also needs a list of chapter titles and descriptions of each. Create as many as you can (at least 5) in the next few minutes.

Station 3

1. Make a list of 25 burning questions you have or things you are curious about.
2. Look over your list and SORT your items into topics or question types.
(i.e.- ?'s about: life, love, friends, etc... or thought provoking ?'s, literal questions, etc...)

Station 4

List 3 experiences that had an impact on you or taught you a lesson. Describe each one in at least 7 lines.

Station 5

If you were told that everything you owned was going to be destroyed and that you could only keep 10 things, what would they be? Describe what each one of these items means to you. What does it show about your personality? Why is it special?

Station 6

You’re going to spend the next 10 years in a space station travelling to Mars. You may bring 5 CD’s, 5 Books, and 5 DVD’s. Which do you choose? Why? Be specific and descriptive.

Who Do I Want to Become?

Yesterday, I asked you to answer the question: Who Am I?

Today, I want you to take it one step further by answering the question:

Who Do I Want to Become?

Like yesterday, please be specific, vivid, and clear with your response. Show me who you want to become, don't just tell me. And please be elaborate with your response--if you want to become a doctor, tell me what you want to specialize in and where you might want to do it, for example.

Also include statements about any values, ideals, or beliefs that might shape the person you want to become. How do you want to live your life in the future? What will your definition of "the good life" be?

Please write 75 words. If possible, include a picture or video along with your post.

Who Am I?

For your first blog post, I want you to introduce yourself to the rest of us by answering the following question:

Who Am I?

Some guidelines:
1. You do not need to reveal your name or anything too personal for other people to see. Be as intimate and revealing as you feel comfortable.
2. Please write at least 50 words and be sure to use lots of vivid, descriptive, and illustrative language. SHOW us who you are; don't just TELL us who you are.
3. If you know how, feel free to include a picture or video along with your writing.
4. Remember, you're writing about yourself, not Mr. Yost.

That's it! Have fun! Be creative and authentic!