Character Analysis: The Red Cross Club

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Throughout my years in high school, I have acquired many useful life skills. Currently, I have acquired strong leadership skills through my role as the president of The Red Cross Club and mentoring incoming freshmen. As the president of the Red Cross Club, I have the responsibility of planning every meeting, introducing new ideas to the club members, and encouraging members to become more involved with the community. The accomplishments that I have made as the president of The Red Cross has impacted many individuals. During the month of November, I reached out to a speaker who came to one of our club meetings in December. He came and talked to individuals who have an interest in the medical field. The outcome of the meeting was excellent. After

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