The Seventh Man Essay

I always enjoyed singing. I sang along to the songs in Disney movies, to the radio in the car, or just at home in my room. I was in choir all year during seventh grade. We sang many songs that year, even one in an African language, but only one song had any solo tryouts. Mrs. Smith picked “Wide Awake” by Katy Perry for us to sing, so we could have at least one modern song. There were three solos in it, I tried out for the first one. The tryouts weren’t in front of the class, but I still had to…

so that no one will get in trouble. This made me feel more secure, and it made me want to try to get straight A’s. When I think of my 6th grade self, I think of shy and insecure Cameron from Ferris Bueller’s Day off because I too felt that way. In seventh grade, I resembled Sloane, Ferris Bueller’s easy going girlfriend. I, like Sloane, was very calm and relaxed. I didn’t sweat the little things. I knew to be patient in my classes and flexible with my schedule.Also that year, I became a bit lazy…

8th Grade Graduation As we sit here today, eagerly waiting to graduate, let’s ask ourselves one simple question. Where would we all have been without teachers today? It’s not just teachers though, it’s the friends we made; the experiences and knowledge that we all gained throughout elementary and middle school too. Even though we are all graduating middle school today, I think I can speak on behalf of my classmates when saying that we all learned so much already. To my teachers, friends,…

Junior High English teachers were quick to inform me that I severely lacked said skills. Even though their words of discouragement stuck with me they did not defeat me. I clearly remember the moment that had the most impact on me as a writer. It was seventh grade English and the assignment was to paint a picture and then write a short story about the picture you painted. I was immediately excited upon receiving the assignment. What could possibly be better than combining the two things I loved:…

These past three years I've been involved with the Point Pleasant Black Knight Marching Band continue to be the most incredible three years of my life. I've met many of my close friends through band and I would consider many of them my family. We will always be so much more than just a band and every tear, drop of sweat and bruise quickly becomes worth it. I learned many life lessons from my family. They stick by my side through the worst and best times of my life and I'm so exceptionally lucky…

I would describe myself as cheerful, creative, and curious. I am a student that spreads joy and cheer throughout both school and the house. I always like to learn and dive into the curriculum. The required work is never the end of the line; I always engage beyond and connect what I am learning in school to the real world and across disciplines. On personal projects, I make sure to place my best foot forward and work with enthusiasm. In group work, I always provide humor as well as discipline,…

“Middle School is frightening, I can’t believe I have to do three years in this place”, 6th grader me said that back in 2012. “I think I’m getting the idea of everything, even being at a new school”, 7th grade Tyler stated that in 2014. “ Last year until we get to the real deal… High School”, 8th grade me is still saying that to this day. Middle School has been a crazy ride and I’m going to share that now. Let's get started, shall we. Starting 6th grade, I was tiny, I mean, I got made fun of by…

Lynna Hong Amy Dickinson English 99 13 September 2016 Go Get It. Period. “[They say] if you want something go get it. Period.” Growing up I was quite the introvert. I was a shy girl who didn’t have many friends and I didn’t go out of my way to make any either. In fact, I actually found myself to be really sad and lonely. I always assumed it was always going to stay like that and there was nothing I could possibly do to change it. I had this mindset that I was just suppose to stick through it…

I observed the Jr. High math teacher Mr. Rix. This is Mr. Rix’s first year at St. Lucy but he been teaching for about 15 years. I observed an 8th grade block class period. How is the room organized? This teacher is in a unique situation. He does not have a homeroom instead he travels around from room to room. This means that he has to be extra organized because all his resource materials are at his desk in the art room. I asked him about how he keeps himself organized and he had a few…

1. I want to be a Wyldlife leader because I want to be someone that middle schoolers can talk to about Jesus, personal struggles, friendship troubles, school, and life in general. As a middle schooler, I was really insecure and had issues with friends, but I was really close to my Wyldlife leaders. They were always full of advice and good role models. I want to be like that for middle schoolers because I’ve been through many of the same things. Also, throughout middle school and the beginning of…