Migrant Program
Many families here in Lindsay work in the fields and migrate during the summer with their families looking for a job in the fields. My family is one of those families that over the summer we migrate to Oregon to work in picking cherries. This migrating process my family does have given us the opportunity to be part of the Migrant Program. This program has given me many opportunities to learn more about colleges and universities throughout many years. This program has also encouraged me to continue with my education with the field trips they provide to encourage students who come from migrating families to continue and be prepared in the future in the mandating work force. |
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Red Zone
I have been part of this after school program provided at Lindsay High School for three years. This program has supported me with the help I need to pass all of my classes. I was able to participate in their summer camps they provide for the students at McDermont Field House. I had a great experience in their summer camps, since it always feels like it’s a family. The people that are in charge of the program after school always provide a good vibe for all the students. This program has helped me to stay on top of my classes. |
My Voice
This club has educated me in many real life scenarios. I had the great opportunity to be the Treasure of this club. The stories that I have heard from real life situations in this club has made me realize that life is not always easy. They had made me realize that there are people out there that suffer and need support from people. This club changed my personal view and has actually encouraged me to pursue a career in where I can help people overcome their struggles. |
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Track And Field
This has been the only sport team I have been part of my whole life. The only thing I can say is that it was a challenge. The only thing that made this challenge be endurable has been my team mates and the coaches. This amazing people have given me something that I have never had before and that was a second family. This has been a place in where you can’t mess around even though there were times in where I would mess around with my friends that were also part of this team. This sport has made me realize that pain can be bearable and that the biggest obstacle a person faces it’s themselves. |
Speech and Debate
My junior year I was fortunate enough to be called by the advisor of Speech and Debate (Mrs. Quintero). This was the first time I heard of this team at school. I was lucky to be part of a team of five girls to compete in a debate in English. This experience left me speechless since it was my first time ever competing in a debate team. It gave me the opportunity to be someone else for a day, since I’m a shy person especially someone that does not like to compete or ague against someone. Being part of this team brought me out of my comfort zone and only strengthened my personality. Even though we did not place I think my team did great being our first time ever participating in this activity at school. I think this year if we are fortunate to compose a team we can actually place and do much better since we are a strong team. |
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Ballet Folklorico
This is the first year this club was offered at Lindsay High School. I was nominated to be the club’s president and I couldn't be any happier than this. So far this club has accomplished big goals and I am grateful to be part of those accomplishments. It has been challenging to find methods in earning funds for this club. We had our first dance on October and it was a success. I am grateful I had the opportunity to participate in this dance and show parents of our community the new club being offered at the school that will demonstrate the Mexican culture. This club has thought me that the things we yearn for should always be fought for and that they will never be delivered at the palm of our hands. |
REAP
I have been part of REAP since 8th grade. This scholarship program has motivated me to obtain those levels four and life skills of four. This program has implied in me the necessary skills to continue with a higher education. This club has also brought me out of my comfort zone since I had to communicate with my Learner Facilitators to helpr me obtain those level fours. So far I have accomplished to obtain some money every sememster since I started High School. |
Sacred Heart Church Jamaica
I had the opportunity to do some community work in my hometown church. The Jamaica is a yearly fundraising activity hosted by the Sacred Heart Church for the church's own expenses. I had the opportunity to help in a booth selling a mexican dish "Menudo." At first I would help in setting up tables and chairs and helping certain booths in preparing the food that would be selling. Later, I had the opportunity to serve the food into bowls ready to be sell. |
Scicon
I had the opportunity to be a counselor for sixth grade students at Scicon. I went as a counselor for two years my Sophomore and Junior year. It's a great experience because you get to meet more High School students and also the sixth graders you are in charge of taking care of. It's also interesting knowing that you are seen as an inspiration for younger kids. I had a great time not only with my girls that I was their counselor. |