My parents told me that when I first
came into the world, all I did was smile. I did not cry and I did not try to
fight the world. I took it all in- the doctors, the bright lights, the room,
and my parents. And to this day, I still take it all in- but I also commit
myself to doing something rather than sitting on the sidelines. My education
and community service volunteer hours are what help me to fulfill my dreams: to
improve my community for the better.
At my high school, AACT, they
encourage us to pursue community service opportunities to help improve the
lives of others. I was inspired to join an organization that aids in caring for
cats and dogs whose owners may have died or were abusive. My job is to spend
time with the animals so they can feel comfortable around humans as well as to
prepare them for adoption into a good home. Another community service
opportunity presented to me was one offered at my Church. Every holiday we put
on family- oriented events for the community, and one of many activities that
we include is face painting to keep the children entertained. I hope to
continue my service to the community after high school as well, except I plan
on creating an organization that helps adolescents who suffer from depression
and eating disorders.
Engaging with one’s community is a
great way to meet new people and to make connections, and taking on a
leadership role can help train a young person on how to work in a team as well
as prepare them for the business world. Becoming involved for the greater good can
help change the world for the better. I, for one, refuse to sit on the
sidelines.
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