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I am enthusiastic about the history of technology. I look into history sites, antique stores, and textbooks to learn about the historical facts of the technological advancements. I learn about the need the device is meant to fill. I learn about the way the device functions. I Learn about the inventors of these contraptions, and there biographies. Even the silliest of inventions are still a part of a history of trial and error. Most devices we use now are built off of inventions of the past. To share my love of period devices, I often use them in art, publish essays, and make display boards.
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Goals.

1. In five years I see myself getting a Master’s in Construction Management. After High school, I intend on 2 years in SCF, then 4 years at either MTI or STI. I have a 2.9 GPA, hopefully I will get that 3.3 by my senior year.

2. In 10 years, I would like to be working as a foreman or project manager for commercial development. I have spent the last 3 years taking construction technology courses here at school. I chose the Construction field because building has always interested me. As a child, I played with Lego bricks, and ever since then the interest has never left. As far as I can see, the only inhibitor I have to fear is the economy. When the economy booms, the construction field booms, when the economy lags, the field lags. Construction Management fields can earn around 30 dollars an hour. I hope to work my way into a comfortable retirement.

3. This year I hope to finish my online classes and get my GPA to 3.0 Next year I hope to get the Bright Futures Vocational Grant, as well as the HBA Vocational scholarship. As for my final education, I hope to get my Master’s in Construction Management. Two years for academics at SCF, then 2-4 years at MTI or STI getting my Master’s.

4. I spend a lot of volunteer time aiding the School’s VPA academy teachers. Through this serverce, I have accumulated many service hours.

5. For the summer, I plan to work for the Construction Technology Career’s, even with a degree, I will need on-the-job experience to earn my position. I also plan on volunteering for Habitat for Humanity.

Reality Check

1. I have 3 English credits, 3 math credits, 3 science credits, 3 social studies credits, 7 art, language, and vocational credits. In total I have 21 credits. I have taken IB and honors classes. My aptitude is in Construction and Science. My record doesn’t scream amazing, but I am definetly well off for my grade level.

2. I have completed the FCAT with 4s, 5s, and 6s. I have yet to take the SAT or ACT, I plan on taking them this fall. I have also taken and passed the TABE Vocational test.

3. I know that over all my education will be costly. I don’t have an exact number, but I am on track for grant and scholarship money. My Associates degree is paid for by Florida prepaid, I am hoping that the Bright Futures grant, combined with the scholarship money from as many sources I can apply for, stock investments, and a job will help pay for the 4 years after SCF at MTI or STI. I have seen the horror stories behind student credit plans. Knowing what I know about the history of capitalism, I will avoid student loans like the plague. I am too young to en masse debt. I have a copy of last year’s FAFSA in my document portfolio at home. I cannot turn it in until I am a senior, and at that point I will need a new FAFSA form. I am 5th generation American, so I am positive that my parents are legal.