Henry Ford once said, “Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success.” He believed that with determination, struggle, and intellect one can achieve the impossible. By the same token, my perseverance, dedication, and tenacity have allowed me to work with others to achieve a common goal. I strive to become a member of the National Honor Society because I possess qualities of the organization’s Character pillar, which is a worthwhile experience, and have a unique humanitarian service project idea that would follow the pillar of Service. By virtue of my trustworthiness, reliability, and courtesy towards others, I model traits of the National Honor Society's pillar of Character. These characteristics …show more content…
I suffer from a form of seizure disorder that can only be identified as epilepsy. The cause of my seizures is unknown, and I could have one at any time. Since I was diagnosed with epilepsy, I have learned to push past the tough times and negative self-concept, and I have realized that there is a brighter side to living with a disability. So, for the 2017-2018 school year I would like to introduce a week long program that recognizes and helps raise funds in a set donation period where it will go to an organization set on searching for a cure or help care for for those with disabilities that range from hs students to Veterans. To supplement the influence of this project, I would like to use some advisory periods to give current students and Frisco residents the opportunity to share their stories of bravery while experiencing psychological or physical disabilities. In addition, I would ask teachers to participate in a door decorating competition to increase awareness of disabilities. To conclude, I would organize a pep rally to recognize the diverse special needs of our school population. Participants of the pep rally would include guest speakers and winners of the door decorating contest. This endeavor would broaden the perspective of fellow wolverines and others in the community, so they develop greater understanding for those with diverse