Although I was only at the bud of SLA’s growth, the mission statement it still holds today was engraved in me from the beginning. SLA pushed me to lead to my best ability through different aspects of my life including academics, moral growth, and service. I learned to be a leader is not simply someone who tells others what to do, it is someone who embodies a strong sense self, but at the same time selfless. A leader shows others how to work hard in life and radiate love in every encounter with others. What I learned throughout my two years of SLA was a springboard to help me grow and prosper in high school. I have embraced the importance of academic achievement, forming of my own moral compass, and service to my community throughout my four years of high school. …show more content…
School was no longer just learning facts and memorizing vocabulary, I needed to learn how to love to learn. I needed to keep asking questions, wondering, and craving a need for knowledge. Leaders are not the type of people who just “slide by” in school, they strive to grow in knowledge. During my Junior year I was invited to join National Honor Society (NHS). This group is only for those who with high academic standards. The members of NHS are seen as leaders and are looked up to. I am honored to be in a group who strives for academic excellence. SLA’s teaching of the 50 virtues began the moral compass I live by today. It taught me how to treat and love others in everyday life. The virtues have stuck with me and I try to live them out everyday. I used the morals I gained at SLA to form strong friendships, make wise choices, and find what type of person I want to