Personal Management And Leadership Skills Acquired At Ontario High School

In my years at Ontario High School I have attained numerous essential skills that will serve me throughout my career, and life. A couple of important skills I have acquired are thinking critically and analytically, as well as demonstrating personal management and leadership skills. One subject that has challenged these skills the most are my science, math, and English classes. In my science classes we were required to examine objects during labs and infer based on our observations. When we were not in the lab doing experiments or research, we evaluated various stimulating matters. These activities assisted me because it required looking at things differently. Another class that improved this skill is math. We were directed to work alone or

I observed all the different roles each member had to contribute, as well as all the information given. As I shadowed Sergio I noted how he did not necessarily have a daily schedule. His work was done on his own time as long as he fulfilled his obligations. Although this is not a career that requires heavy supervision; as an engineer or wildlife and rangeland extension agent, there is a need to be able work cooperatively. Especially, with those who also hold environmental jobs when working as a group. Sergio’s job consisted of, aside from working with the Watershed Council, doing research in the office, and being in the field working with the members of our community. In this line of work is vital to be organized, self-driven, and have an effective work ethic. An environmental engineer is expected to work with other engineers, those in environmental sciences, and with the workers administered during research, projects, and experiments. Some of my personal short-term goals are holding a part-time job while balancing school, and other activities. Be more confident in myself, and lose any self-doubt that may cripple me when making decisions. Striving towards a degree in environmental engineering by attending Chemeketa community college then transferring to Oregon State University, or Portland State

Similarly, through internships, I will form connections with those already in the work field who will be able to assist me, once I complete my degree. The development of skills like critical, analytical thinking, personal management, and writing will remain practical throughout life in college, and my career. These will be valuable as I begin my courses at Chemeketa Community college, then transfer to OSU or PSU while I prepare to be a skilled engineer. A sturdy foundation, and contacts in the field will support me when reaching my career my goals. My math, writing, communication, and observation skills are consistently going to need improvement, these will constantly be present in my career. Likewise, I will continuously need to be up to date with environmental laws and regulations, and public policy. Things I wish I would’ve done differently are participating in more school activities (sports, clubs, etc.) and applied myself to receive higher scores. Other than settling for just B’s and C’s. In addition, I would have liked to taken more honors classes, and gotten more involved in the community through volunteer work. To any future student, I advise to join extracurricular activities, and engage in events in your