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Academic Intersections
This fall, I’m enrolled in seven different classes, and I’ve discovered that three of them have significant overlap with their material. Environmental Science, World Geography, and an online writing course, Research & Citation. The Research & Citation class has helped… Continue reading
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Jewelry Design: Two New Techniques
This year in school, my arts concentration is metalsmithing. I first began making jewelry three years ago, mostly focused on beadwork and wire wrapping. Last spring I wanted to branch out, and I decided to look into more advanced jewelry… Continue reading
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English I: The House on Mango Street
I recently finished The House On Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros, my first assigned reading of the school year. It was a really interesting novel to discuss, and I wrote several vignettes of my own for the writing portion of… Continue reading
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Showstopper: Volunteering at the Durham Performing Arts Center
When I first read about DPAC’s Showstopper program, I was very intrigued. Showstoppers are DPAC’s door greeters, holding open the entrance doors with smiles on their faces, welcoming guests in. And after the number of guests slows from a flood… Continue reading
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Three Weeks in France: The Highlights
In addition to my five-week summer camp, my family had the opportunity to visit France for three weeks in late May and early June. I’m so lucky to have had these experiences, and I was able to practice my French… Continue reading
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Summer Reading Highlights
This summer, I went to a five week sleepaway camp. While that may sound daunting to some, it’s always one of the best parts of my summer. I made some of my best friends there, and one of the things… Continue reading
Cabinet of Curiosities 