Student Success Statement

Attitude is the mind's paintbrush it can color any situation.

I think it means that your attitude is very important because thats how you defined your character.

Attitude

a settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, typically one that is reflected in a person's behavior.

synonyms: view, viewpoint, character 

Periodontal

Duties and Responsibilities: Periodontal technicians make dental crowns, implants, bridges and other dental appliances and prosthetics for dentists who treat periodontitis, a severe form of gum disease. Using dental prescriptions and physical molds or digital impressions of a patient's mouth, they create plaster models then use hand tools to shape crowns made of porcelain and metal. Dental lab technicians often specialize in one area of expertise, such as crowns, dentures or ceramics. Periodontist technicians may be employed by dental offices that specialize in the treatment of periodontitis or by independent labs. Some dental technicians become managers or owners of independent labs.

Salary: $97,000-$241,000


Education:Some employers may provide on-the-job training in periodontal technology to high school graduates; however, many periodontal technicians earn associate degrees in dental laboratory technology. Two-year degree programs accredited by the American Dental Association are offered through vocational schools and community colleges throughout the United States. Voluntary Certified Dental Technician (CDT) certification is available through the National Board for Certification Dental Laboratory Technology,

Reflection: I think i would like to become one because its a good paying career.

Student Success Statement

"You can't hire someone else to do your push-ups for you."
                           Jim Rohn 

I think it means that no one else can do stuff for you you gotta do it on your own.
like for example you can't make someone else do a test for you you have to do it.

Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgeon

Duties and Responsibilities: Ear, nose, and throat specialists, also known as otolaryngologists or ENT specialists, are medical doctors responsible for surgical and medical treatment of the ears, nose, and throat, as well as the related head and neck areas. Specialized skills of otolaryngologists include managing disorders of the upper pharynx and oral cavity, larynx (voice box), ears, nose and nasal passage, and face and neck. Almost all ENT specialists regularly handle cases like nosebleeds, adenoidectomies, infected mastoids, tonsillectomies, and sinusitis.

Salary:  $205,000 

Education: Ear, nose, and throat specialists must complete at least five years of training in a surgical residency. This comprises a one-year course in general surgery and a four-year course in otolaryngology. Most start their medical education with a bachelor of science degree, but those with a bachelor of arts degree are also accepted into some medical school programs.

Reflection: I think i would like to become  ENT because its a good paying career. 

Student Success Statement

"Kindness is the essence of greatness."
Joseph B. Wirthlin

I think it means that kindness is the key to greatness and it will change your whole life.

Speech Pathologist

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Communicate with patients to evaluate their levels of speech or language difficulty
• Determine the extent of communication problems by having a patient complete basic reading and vocalizing tasks or by giving standardized tests
• Identify treatment options
• Create and carry out an individualized treatment plan

Salary: $69,890

Education:The standard level of education for speech-language pathologists is a master’s degree. Although master’s programs do not specify a particular undergraduate degree for admission, certain courses must be taken before entering the program. Required courses vary by institution. Graduate programs often include courses in age-specific speech disorders, alternative communication methods, and swallowing disorders. These programs also include supervised clinical practice in addition to coursework.

Reflection: I think i would like to become a Speech Pathologist because its a very good paying career and getting a job is easy because its on a high demand.

25 Acts of Kindness

• Help other people.
• Give the seat on the bus to a lady.
• Help old people.
• Help a homeless man. 
• Share some food with homeless people.
• Help your neighbor.
• Give the parking spot to a lady.
• Help the school to stay clean.
• Donate money.  
•  Say "Good morning" to a person standing next to you in the elevator.
•  Pay the toll for the driver behind you.
•  Take a minute to direct someone who is lost, even though you're rushing.
•  Write a letter to a child who could use some extra attention. Kids love getting mail.
•  Offer to pick up groceries for an elderly neighbor, especially in extreme weather. 
•  Give a homeless person your doggie bag.
•  Say "I love you" to someone you love.
•  Put a coin in an expired meter.
•  Help a mother carry her baby stroller up the subway stairs, or hold a door open for her. 
•  Each time you get a new item of clothing, give away something old.
•  Take someone's shift as the car-pool parent.
•  Bring your assistant coffee.
•  Out of the blue, send flowers to a friend.
•  Don't interrupt when someone is explaining herself.
•  Let a fellow driver merge into your lane.
•  Offer to baby-sit for a single mom.

Student Success Statement

"Visualization-Imagination: What you see is what you get"
                                    Anon
I think it means that what you visualize yourself future is what you will focus on and try to accomplish it. 

Sonographer (Ultrasound Technician)

Duties and Responsibilities:  diagnostic medical professionals who operate ultrasonic imaging devices to produce diagnostic images, scans, videos, or 3D volumes of anatomy and diagnostic data. Sonography requires specialized education and skills to view, analyze and modify the scan to optimize the information in the image.

Salary: $83,000-90,000

Education: A medical sonographer may enter the field through on-the-job training in a sonography practice that has been accredited by AIUM (American Institution of Ultrasound in Medicine, www.aium.org). They may also train through a formal education program or a mixture of both formal and on-the-job training. Increasingly, employers are looking to hire registered sonographers who have trained through a formal education program, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Programs are available at community colleges and vocational schools, as well as through the military. High school preparation for this profession should include coursework in science, math and health

Formal education programs award either an associate's or bachelor's degree. The most common are the 2-year programs. Coursework for sonographers includes human anatomy, medical terminology, patient care, physics and instrumentation. 

Reflection: I think i would like to become a Sonographer because the pay is very high and the field is very open easy to get a job. 

Environmental Health specialist Sanitarian

Duties and Responsibilities:

Sanitarians, or environmental health specialists, enforce government regulations and advise and educate clients. They also improve water and sanitation facilities and are involved in improving the quality of community environments. They often

   Collect and analyzed samples

   Screen samples for possible health hazards

   Design or manage sanitation, disposal, and water systems

   Oversee disposal of infections wastes

   Develop and manage prevention and education programs

   Evaluate and identify health hazards and ensure compliance with regulations

Average Salary: $25,000-$50,000

Educational Requirements:

Students should take college preparatory courses, especially in mathematics and science, during high school.

A career a sanitarian or environmental health specialist requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in environmental health or environmental engineering. Many jobs require certification and/or a Master’s Degree in these, or relate fields.

Reflection: I dont think i would like to become one because it seems boring.