Iris Looc

Whitney Dwyer

20 April, 2017

English

Leadership Reflection

Some ways I demonstrate leadership in the MetWest community is by supporting

my peers with their assignments, or give advice to those who need it. I also participate

and intern at a law office and at Childrens Hospital. I interviewed one of my cousins,

Joyce, and her response was: I think it is accurate and Id say that you take time out of

your day to develop relations and caring for others, which is a valuable trait because a

leader cant only care about themselves. Another person I interviewed was my other

cousin, Carmen, said: Yes, you do take time to talk to other people to make sure

theyre okay and youre not self centered, just like a leader should be like.

The original Metwest Vision Statement: MetWest prepares young adults to

recognize and take advantage of all resources to further their personal well-being and

the well-being of their communities. Our graduates will have the skills, habits,

knowledge, and networks to overcome obstacles to their success, access four-year

colleges, engage in fulfilling work, and contribute positively to our world. My personal

interpretation of the MetWest Vision Statement is that MetWest is a school that prepares

young adults for the real world by giving us an opportunity to experience internships and

Laney classes. It gives us a head start about what we would have to go through later on

in life. It also mentions how MetWest offers a lot of resources, beyond teachers and

books.
 Some parts of the MetWest Statement I could relate to the most would be taking

advantage of resources, gain skills and knowledge, and overcoming obstacles. Some

ways I took advantage of resources was by going to study hall after school. Internships

helped gained some skills and knowledge throughout my two years at MetWest. My first

internship, at Sequoia Elementary, helped me obtain patience. My patience tolerance

wasnt low, but interning with toddlers helped me a bit more. I have also gained the skills

of professionalism and taking advantage of opportunities like CHAMPS, and trying to

overcome obstacles such as my schedule for school. In the interview, Joyces response

to my perspective of improvement was: It is an accurate perception, and you take

advantage of the opportunity to grow socially through outside programs, along with the

experiences and skills developed for them. Carmen said something similar as well, but

to be specific, she said: Yes, I think youre very hardworking. You always have

homework or an essay to do and youre determined to complete it.

Being a MetWest scholar means to try your hardest no matter what. MetWest has

taught me that you dont have to be correct at all times, as long as you put in effort and

have confidence in yourself. This school motivates and supports students, no matter

what ethnicity you are, no matter what your GPA score is, and/or what grade youre in.

Something that makes me a MetWest scholar is that I know and take control of my

responsibilities. I deserve to graduate to Senior Institute because I have experienced

what itll be like in the real world. I am responsible for my actions as well. Going to

internships, presenting for exhibitions, and (in process of) going to Laney helps prepare

me for what Ill soon later be experiencing in the future. Im dedicated to my work, and I

make sure Im on top of everything I do. When talking about this section, Joyce stated,
I agree because you cancel plans to study and work hard on school outside the class.

Carmen explained a little more, saying: Yes, I remember the time you were stressing

because you used to have a 4.0 and ever since you found out you were behind, you

constantly work hard to get back up.

A few behaviors that I need to improve upon in terms of leadership and the

values outlined in the MetWest Vision Statement is to overcome obstacles because I

still face some challenges today. For example, I mentioned presenting for exhibitions.

Overcoming my fear of public speaking is something I feel like I would not overcome,

but instead improve upon. This doesnt connect to the MetWest Vision Statement, but I

also feel like I could improve on attendance.

During the interview, Joyce suggested that I have to gain the ability to put a foot

down when I need to and I have to be able to embrace the power that comes with a

leadership role and inflict discipline when necessary. She also thinks I procrastinate a

lot. Carmen seems to think I should improve on confidence because she feels like Im

always doubting myself.