Independent Study and Mentorship
Social Entrepreneurship
I am currently a junior at Frisco High School, where I am a first year student in the Independent Study and Mentorship (ISM) program. I hope to expand my knowledge and gain professional experience in the field of social entrepreneurship with the opportunities provided to me through ISM.
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Activities
The end of my freshmen year, my friends and I connected our passion for philanthropy and business to create our own smaller form of a social enterprise at Frisco High School. We founded the Humanitarian Environmental Animal Team (H.E.A.T.) Club, and just like any other start up company, we branded ourselves, gained publicity, and recruitmented members all with a cohesive aim of improving our community and the world. Through ISM, I hope to further explore the connection between entrepreneurship and philanthropy while creating systems, products, and solutions that promote social value.
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I am also involved in the chamber orchestra program, where I have continued my musical journey playing the piano and violin for almost nine years. Additionally, I am the vice president of Business Professionals of America (BPA), an organization for interested business students looking to expand their leadership and professional skills through regional, state, and national competitions.
Mission
Through my independent study, I strive to expand my knowledge in the business world by connecting my fascination for entrepreneurship and philanthropy. I will gain real world exposure with the guidance of my mentor to strengthen my abilities and receive a unique professional perspective. I will use my passion, curiosity, diligence, and determination to construct a meaningful final product that will bring value to the world. I hope to create change in a field that positively affects the lives of others while conducting my own research and gaining the skills necessary to build a successful future.
Smart Goals
1st Semester Goals
1. I will complete three informational interviews by October 26th, 2019 and have a confirmed mentor by December 1st, 2019.
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2. I will conduct valuable independent research throughout the first semester in order to expand my knowledge in the field of social entrepreneurship and create a meaningful original work project that will impact the community around me.
2nd Semester Goals
1. I will conduct primary research through my mentorship in order to build my real world professional experience and create an impactful final product by April 30th, 2020.
2. I will present my ISM original work and final product while
showcasing my portfolio of research during my final presentation speech on May 18th, 2020.