Final Reflection
Without a doubt, AP World History has introduced me into a whole new world of accomplishments and the abilities that never knew I was capable of. It has impacted me not only as a student, but overall as a person because Mr. Rodriguez has not only given us academic tools, but also words of motivation and wisdom that has opened a wider panorama of success and accomplishment. Although, this class has tormented us with a book filled with historical information into our brains, it has been an unforgettable experience because when you put the effort and determination, in the end it is all worth it. Nonetheless, this class has given me the skills of an active student with the capability to learn material at a fast pace, be prepared for my future AP courses and most importantly challenge myself into something new.
Our extensive work throughout the school year, has been exhausting, but very gratifying because I learned that even in the toughest of times, perseverance is key and we must never give up. I knew this class would be a challenge and even after endless nights of breakdown Mr. Rodriguez's motivational words are what kept me going and working twice as hard each time. I have been able to maintain a good grade that I am personally very proud of because I know that I did everything I could and I never lost focus. There is no doubt, that working at a fast pace, was not something I learned from one night to another, it took time and patience, but I put all my effort into it. During the course, I attended to almost every study session that was scheduled because I had a goal of starting and ending the year strong . Nevertheless, this class gave the skills of a strong learner with the synthesis notes, that helped me comprehend the reading, as well as creating timelines to remember historical dates and also learn the importance of team building and working together. I am more than satisfied with the loads of effort that I put into this class, and now that its coming to its closure I am glad to say that I have nothing to regret because I did everything I could ever do.
This class has been extremely rigorous and requires complete attention, but it is what has prepared me for my upcoming classes. Now that I have reached the end and as I reflect I begin to acknowledge not only my work, but also our teacher's, because he has been our guide throughout this year and has given us all the tools necessary for us to be successful. And now that we have all the knowledge, it our time to put it into practice and make the best out of it. Long hours of homework, is what has prepared me mentally into what is soon to come in my future. AP World History has taught me a life lesson because now that I have completed a whole year in this rigorous class, nothing will ever be impossible because I just overcame it. I feel fully prepared, for anything I might face in college or even next year because with all the tools I was given I will soon apply them into my other classes going into junior year.
Even after times where I felt like giving up, and quitting there was always that voice that kept me going and supported me from beginning to end. This class has been more that a challenge, but a personal accomplishment because I am able to show others that I could do it. Throughout the course, I often had nights of hardly any sleep because I would stay up late finishing my homework or studying for any exam the next day, as well as keeping up with the rest of my classes. Pursuing this forward, this whole year has been filled with innumerable sacrifices and times of isolation where I would have to miss out on family reunions, days out with my friends or even enjoying quality time without school work at home. Everyday I would be faced with a tough schedule battling my homework and dance classes. I would often have to stay after school and run to my dance classes, many times with only having breakfast and getting home very late without any rest, start my homework and then waking up an hour early to continue with it. During the year, I have been a very dedicated student and has always been on time with all the work that I have been asked to present on the next day and I have been able to manage both worlds and get through them one step at a time. It is a great feeling, knowing that even if I wasn't the best I am already a winner because I fulfilled everything I wanted and it has been an incredible journey.
This class gave me every tool possible, to fulfill all my desires and academically I learned to comprehend material faster than the normal, have a better perspective of my future AP course and lastly a though challenge that was worth every second of it. At first I might of viewed it like a road with no ending, but after going full speed ahead I now face its stop, and will now move on to the next stage and the next road where I will continue to face tough moments, but I will always remember my very first AP class. I want to thank Mr. Rodriguez, for all his support and guidance because the class wouldn't of been the same without him. History, its name itself doesn't seem as interesting, but our teacher always brought out the best of it and made our long hours go by enjoying every moment of it. It might of been challenging, but it is how I will remember my sophomore year of high school. Difficulties are what strengthen and empower our mind into the development of our identity and our own self as a person. I have become a new person with a new mind set, new goals and a different view of life because I have able to overcome this barrier that seemed almost impossible to climb, but as I reach the top, I gather along with the AP class of 2016 and together we enjoy the view of complete success and accomplishment.
