Jeremy's Portfolio

I am becoming more responsible for myself. I do my own laundry, help with meals,
make and keep appointments, and keep track of important papers.

When I have a problem, I take charge by creating a realistic plan and working
to solve it.

My friends and those who know me well would say that I am a good and
trusted friend.

I truly enjoy my recreational involvement in activities at school, at my
place of worship, in the community, or with other local organizations.

I am satisfied with the way I handle my emotions and how that affects my
relationships.

I seek forgiveness from family and friends when I have hurt them.

I am confident that my use of social media, the internet, and video games has no
negative impact on my school or work performance.

I go to the doctor and dentist for regular checkups and talk to someone about a
problem as soon it arises.

I used to think that mental health is not that a big deal and does not really influence daily life. Also, I used to think that mental health is just normal thinking disorder in which it means that it does not affect the life overall. After learning about this unit, I learned that mental illness is a serious problem and can be cured in multiple different ways such as taking a therapy or even some disorders can be cured by medicines. I also learned how social media can have such a big influence on stereotypical on those who are diagnosed with mental illnesses.

I learned in this unit how mental illnesses will influence daily life, many of the examples are sleeping disorders, eating uncontrollably. Some very important ones are being excluded from their social circles and being the weird ones where in many movies and games they are described as people who cannot communicate efficiently and cannot be treated well. I also learned different mental issues can be diagnosed to all kind of people, some of the misconceptions are that some certain mental issues are only diagnosed to certain range of people.

Evidence of Organization

My science notebook became more useful as the school year continued, as I took more care to add details, include complete thoughts, and keep my work organized by date and topic.

Evidence of Active Learner Habit

Based on my October 2025 Active Learner Rubric and my teacher’s comments on Schoology, I have improved my ability to meet assignment deadlines, participate in class discussions, and use feedback to revise my work, but asking clarifying questions when I am confused continues to be an area of growth for me.

Evidence of Understanding of Key Concepts

These evidence shows that I still need continued improvement in understanding of key concepts. Most of them are 3 but some are 2s which need further improvement.

Evidence of Growth in Science Skills

By comparing my early African Elephant system model with my later city model, I demonstrate clear growth in Standard 6: Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information, as my later model is more detailed, accurately labeled, and better at explaining a complex, invisible process.

My three goals are to get more exceeding in math. I will work to achieve this goal by active learning in class and collaborating actively with my classmates. I will also do extra exercises outside of school to furthermore improve my math skills.

Before this Physical Education unit started, my knowledge of pickleball was limited to what I could gather from its quirky name. I imagined it as a slowed-down, less intense version of tennis, perhaps best suited for a retirement community. I have to admit, I was skeptical about how much I would enjoy it. After these past few weeks, I’m happy to eat my words. This pickleball unit has been one of the most surprisingly engaging and enjoyable experiences I’ve had in PE.

One strength I bring to math class is my organization, particularly in structuring my homework and class notes. Another is my collaborative ability; I work effectively with my table-mates and contribute my ideas in class, even when unsure. A third strength is my active listening—I respectfully note and consider my peers’ perspectives during discussions.

Area of Growth
One habit I aim to develop this semester is maintaining neater and more organized notes. Improving in this area will make it easier to review and study from my notes later on.

Plan for Growth
I plan to improve by adopting the Cornell Notes method. This will help me keep my notes clearer and easier to navigate. One specific action I will take is researching and practicing note-taking strategies that best support my learning and retention.

Our recent badminton unit was
more than just a series of drills and games; it was a lesson in
humility, focus, and the surprising depth of a sport I had previously
taken for granted. Coming into the unit, I, like many, considered
badminton a simple backyard activity—a leisurely way to pass the time. I
quickly learned that beneath the gentle arc of the shuttlecock lies a
demanding world of strategy, precision, and explosive athleticism.

The
most significant personal challenge was mastering the fundamental
shots, particularly the clear and the drop shot. The clear looked
effortless when demonstrated, but replicating that powerful, high arc to
the back of the court required a specific whip-like motion from my
wrist and forearm, not just arm strength. I remember the initial
frustration of constantly hitting the shuttle into the net or sending it
flying out of bounds. The drop shot was its own subtle art; the goal
was not to hit it hard, but to deceive with a soft touch just over the
net. This taught me that power isn’t always the answer—control and
finesse are often more devastating.

A. Evidence of Your Best Thinking

1. Question 3: This question best demonstrates my understanding of core concepts, particularly in applying statistical language and using a linear regression model to interpolate data. It showcases my ability to connect statistics and functions.
2. Question 7: I chose this as evidence of my best learning because it required me to distinguish between correlation and causation, identify a confounding variable, and use precise mathematical language. Across all four parts, I supported my reasoning with evidence—such as analyzing residual plots and extrapolating from data—to provide clear, logical explanations.

B. Skills Reflection

• Greatest Improvement: My most significant growth in this unit was moving beyond surface-level observations (e.g., “the graph is going up”) to making informed judgments using evidence like residual plots and data tables, all while applying precise mathematical language.
• Skill to Develop: I need to continue improving how I specifically identify outliers and describe patterns in residual plots (e.g., points above or below the line y=0). I also aim to deepen my integrated understanding of functions and statistics.
• Biggest Challenge & Strategy: The most challenging aspect was approaching problems with a critical mindset, especially on the more complex “Exceeding” questions. A key strategy that helped me overcome this was consistently aligning my work with the provided rubric as I progressed, which allowed me to check for mathematical accuracy. This is a strategy I will continue to use.

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Part 2: Goal Reflection & End-of-Semester Check-In

A. Looking Back at Your Last Goal

• Goal: To maintain organization throughout my work while ensuring 100% accuracy.
• Progress: I worked very well toward this goal and have become noticeably more organized and attentive in my mathematical reasoning and written work.
• What Helped: A major help was developing the habit of reading problems multiple times before solving them. This led to more balanced, neater work on tests, worksheets, and homework.
• What Got in the Way: Nothing significant impeded my progress toward this goal.

B. End-of-Semester Self Reflection

• Three Strengths:
  1. Proactively communicating with my teacher to clarify gaps in my understanding.
  2. Consistently staying on task and focused on improving in specific units or concepts.
  3. Maintaining commitment and a strong desire to do my best in pursuing pertinent goals.
• Three Areas for Improvement:
  1. Improving the clarity and layout of my written explanations to make them easier to follow.
  2. Building a more consistent habit of reviewing past quizzes and assessments to better prepare for major tests.
  3. Challenging myself more consistently to pursue extension work (like “Option 3” tasks) to build a deeper, more insightful understanding of concepts.

C. New Academic Goal Moving Forward

• Goal: In the next unit, I will focus on labeling my work clearly and proficiently to improve organization and deepen my overall understanding.
• Potential Obstacle: I may sometimes feel rushed and prioritize simply finishing a problem over maintaining thorough organization and neatness.
• Plan for Help: If I get stuck, I will seek help from Ms. Fisher or my peers to gain clearer, more efficient explanations of challenging concepts.

1. Active Learner Habits

Active Learner Habits

Strengths:

1. I actively contribute to class and small group discussions by sharing unique problem-solving approaches and building on my peers’ ideas.
2. I consistently pursue deeper understanding by tackling extension challenges and am proactive in seeking help from teachers and classmates when needed.
3. I thoroughly prepare for all assessments through independent study and self-assessment, which has led to consistently strong academic results.

Area for Growth

I aim to improve how I justify my mathematical reasoning. I will focus on supporting my claims with multiple forms of evidence—such as equations, graphs, and written analysis—while using precise mathematical language. Additionally, I plan to enhance my note-taking organization to better support my learning, classwork, and test preparation.

Plan for Growth

To develop these skills, I will adopt the Cornell note-taking system. This format will help me organize mathematical concepts more clearly, making review more efficient. A specific step will be to prepare my note pages in advance using rulers and headings, ensuring my notes are structured and complete during class.