Junhyeong's Portfolio

Organization: I organize my time and plan ahead to make sure that I allow enough time to get everything done.

Stress Resilience: When I have problems, I turn to others for support.

Healthy Relationships: I feel good about the amount of trust, respect, and honesty that exists in all of my relationships, including dating relationships, if applicable.

Rest and Play: I am confident that the amount of time I spend connected to technology such as video games, TV, computer, Facebook, and cell phone it good for my overall well-being.

Handling emotions: I am able to communicate my emotions in a positive way without being irritable, critical, or angry.

Spirituality: I have a clear sense of meaning and purpose in my life.

School and Work: I feel good about the relationships I have with other students and how those relationships impact my all-around success at school

Care for the Body: I am proud of the amount of respect I pay to my body overall.

The woop goal that I have decided to choose is “I feel good about the amount of trust, respect, and honesty and exists in all of my relationship, including dating relationships if applicable.” I have found several solutions in order to be in a healthy relationship with others.

1. communication

Communication played a significant role for me in this process. As I effectively communicated with others by means of considerable conversation, I got to know them better, and it allowed me to establish healthy and reliable relationships. Other than that, effective communication helped me understand other perspectives, collaborate more effectively, and build stronger relationships. These not only strengthened my relationships but also created an environment of respect and reliability. Lastly, I realized that open and honest communication is the foundation of any healthy relationship.

2. letting go

I’ve learned to let go of people when they won’t put in effort or make even the slightest change after I’ve talked about what’s hurting our relationship. Even when I love them so much, I’ve learned that I only end up inflicting more pain by keeping one-sided relationships. Letting go of people is never easy, it hurts, it’s frustrating, and sometimes even lonely. But if communication breaks down over and over, and there is no desire to grow or meet halfway, then walking away is the healthiest thing to do, and I believe giving up on certain people might be a regret in the short term, but I believe it actually helped me understand the long term of giving up on someone.

How?

To make it easier for myself, I exercised self-reflection and identified what relationships were healthy and which ones were toxic. I created healthy boundaries so that I could stay emotionally well which was quite a struggle which I had to let go of some people despite the desire to keep them in my life, and it was easier to identify when a relationship was one-sided. Through paying attention to behaviors of lack of effort from the other, I was able to decide when to move away. Seeking support from friends provided me with insight and motivation as I made these decisions (Real life relationship and friendship) . Ultimately, I came to accept that change is a part of life and that letting go could lead to healthier relationship.

For my student-led conference, I want to talk about a project I did on football, which is one of my favorite sports. I created a presentation in Chinese, and it was such an exciting experience! I really enjoyed researching the different aspects of football, like its history, famous players, and the strategies involved in the game. Presenting in Chinese was a bit challenging, but it helped me improve my language skills and allowed me to share my passion for football with my classmates in a unique way. I loved seeing their interest as I explained the rules and techniques of the game. One of the artifacts I’ll be showcasing is the presentation I created. It includes images of iconic football moments, key statistics, and vocabulary related to football in Chinese. This project really highlights my development as a critical thinker and a skillful communicator because I had to evaluate different sources of information and synthesize them into a clear presentation. Although I faced challenges with language, I learned to focus on my love for football and share that excitement with others. Also, during that time I have learned some new words. In my presentation, I included a comparison chart that outlines their key statistics and playing styles, showcasing how they approach the game differently. This artifact not only emphasizes my critical thinking skills in evaluating their performances but also demonstrates my ability to synthesize information into a cohesive presentation.

The image above is my practice for studying vocabulary words. I’ve been reflecting on my progress in Chinese class. One of the things I’ve really enjoyed is learning different sentence patterns, which has helped me develop my skills in the language. Understanding these patterns has not only made it easier for me to construct sentences but has also expanded my Chinese vocabulary significantly. I feel more confident when speaking and writing in Chinese, which allows me to communicate my thoughts more clearly.

I want to share my insights on a middle school moral dilemma I faced and how I connected it to three different stories in my analytical essay. This topic was especially interesting to me because it made me think about the choices we make and the consequences that follow. I enjoyed exploring the different perspectives in the stories, which helped me understand the complexities of my own situation. I found that I’m really good at identifying moral lessons and relating them to my life, which made the writing process more meaningful for me.

I find it really helpful to reflect on my classes and my growth this year. In English class, I’ve truly enjoyed exploring different types of literature and enhancing my writing skills. The discussions we have about the things that I wrote helped me think critically and articulate my ideas clearly. I’ve also found that I’m good at analyzing characters and themes, which has made me more confident in expressing my thoughts. My reading and writing passport has been an invaluable tool in tracking my progress, allowing me to see how much I’ve learned and where I still have room to grow.

Another challenge I’ve been facing is finding time to have a one-on-one conference with my teacher. With so many subjects and activities going on, it can sometimes be tough to match my schedules. I really want to get feedback on my reading writing passport, I know that having that conference with my teacher is important for my growth, so I’m planning to reach out more often for my improvement and the checks I can also get.

For my debate project, I focused on the topic of mandatory voting, and I took the position against it. Our group has decided on the topic of mandatory voting for our debate project, and I found it really interesting. As we prepared, I realized that there are many angles to consider, like the impact on voter turnout and whether it truly encourages civic engagement. I really enjoyed analyzing these aspects and developing my arguments.

Inquiry into interest

This was my first project that I have done that I have done in social studies. My first project that I have done was turning my inquiry question into something I was really interested in. So my question was “What impact have serial killers made over the past few years?” This topic really intrigued me because I wanted to understand not just the crimes themselves, but also the societal and psychological effects that these cases have on communities. I enjoyed digging into research and learning about high-profile cases that captured the media’s attention and how they influenced public perception of safety and crime. I felt I was good at analyzing the information and drawing connections between these events and the fear or fascination they create in society.

However, I did face some challenges while working on this project. The subject matter could be quite heavy, and it was sometimes difficult to find reliable sources.

I want to reflect on my experiences in Unit 2. This unit was definitely one of the tougher ones for me, and even though I ended up with a score of “meeting,” I learned a lot about myself and my abilities. I really enjoyed diving into the content, but there were some challenging moments where I struggled to grasp certain concepts. However, I was able to push through and find ways to improve, which is something I’m proud of. My ability to ask discerning questions helped me clarify my understanding, and I tried to incorporate feedback from my classmates and teachers to enhance my learning.

This is my work on Graphing Stories and Functions L4, this probably was my first L4 that I was impressed was myself of the work that I have shown, this project was one of the first times I saw my work come together in a way that impressed me as I got a 4. Even though I was proud of my results, I did face some challenges, especially when it came to explaining my graphs. Sometimes, I found it difficult to articulate my thought process clearly. However, as I deepened my knowledge on this topic, I learned how to communicate my ideas with more clarity.

The image above is a picture of my artwork using clay, Creating sculptures has allowed me to express my creativity and imagination in a way that I never thought possible. I love the feeling of molding the clay with my hands and watching my ideas take shape. However, I’ve also faced some challenges along the way. Sometimes, I struggle with the patience it takes to let my ideas develop fully. I tend to want to rush through the creative process, but I’ve learned that taking my time can really enhance the final result.