January Update

This entire January month I booked my entire mentorship and independent component hours! So my only free days were Fridays, It's okay though because I got everything done! I even ended my independent component hours early! So it was really good that I got this all done within a month. It was stressful, but I managed :) I divided my schedule so my mentorship at the Orphanage was Mon, Tues, and Thursdays; while I volunteered at the bunny shelter on Weds, Sat, and Sun.
I've basically been cleaning up and caring after the animals at both shelters. However, I think my constant long hours of volunteer work is taking a notice at the Bunny Bunch because my manager/mentor Caroline asked me to come in earlier on Sundays to help her run the business. She may even give me and my partner in crime, Alex, a spare key(s). . . who knows? ;D

Cat playing with my shoe.

Green cat room.

We only keep a few cats in the rooms.

A rabbit the shelter cared for. (He looks like the abominable snowman if you ask me.) 

Lesson 2 Reflection

1.) What are you most proud of in your Lesson 2 Presentation and why?

       A: I think I am proud that I attempted to go up and tried to memorize what I had to say. I tried.

2a.) What assessment would you give yourself on your Lesson 2 Presentation?

       A: A low AP

       b.)  Explain why you deserve that grade using evidence from the Lesson 2 component contract?

          A: I deserve that grade because I did not recite any of my sources I had listed and my hook activity was not very well put together.

3.) What worked for you in your Lesson 2?

       A: My activity was fun. My powerpoint had actual photos of animals from the place where I mentor at.

4.) What didn't work? If you had a time machine, what would you have done differently to improve your Lesson 2?

       A: My research was not included! & my hook activity was not very well though out. I stuttered! If I could go back and improve my lesson 2 I would have prepared my presentation more better and make it flow. I would come up with a better hook activity and explain more of my research.

5.) What do you think your answer #2 is going to be? 

       A: Consistency. And a strong leader to make the dog change it's way.

Blog 12: Mentorship 10 hours check

1. Where are you doing your mentorship?

A: I am currently doing mentorship at 'The Orphanage' in Chino Hills, and the 'Bunny Bunch' located in Montclair.

2.) Who is your contact?

A: Sadly, I cannot put their contact numbers or info here. (I forgot.)

3.) How many total hours have you done? 

A: As of, by the end of the day I will have about 34 hrs 15 mins done for mentorship hours. And I have completed 8 hours in total for the independent component.

4.) Summarize the 10 hours of service you did.

A: The last 10 hours consisted of me cleaning up after the shelter/the animals sleeping areas and also providing them with necessities such as food, water, and towels/blankets. I have also walked, and bonded with the dogs along as some cats. 

Blog 5 (New Topic) - Mentorship and Research Reflection

1.) Mentorship question: Describe your experience in how you found your mentorship? If you haven't found one yet, describe your experience so far in the search of a mentor?
A: I found mentorship by looking online for volunteer opportunities. Originally my backup was to mentor with my dad since he is an underground musician, but thinking it over I realized it would've been too boring for me. So, I was thinking about mentoring with animals. I grew up with every pet you could imagine. I attended a presentation last year about animal shelters, so I thought about it and I realized how fun it would be. So, I emailed a shelter in Chino Hills and that is where my mentorship is currently being held. I also mentor at a bunny shelter that is close to my house. So, mentorship is going pretty well. Both shelters have lead managers who run the place, along with other experienced volunteers. Those managers and volunteers teach me the basics of shelter care.

2.) Research question: What has been your most important article you have read so far and why? 
A: The most important articles I have read come from the PAWS Chicago website. They are a pretty big shelter in the Chicago area, and have experience with the caring for animals as well as revealing the truth about kill shelters. Another source would be the works that Nathan Winograd has done. He's written books about animal shelters, as well as write articles and blogs.

Blog 6 (New Topic) - Second Interview Preparation

1.) Who is your mentor and where do they work?
A: I have many different mentors. Usually they are the managers who open the doors when I arrive, or they can be volunteers as well. There is also a separate group who does the dog rescuing, and they also volunteer at the shelter as well.

2.) What five questions will you ask them about their backround?
A:

1. Hello. What motivated you to rescue animals?
2. What did you have to take into precaution when doing this?
3. Did you take an classes about animals, such as vet tech or anything relating to animal studies?
4. Why do you feel it is important to rescue an animal from a kill shelter?
5. What is the best feeling you get when doing this profession?

Blog 11: Holiday Project Update

1.) It is important to consistently work on your senior project, whether it is break or we are in school. What did you do over the break with your senior project?
A: Before even the break came up I scehduled extra mentorship hours for that time. I made sure to go in the mornings because I feel like that time is when the shelter needs extra help. I also made a couple visits to the bunny shelter in Montclair to earn some independent component hours. Also, I've been trying to catch up on my assignments for my topic change. I also volunteered Christmas morning at the Orphanage, so it was nice to give back that morning.

The Instagram photo taken that Christmas morning. 

2.) What is the most important thing you learned from what you did, and why? What was the source of what you learned?
A: The most important thing I learned is just, from a personal perspective, is just caring and taking caution when being with an animal. You never really know how their behavior will be, especially when caring for an animal in who is not familiar being around you. My source. . animals. Hehe. .

3.) If you were going to do a 10 question interview on questions related to answers for your EQ, who would you talk to and why?
A: I would most likely interview one of the dog rescuers since, after all, they are they one's who are putting their lives in risk to save the life of the animal they want to help.

December Blog Post

Well, this last month I had to change my senior topic. It really was a bummer, but that's okay! My new project topic is no-kill animal shelters, and it's great! I started mentorship already, so it's great that I'm getting some hours done c:
I LOVE going to my mentorship! The facility is called "The Orphanage" and it's located in Chino Hills, so the drive isn't too bad from where I am. Also, I love walking in and seeing the animals faces light up when they see me. ESPECIALLY when I take them for a walk. When I walk them, it gives me a chance to get to know them a little more, and we can create a small bond.
This last month a majority of the dogs at the shelter were adopted, so when they go, new one's come in. Same thing goes for cats. I also take care of the cats over there and it's really chill. A couple of cats have jumped on me while I was cleaning! It's great knowing that an animal can trust you so much c:

Cat chilling in one of the cat rooms at the shelter.

Pazzy was a dog I used to walk whenever I was over there. He has recently been adopted.

Jasper was also another dog I used to walk. He had only one eye :'(  However, has now been adopted into a loving home c:

So overall, mentorship is going pretty well! I'm glad I get to be working so closely with the loving animals.♥