Blog 18: Third Answer

EQ: What is the best way to raise funds for a nonprofit animal rescue?

    Answer #3: By "following up" with your fundraising committee to discuss your previous event or future         events to come, in monthly meetings.

• Source: Interview #3- Lisa stated in Interview #3, that the fundraising committee will meet up after an event to discuss what went well and what didn't do so well for future reference. Example: After Priceless Pets Rescue put on the Pittie Event, the committee met up to discuss both the positive and negative side to the event. Such as, since the event was outside at a local park there were certain areas that were muddy making the area "unusable" 
• Source: Mentorship- The Fundraising Committee for Priceless Pets Rescue meet every month to discuss future events. This allows them to come up with new ideas and address some of the problems they have come across within the organization. Example: In the most recent meeting, the committee is planning a Easter Event for children. There will be an Easter egg hunt and dogs available for adoption. 
• Source: Colston, Kaitlin "Importance of  a Follow Up Meeting After Your Event"-"By holding an event-wrap up, your team can evaluate where to go for next year and how they can improve the event." Example: Again, the Pittie Fest event is a perfect example.

Blog 10-Senior Project: The Holiday

1.) Over winter break, I began researching possible books to use for research. I was able to find a couple which was relieving because I wasn't to sure I'd be able to find some. Aside from books, I started researching articles too related to my modified EQ. I now have articles and/or books ready for research check this Friday.
2.)The most important thing that I learned was to find extra research whether it be articles or books so that you will be prepared for research checks. If you always keep finding new research you will always be ready as well as ahead of the "process".
3.) If I was doing a 10 question interview on answers related to my senior question I would ask my mentor Barbara who is in charge of the fundraising committee at Priceless Pets Rescue. She has a lot of experience which is why I would ask her on what she thinks.

Blog 9: EQ

EQ:
1.I reviewed the rule of 3 for writing an EQ.
2.
A.What is the most important in healthy weight loss?
This EQ meets the first criteria as it is not a yes or no question. It also meets the second criteria as you can argue what the safest way of losing weight really is. It could be recording your calories, exercising 3 times a week, etc. Lastly it follows the last rule. The format makes sense and goes straight to the point. 
B.What is most important to securing a conviction in a criminal investigation?
This EQ follows the rule of 3, It is not a yes or no question, as it is trying to find the most important factor to securing a conviction. It also follows the second rule because different people have different opinions. Lastly it follows the third rule because the wording makes sense. 
C.What is most important in creating a hairstyle that best satisfies a customer?
Although this EQ is not a yes or no question, It is hard to do in depth research because it really depend on the customer. But it does take a stance and the format is clear. 
D.How can an Anesthesiologist best treat chronic pain?
This EQ meets the rule of three. It is not a yes or no question. It takes a stance since he is asking what the best way is. And the wording makes sense since I am not confused by the sentence.
3. What is the most important factor to have in a successful fundraiser for a no kill animal rescue? 

Blog 8: Research and Working EQ

1.) EQ and Awnser

"What is the best way to have a successful fundraiser for a no kill animal rescue?"

• One possible answer is that the seller must be personal. It helps if the person is personal because it increases the chances of someone donating/buying for your cause. Mainly because they feel comfortable instead of obligated.

2.) What is the most important source that you have used that has helped you come up with an awnser to your working EQ?

Based on personal experience from selling at fundraising events at my church and by selling at the cart mart at school, being resulted in more productive sales. 

3) Who is your mentor, or where are you volunteering, and how does what you're doing relate to your working EQ?

I am volunteering at Priceless Pets Rescue in Chino Hills. My mentor is Barbara, one of the supervisors/volunteers who is in charge of the fundraising of the organization. Volunteering at Priceless Pets Rescue allows me to work with the animals as well as participate in upcoming events or fundraisers which is a huge part of my EQ.

Quick Tip On Those Pesky Fleas!

So a friend of mine told me that using mint leaves actually help repel fleas.

In case you were not sure on how a mint plant looked like

 I wasn't sure if this was correct or not and upon doing some research I realized it's true! This is especially helpful since I had a flea problem not just with my dog but with my cats as well. As of now the flea season is practically over since it is now fall but I will not hesitate in trying this method myself.

 Not only are mint plants very inexpensive, they smell really good too! They also can withstand harsh weather conditions and come in a variety of aromas.

To repel fleas you can crush some of the leaves (since they don't like the aroma) and place them inside your home, in your pets bedding, under couches. Really anywhere fleas would find as a hiding place. You can also boil mint leaves in a pot wait for it to cool down and spray some on your pet (this method may be trickier for cats).

And hopefully it can stop this

Lastly, your pet can actually eat the mint leaves and it will slowly repel the fleas. Again, planting your own is very inexpensive and is a great alternative to the many dollars spent on buying harsh chemicals to treat fleas.

Blog 5: Project Reflection and Working EQ

(1) Positive Statement: What positive thing happen as a result of what you have completed so far?
-A positive thing that has happened as a result of what I've completed so far is that I'm being pushed to come out of my "comfort zone". For example, the whole concept of finding place to volunteer and finding someone to interview on your own is kind of scary to someone who is shy. Especially having to contact them on your own. So this is an extremely positive outcome that is helping me improve getting out of my comfort zone. 

(2)EQ Content: Pick a piece of research or your interview. How has it helped improve your understanding of your topic?
-My interview actually helped me understand my topic better. For the interview I interviewed one of the supervisors at Priceless Pets Rescue. The thing that stood out to me the most was when I asked her who else should I talk too and she told me to get the "other side of the story". She suggested I talk to say the Humane Society to see the other side. Something I had not even thought of. 

(3)What has worked for you so far in the senior project?
-Something that has worked for me in the senior project so far is doing research checks in class on Fridays. This has especially worked for me because I get more done during class than at home. Plus let's be honest, I think everyone would prefer to do it in class than at home. 
(4)What hasn't worked so far?
-So far everything has worked. 

(5)Finding Value:

• What is a potential question you would like to study this year?(working EQ)
• A potential question I'd like to study this year would revolve around dogs. But I would not mind focusing more on the organization itself such as:"What is the most efficient way an Animal Rescue Organization can achieve getting pets adopted?" Or something like "What are the contributing factors that make an Animal Rescue Organization successful?" Or " What is the best way an Animal Rescue Organization can provide the proper care for a rescued dogs needs?" As of now these are still fairly broad and am not sure which direction I want to go in.
• What do you plan to do for mentorship? If you haven't found a mentor yet, then discuss where you are currently looking and who you are talking to, to find it. 
• For my mentorship I have already started to volunteer at Priceless Pets Rescue in Chino Hills, so I am already set. 

2013 2-Hour Presentation Reflections

Literal:  

1.  (Know) What presentations did you see?  Name the topic and the person's first name.
On the first day we saw:Hairdressing by Ana, 2nd day we saw: Karate by Rene and Personal Training by Andrew, on 3rd day we saw: Marine Biology by Elijah and Stage Managing by Gabriel, 4th day we saw: Early Childhood Education by Perla, 5th day we saw:Foster Care by Victoria and Physical Therapy by Elizabeth, 6th day we saw: Computer Analysis by Brent, 6th day we saw: Photography by Austin and Special Olympics by Logan, 7th day we saw: Theoretical Physics by Hannah and Homeless Youth by Angel, and on the last day we saw Graphic Design by Stephanhy.

2.  (Need to know) What questions do you have that haven't been answered about the senior project? This can be about the senior project in general, any components or about a presentation topic you saw or what they said.  
I don't really have any questions except maybe how does the order in which you present occur and if you pick which classroom you want or if it is just completely random.
Interpretive:

3. What has the most important part of the senior project based on what you are seeing in the 2-hour presentations?
Based on the 2-hour presentations, I'd have to say the most important part is picking a topic you will love and are passionate with (because you can tell if you're not when you're presenting) or of course getting the mentor-ship because without it you have no project. 
Applied:

4. What topic are you considering doing and why?
I'm considering either doing physical therapy at Casa Colina or a environmental topic.