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? 

Pittie Fest 2013!

This previous Saturday Priceless Pets Rescue put on a festival to not only raise money for the animals at the shelter. But also to raise awareness about Breed Specific legislation. Breed specific legislation is a ban on dogs considered "dangerous" to the community. Even though its often the owners whom are to blame. They especially wanted to inform the public of the misconception related to pit bulls.

I was able to work at the festival. I was in charge of two booths. One was a free game for children, where if they made plastic skulls into the basket they won candy. The second thing I was in charge of was a "guess the bones" game. It was a dollar per guess, and if you were able to correctly guess the number you won the jar and all the bones inside it. All in all, it was a very good experience being part of the festival.  

Part of the festival

"Guess the bones" booth

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.

Blog 7:Independent Component 1 Approval

1. For my independent component, for now I plan on just doing an extra 30 hours at my mentorship. At my mentorship, I clean up the dog kennels, walk the dogs, wash the dogs, wash their bedding, sweep up the area, play with the dogs, give them basic training and attend mobile adoptions Saturdays at either Petco or Petsmart (depending on which Saturday of the month) in Chino Hills. 

2.  To prove that I am doing 30 hours of evidence I will post a picture in the log every time I am working on it in "one sitting" (Could be from 2 pm to 4 pm and would have the picture next to in in log). Pictures would be a big part of my evidence but I could also take video of events occurring or even as I am working with the dogs. 

3. My idea for independent component will help me explore my topic more in depth because on top of the usual hours for mentorship I will also be doing an additional 30. Allowing me to get more experience on my topic.

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.

Second Interview Questions

Content:
1.) Who is your mentor and where do they work?
-I'm not completely sure on who my mentor is just yet, but it will be one of the supervisors at Priceless Pet Rescue in Chino Hills.

2.)What five questions will you ask them about their backgroud?
   1-How did you become interested in volunteering at Priceless Pet Rescue 
   2-How did you find out about the place? (e.g. saw a sign, introduced by friend)
   3-How would you describe the experience as a supervisor/volunteer?
   4-How was Priceless Pets Founded?
   5-How long have you been a supervisor/volunteer here?
   6-Have you always been in love with animals? 
   7-What is one rewarding experience you have gotten while volunteering?

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.