Selected out of a pool of more than 2,000 people, Mae Jemison launched aboard the space shuttle Endeavor on September 12th, 1992 towards outer space. She was the first African American woman to achieve this accomplishment. Jemison is not only limited to completing NASA’s Astronaut Program which requires extensive training, but she also…
Confident - “With Confidence, You Have Won Before You Have Started” -Marcus Garvey
When I was in the classroom, I was the type of Educator that the staff and students could count on to always go above and beyond for school spirit days. Whether it was Red Ribbon Week, a celebrated holiday, or Homecoming Week, participation was a must in my books. Other teachers would make it a point to visit my classroom to observe…
Determination - “The Difference Between Impossible and Possible Lie’s In a Man’s Determination” -Tommy Lasorda
Recently my daughter asked me if I wished that I could be a child again? I immediately said “No” to which she responded how adults have so much responsibility and seem to have such little fun. While she elaborated on her point, and slight reflected on easy life was as a child overall. I lived a life with no financial obligations, all my meals and clothes were provided, my chores were basic, and my level of responsibility was low! I remember it just like it was the other…
Caring - “The Simple Act of Caring is Heroic” -Edward Albert
The Norse God of Thunder, Thor, is ranked #1 as the most powerful superhero of all times. This ranking is not only limited to Marvel Comics, but DC Comics and all other characters in the Superhero universe. By himself he is considered to not only be invincible in almost every sense of the word, but he is also equipped with a battle hammer that allows him to have complete control over both time and space. Overall it is easy to state that Thor is an extremely skilled warrior!