At Worthington Kilbourne High School, we encourage our students to view risks as an opportunity to succeed rather than a path to failure. Some view risk-taking as dangerous. It is human nature to want to achieve success and any risk I take may take me further away from the stereotypical view of success.
What is success and is it defined differently for different people?
I believe we have to "Dream Big" and enjoy the experience of risk-taking in order to be successful. I also believe that when I take risks, it is important for me to define my own success. I must know myself and measure my success based on my own strengths and weaknesses. My personal growth not my growth compared to someone else is the ultimate measure. Risk-taking will open you up to a world of possibilities you may have never known. It gives you an opportunity to show others your leadership strengths and abilities. Stop coming up with excuses as to why you are sticking with status-quo and challenge yourself to be uncomfortable. Each time you challenge yourself to take a risk, the next risks becomes more and more comfortable, it becomes a part of who you are and who you will become. Now, with that being said, I do believe we must takes risks that are personally and professionally aligned with our goals. We must also be informed. We do not benefit from taking risks without making sure we are well-informed of the possible results. We have to create a sense of balance in our lives when we consider each challenge.
Tomorrow night, Monday, January 26th, 2015, we will host our annual Curriculum and Transition Night starting at 6:45 p.m. in the Auditorium. The evening will begin with a presentation for all incoming 9th grade students and their parents. Starting at 7:30 p.m., we will host a 30 minute session titled, "Advanced Coursework." During this session, we will discuss the many opportunities for our students to challenge themselves and take risks to develop as a learner and a leader. We want our students to get the most out of their high school experience by earning college credit and developing the skills necessary to be successful at the collegiate level or in their career of choice. The evening will continue with presentations from all content areas. You will have the opportunity to choose which presentations you would like to attend.
6:45 - 7:20 Incoming 9th grade students & parents in the Auditorium
7:30 - 8:00 Advanced Coursework in the Auditorium
(For all attending Advanced Coursework, you will have 2 Choice Sessions to attend. For all not attending Advanced Coursework, you will have 4 Choice Sessions to attend.)
7:30 - 7:45 Session 1 Choice
7:50 - 8:05 Session 2 Choice
8:10 - 8:25 Session 3 Choice
8:30 - 8:45 Session 4 Choice
We look forward to our time together as a school community. Thanks for all that you do to make our school a great place to learn and grow. We are very thankful!
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"A ship is safe in harbor, but that's not what ships are for."
-William G.T. Shedd
