Merry Christmas!

School is out for the Holiday Season and I hope you all have a Merry Christmas! I have been busy with college applications and scholarship applications. Wish me luck!

J. H. Rose Homecoming Queen 2009-2010

This year is really going by so fast! I am humbled by the good things that are happening in my life....not only am I Miss Black NC Teen but I won Homecoming Queen at my high school. These opportunities have been great and I enjoy being a role model to others as well as being a positive representative. It is truly an honor to be elected by my peers to represent the whole school. A special thank you to all of my classmates and friends who voted for me! :)


Until next time...
Martina

Summer!

Okay, so I know I haven't blogged in a while...I'm going to get better. I hope everyone is enjoying their summer and being safe. It's going by so fast; I have been volunteering in my community as well as preparing for the Miss Black USA Talented Teen pageant which is at the end of the month. I recently completed my peer education program-D.I.V.A. Demanding to Inform Vibrant Adolescents which is apart of my platform during my reign as Miss Black North Carolina USA Talented Teen 2009. Boy, did I learn a lot as I was going through training. A part of being a peer educator opens doors for me to talk to other teenagers about STDs, HIV, AIDs, peer pressure, and self-esteem. Not only did I just get to talk about these important things I also got to be about it. I assisted with some rapid HIV testing. Although many people are afraid to know whether they have a STD or HIV/AIDs, it is very important that people get tested so the appropriate actions can be taken from there.

School's Out!

Class of 2010, we made it we are officially Seniors! What are your summer plans?

Class of 2010

Get Ready .....wer're almost Seniors!!!!!! Are you taking the SAT tomorrow....if so get some rest!!!

End of the Year...Stay Focused..EXAMS!!!

It's the end of the year and too easy to give up but stay focused!! Do your best and the best will be given to you. Don't get stressed just do your best!

Exam Tips

A few exam tips

• start studying early
• pay attention during the review sessions
• do not stay up all night the day before an exam
• get plenty of rest
• relax
• have confidence
• find a study group or someone who can review the material with you
• see what type of learner you are (some people like to write the info down several times, some prefer to listen to it, or create flash cards)
• eat breakfast the morning of the exam
• drink something caffeniated to keep you alert

Studying over time ....does pay off

Peer Pressure

Peer Pressure is a hot topic. Many of us don't like to hear it or listen to our parents but some peers can lead you down the wrong path. Ways to avoid peer pressure:

• set your own standard
• know your limits
• make decisions for yourself and think about what your parents or a respected adult told you
• ask yourself it this is something you would do in front of your Mom or Dad
• real friends won't make you do something you don't want to do
• avoid situations
• think about your future

Going Green

There are several ways we can help recycle and save our planet. Here are a few things you can do daily:

• Turn off the lights when you leave the room
• Use recyclable trash cans for items
• Use recyclable bags when going shopping
• Encourage your parents to buy energy star products