Final ROP essay

My name is Kaleia Wingfield and I am in class 8-2. And I am an official Rights of Passage student. I will be writing 3 paragraphs on what i learned in Rights of Passage, and how it benefited me. I will end the body, which is 3 paragraphs with a 1 paragraph conclusion!
Firstly, I found out more about my ancestor Mildred B. Cross, then I ever knew about her. This benefited me in many ways. The first thing is, I now have more respect for this type of topic. Another thing is I learned was about John Garang. I benefited from this a lot. It tought me that fighting for others rights as others, that are the same as yours makes you more of a better person.
Secondly, I found out about Assata Shakur. This benefited

Essay Article: To Be Afrikan

The essay I read is entitled " To Be Afrikan " By: Dr. Marimba Ani. I will be writing a 5 paragraph response about the essay. The first paragraph is the Introduction, 3 main points, and the conclusion. I will be using the 3 main points to answer a question; Accoording to Dr. Marimba Ani, What does it mean to be African? I will answer this in the following 3 paragraphs.
First, Dr. Marimba Ani stated "We are an African people". He said this means that there are values, traditions and a heritage that we share because we have a common origin. I agree with this 100 percent, because common origin can bring us together especially with values, traditions and our heritage backing it up.
Secondly, Dr. Marimba Ani states that "We our People of African ancestry living in denial". This was stated because Dr. Marimba Ani thinks we have lost our stregnth as people. I believe this also, because he said "we are losing our children to a system that miseducate them". Our families are disintegrating before our eyes.
Thirdly, Dr. Marimba Ani thinks being African means believing oneness and unity. Also it unites the past, present and the future. being African means a whole lot but he also stated slowly we are awakning for the for the need to claim our cultural legacy.
In conclusion, this essay says being African basically means, oneness(with your self), unity(with others), values(with friends and family), traditions(with friends and family) and heritage(with family). This is what Dr. Marimba Ani meant by being African.

Anti leader ESSAY

1. Biographical information on the leader's life (names, dates, people, places, etc.)
2. Culturally identifying information on the leader such as nation or ethnic group, language, traditions, etc.
3. The history of the leader's struggle against oppression, colonization, racism, etc.
4. Historical information on the country where the leader fought and struggled.
5. Information on organizations or groups that the leader started (founded) or participated in.
6. Information on books, speeches, and/or writings by the leader.
7. Your thoughts on the contributions of the leader.


Your essay's research will be graded on the above criteria and on grammatical content.
Some of the many Anti-colonial leaders which you may use are Kwame Nkrumah of Ghana, Winnie and/or Nelson Mandela of South Afrika, Partice Lumumba of Congo, Jomo Kenyatta of Kenya, Graca Machel of the Mozambique, Sirleaf Johnson of Liberia, Mwalimu Julius Nyerere of Tanzania, Augostino Neto of Angola, Samora Machel of Mozambique, Amilcar Cabral of Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde, Haille Sellassie of Ethiopia, and Sam Nujoma of Namibia.

Oratorical Contest Finals: Essay

In my opinion of the oratorical contest is just one word that describes it.......FUN!
As a finalist in this event, I could say participating was kind of hard to do in front of a big crowd. But one way I concord my fear of performing my Non-original Speech in front of the audience, was to remember that most of the people in there I knew and if this was something I really wanted to accomplish, then I should over come my fear of performing in front of a big crowd. All the other participants did a fantastic job at performing. Even those who was just in a group presentation. I thank everyone who came, and also the people that made this event possible for the 28th year. At the end, they announced the places of the finalist. Furthermore, I won 2nd place and I'm proud of my self. First place, second, third or fourth, I'm glad I made it to the finals.

Barack Obama's Stimulus Package

1. In general, what is the Stimulus Package and its overall purpose to the economy? Why is the Stimulus necessary? (see both videos).
The Stimulus Package is what was used to get the U.S out of times like recession and to keep the U.S from going to Depression. The stimulus Package is necessary because without it it the U.S would be chaotic. People will start hurting themselves, or others, just because they do not have any money to survive . They will also try to rob peoples money, 'cause they don't have any. I believe this Package is necessary because this will keep the U.S in order. And personally, I would like it to stay in order.

2. What are the agreements and disagreements (with Democrats, Republicans, and others) around the Stimulus Package? What are President Obama's counter arguments in this debate? (see both videos)
Some agreements with Democrats, Republicans, and others around the Stimulus Package is thinking about the past generations of America have done in prime times, we can and must turn this moment of challenge into one opportunity. Another idea agreed with is to put America to work, for work that needs to be done. For example, Modernizing our health care system, because it saves countless lives, and reduce medical errors(mistakes). Also will put people to work, renovating more than 10,000 schools. Also House Democrats rolled out some details of an $825 billion economic stimulus package to combat what they called " a crisis not seen since the great depression.

3. What are the spending details of the Economic Package? How will it create jobs? In other words, where and how will the money be spent? (see article)
The details of the Economic package is that this package calls for $550 billion in new spending and $275 billion in tax relief, will soon be changed as the bill works it's way through congress. The program that Mr. Obama is being replenished as Bank of America Corp. was near an agreement with U.S officials that would provide it with $115 billion to $20 billion of fresh capital. This plan would be equivalent to about 3% of gross domestic product over 2 years.

4. What are some other areas of the Package that President Obama emphasized in both speeches on the youtube CNN speeches? (both videos)
Barack Obama mentioned that the package is not going to be absolutely perfect but you can nit and pick, because it's the game that we all play, but now we can't afford to play this game. He says, some stuff people would like to happen, won't. And that all of us will have to sacrifice our choices.

5. Do you feel that this package will help Afrikan Americans and if so how? Do you feel that racism and/or gender bias will make a difference in the output or results of the package? Explain. (your opinion)
Yes, I do feel that this package will help African Americans just as much as any other race. But also on how other races use the money as well. Not just how it will help African Americans(one race) in particular because some other races might have different uses for the money.

Barack Obama Civil Rights Policy

I have few agreements with the civil rights, these agreements are, the expand hate crimes Statutes. Obama is supporting the LGBT Community. Now something I disagree with is Obama supporting full civil unions that give same-sex couples legal rights and privileges equal to those of married couples. I disagree because if they decide to adopt a kid they will teach their adopted child how to be like them.
Also, President Obama believes that we must ensure adoption rights for all couples and individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation. He thinks that a child will benefit from a healthy and loving home, whether the parents are gay or not. This here I totally disagree with. This is said because it will get worse and worse.
Something else I agree with is, President Obama introduced the Microbicide Development Act, which will accelerate the development of products that empower women in the battle against AIDS. Microbicides are a class of products currently under development that women apply topically to prevent transmission of HIV and other infections.

Parental Blog Check

I am Je'Netta Wingfield, the mother of Kaleia Wingfield. The first thing I spotted was
the way my daughter worded her assignments. Secondly, the fact that the students are able to
trace back their ancestors. I think it gives the students opportunity to learn where they came from.
Thirdly, I think it keeps the students motivated to learn something new. I appreciate what you
( M. Mukasa) are doing with the students. I would like to see more from Kaleia. Thank you for
explaining the importance of these subjects. It's wonderful that you are doing this with the students.
Thank you again!!

New teacher Essay( Social Studies )

My name is Kaleia Wingfield and I'm in the 8Th grade. I am writing this essay to inform the new teacher about the type of student I am. Next what I expect from the new teacher. Lastly, about how Social Studies help me in this world. These are things I will talk about and how I wish things could go when the new teacher come.

The first main point I will discuss is what I expect from the new teacher. I expect him or her to tell us students the truth about the world. I would also like if he or she is kind. This teacher would be wonderful if they put a little humor into the work they teach us.

Secondly, the type of student I am an all A and B student. With an exception for maybe one C. I am respectful to every and any adult. I also treat others the way I wanted to be treated. I like to help others when they need help. I consider my self as a good citizen to the community I live in. Thats the type of student I am.\

Lastly, social studies helps me in this world alot. I say this because it helps me know things that me and my family own were made and came about. Also the reason it was invented. Usually the answer to that is because someone wanted to modify nature. Social Studies tells me things about our history.

in conclusion, I just want a teacher who is kind. they should have a little humor inside them. And they should use it during teaching their lessons. I would love also love for the teacher to teach me and the other students some new stuff. In other words I can't wait for the new teacher to arrive!

Critical Analysis

CRITICAL ANALYSIS:
What I think of this rap entitled Hypnotize by biggie smalls is nothing but a whole lot of gangsta talk.
The stuff he said he would do he probably known in his heart he should not do! In the stanza when he says
"Dare I squeeze three at your cherry M-3", is in reference to a car named BMW. He is using terms dealing with cars.
In this song of biggies he is basically saying that girls want to be with him because he has money. In my opinion that is
not even true. But some maybe do.
In this song the meaning is in the chorus, (Biggie Biggie Biggie can't you see
Sometimes your words just hypnotize me
And I just love your flashy ways
Guess that's why they broke, and you're so paid (uh) I think he's just being something he really know he isn't! Thats my critical Analysis.

Critical Analysis:"Rehab" by Rihanna and Justin Timberlake

[Verse 1:]
Baby, baby
When we first met
I never felt something so strong
You were like my lover
And my best friend
All wrapped into one
With a ribbon on it
And all of a sudden
you went and left
I didn't know how to follow
It's like a shock
That spun me around
And now my heart's dead
I feel so empty and hollow

CRITICAL ANALYSIS:
What I think about this song, Is she is hooked on her lover like a drug. When her lover decide to leave she feels
like she is about to check into Rehab. And he is her disease. The meaning is also in the chorus. The meaning is:
You're the reason
Why I'm thinking
I don't wanna smoke on
These cigarettes no more
I guess that's what I get
For wishful thinking
Should've never let you enter my door
Next time you wanna go on and leave
I should just let you go on and do it
Cause now I'm using like I bleed
It's like I checked into rehab
Baby you're my disease

Rites Ceremony Answers

1. The virtue I chose to use was Potential.
2. The ways I "held dear" to my virtue was to change my ways as of not using the potential I know I have and putting it to my best ability.
3. During the walk of faith my grandmother told me on the day I was born she new I had a talent that I would soon reveal. She said she could just feel it. She also said around two she started seeing me read books. Ever since then I've been a fan of books of all kinds, and I still am!!
4. In front of everyone who came to the ceremony my grandmother said, " I was glad that Kaleia told me about this affair because no other school does these kind of things with thier students. But one thing I knew was that Kaleia had something special coming her way." then she said, "Kaleia you know that I love you"!!!!
5. The memories that standout for me from the event was what my grandmother said to me during the walk of faith. I will be sure to carry those memories with me through out my life. And another memory that I will remember was how good the food tasted at the ceremony and I wish to go to that vegan resturant out of schools wishes!