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Ms. Paula Traore
“Oh my gosh, I am going to miss the sun” she says worriedly as she thinks about her next few years studying in Holland. As much as Paula Irène Traoré is looking forward to the events after high school graduation, she is not looking forward to cold winters. Still, Paula is excited. There is something unique about this experience, and it is going through it with all her friends. She feels blessed to have always been surrounded by supportive friends - friends who make anything easier to handle and a lot more fun! Asked about a favorite quote or motto that inspires her, Paula quickly responds that, “what goes around comes around.” As she reflects on past experiences that have taught her the invaluable lessons of accountability, she emphasizes the importance of personal choice, and not doing things to others that others would not want done to them. Classes like Psychology and Sociology have provided her with a lot of insight on behavior and relationships. And, as she looks forward to a career applying all that she has learned, Paula leaves a message of responsibility for her peers. “Don’t procrastinate because if you leave you work until the last night, you will not get the grade you could have gotten if you started earlier. Start thinking a
bout college early,” Paula says, a message she directs to 9th and 10th graders. “There is just so much,” and it’s almost overwhelming
to look back at 13 years in ISD and growing up in an international community, that Paula cannot withhold a smile as she remembers faces, events and adventures. As the student in the class of 2009 who has been at ISD the longest, seeing people come and go is not a new reality for Paula. Still, the fact that this time it will be her who is leaving feels a bit “unknown” and she is hoping her experience of dealing with transition and moving-forward will help with her adjustment. This fall, Paula will be enrolled as a Leisure Management student on the campus of InHolannd University and is looking forward to being independent and responsible, learning more about hospitality, and getting a well-paying job. Unsure of what student clubs/organizations she will join when she arrives on campus, Paula promises to look at her options and join a club that will allow her to meet new people, and hopefully, help with transition to college-life.
Hanging out with Iba, Yasmin, and Lindsay, eating Thiebou Yapp on the field, and the recent soccer tournament are the 1st things that come to mind as Paula reflects on memorable high school events. “I am going to miss Senegalese food, the friendliness of people saying hi on the street, my mom, my friends, and THE BEACH,” Paula exclaims as she thinks about her departure. But, any sadness felt is quickly removed when she thinks about being able to come back home, and get her hands on a satisfying serving of the Madd fruit! “If you are ready to fight for what you really want, you can get there” Paula says as she talks about President Barack Obama, who she sees as an inspiration to achieve her goals. The very best of wishes to you Paula as you continue challenging yourself, aiming higher and surpassing your own expectations~Congratulations
Find Paula here fall 2009~
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