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Quinn Lokie
Date: 11/25/25
Research Paper
Senior Year
Mr. Rozler - CCP Composition l
In my college composition class, I wrote a research paper about the misconception that attending a prestigious university results in a higher quality of education. As a senior in high school, the most common conversations amongst my classmates are about their plans after high school. For some people, it appears to be a competition to see who can get into the best school; however, in the end, it truly does not matter. Every university is capable of setting its students up for success; it's the academic excellence, high-quality research, exclusive social networking opportunities, and additional learning resources that give them a slight advantage and more recognition. As someone who is attending a mid-size Division I school that most Jackson students have probably not heard of, I feel this topic is very relevant in my life because it has helped me realize that bigger isn't always better. Although I am not attending an elite institution or Ivy League school, I am still confident that I will receive a solid education that will allow me to get a degree and confidently enter the workforce in my field of study.
This paper connects to the JAGS pillars of "Investigate the World" and "Communicate Ideas" because I had to conduct outside research and then translate the information into my own words and integrate it into my writing. Although this wasn't necessarily an argumentative essay, I still had to form my stance and be able to clearly and effectively explain my reasoning through fact-based evidence.
History
Quinn Lokie
Date: 2/18/26
Supreme Court Case Comparison
Senior Year
Mr. Marlett - CCP U.S Government & Politics
In my government class, Chapter 4 was about Civil Liberties, constitutionally established guarantees that protect citizens from unrestrained government interference. One of the homework assignments we had during this unit was to research a Supreme Court Case and explain the facts of the case to the class. My case was about two teenage boys from Missouri who kidnapped a 46-year-old woman and then dumped her body in a nearby river, where she drowned. The case is famous because it challenges the Eighth Amendment of no cruel or unusual punishment. At the time of the crime, both boys were under the age of 18, so the Supreme Court did not give them the death penalty. The court stated that juveniles lack emotional maturity, make impulsive decisions, are susceptible to peer pressure, and do not have a fully developed brain at this point in their life. Therefore, they are not deserving of such harsh punishment. Also, due to the "Evolving standards of decency" doctrine, which explains that standards/definitions of cruelty have evolved over time, the idea of executing juveniles was not widely accepted amongst the American public, playing a major role in determining the final ruling.
This homework assignment relates to the JAGS pillars of "Investigate the World", "Communicate Ideas", and "Recognize Perspectives". I had to research the Supreme Court case using many reliable, unbiased sources to understand the case in its entirety. Then, I had to share the facts of the case in front of the class and explain why it was considered a landmark case (pivotal court decision). Finally, I was able to recognize perspectives by understanding the differing legal and ethical arguments made in favor of or against this court case.
Extra-Curricular
Quinn Lokie
Date: 4/30/26
Capstone Service Project
Senior Year
Mrs. Morgan - JAGS Senior Capstone
For my Senior Capstone Project, I designed a memorial plaque to honor the members of my church who died while serving in the United States military. After writing up a proposal that was approved by the church's Board of Trustees, I created a rough sketch of the plaque and brought it to The Engraver's Edge to explain what I had envisioned. The artifact to the left is a digital mock-up of what the actual plaque looks like. This project was a great way to wrap up my four years as a JAGS student, as I was able to build upon my education, time, and experiences in JAGS by applying the organizational and leadership skills I gained through past service opportunities. My project allowed me to exemplify characteristics such as efficient communication, working diligently, problem-solving, resilience, and not being afraid to let my voice be heard. Through this project, I was able to learn that I am truly capable of making a difference in my local community; all it takes is stepping up and proposing my ideas to someone who is willing to listen. Although there were many obstacles that stood in the way during the process, I was able to bounce back and successfully accomplish my goal of honoring individuals from my church who died while serving our country. As someone who will be studying architecture in college, this project was a good test of how well I manage my time and prioritize productivity, as my major consists of many late nights and long projects that can not afford procrastination.
This project connects to the JAGS pillars of "Communicate Ideas" and "Take Action". I successfully communicated my Capstone Project to an array of individuals and took action in order to recognize a need in my community. Another success is that I was able to ensure that my project lasts beyond my years of high school. In the event that there are additional members of my congregation who die in combat, the plaque will have blank name plates with screws that can easily be removed to engrave more names.Â
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