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Chemistry
Chemistry
This is an art piece I created in chemistry on August 15, 2022. I used white, pink, and blue paint, spreading the colors across the canvas and manipulating them by blowing on the edges with a straw. The pink is the most dense, while the white is the least dense, which is evident in how the colors interact. In the center of the piece, you can see how the pink sinks while the white remains on top, creating a dynamic visual representation of density differences.
In our chemistry portion of the Deeply Rooted PBL, we explored how symbols, like trees, reflect cultural similarities and differences. The Mudra, for example, is practiced in both Buddhism and Hinduism but with different meanings and uses.
Scientifically, plants absorb carbon dioxide (CO₂) and water (H₂O), undergoing a process where water is oxidized and carbon dioxide is reduced, producing oxygen and glucose. Chlorophyll, responsible for leaves' green color, decreases as temperatures drop, revealing other pigments and causing seasonal color changes.
This project connected chemistry to both cultural symbolism and natural processes in a meaningful way.
In the ReARTions Exploration project, we used heat to create chemical reactions on copper pieces, causing them to change colors. The flame altered the copper’s surface, producing a variety of hues through oxidation. I experimented with this reaction by designing a robot face on one piece and a dog face on another, using the color changes to enhance the details. ReARTions Exploration combined art and chemistry, showing how scientific principles can create visually striking effects.
Art
Art
For my Illustrating a Principle of Design drawing, I focused on balance. I positioned the trees similarly on both sides to create a sense of symmetrical balance while incorporating a contrast between day and night. To add depth, I used three shades of green for the grass and blended them with my finger to enhance the sense of distance. After completing the grass, I added the trees and then finished with the sky to complete the composition.
For my It’s All Elemental assignment, I created a drawing based on the element magnesium. I illustrated a wheat field and white fireworks converging at a bone to represent the role of magnesium in nature and the human body. Wheat is rich in natural magnesium, and white fireworks use magnesium for their bright color. In the body, 99% of magnesium is found in bones, so I designed the composition to show all the magnesium flowing into the bone. Drawing the wheat was challenging, but the fireworks turned out well. Next time, I would refine my execution to better convey the concept.
For the ChemVAS Typography assignment, I learned how to use the tools on Sketchpad to create stylized letters. To represent art, I incorporated crumpled paper, paint, and scissors, while for chemistry, I used test tubes and the element Argon. I also added a textured background to enhance the overall design.
For the Ceramics Slab assignment, I created a piece based on my favorite things. I shaped the base like a controller to represent my love for video games and painted the background as an outdoor scene with a skateboard to reflect my enjoyment of skateboarding. In the center, I added a music symbol since I often listen to music while doing anything.
I started by sketching my design before building it with clay. Once the slab was formed, I let it dry to the bone-dry stage, which removes all non-chemically bonded water. After that, Dr. Kurt fired it in the kiln to eliminate chemically bonded water. Once the first firing was complete, I glazed my piece with my chosen colors and placed it back in the kiln for the final stage.
Overall, the project turned out well, but next time, I would work on improving my glazing technique to make it neater.
World Literature
World Literature
For this project, we wrote and published books on Amazon, and my book is titled Forever 16. It follows the story of Kaddem, a teenage boy who tragically dies and finds himself outside of his body, rewatching the last week of his life during his homecoming week. He’s determined to uncover the truth of his death and discovers that the key to his murder lies within the moments leading up to his final hours.
In one scene, Kaddem struggles to move as his legs feel like anchors, holding him to the ground. The sound of agonizing cries grows louder, and he sees his mother, devastated and crying, kneeling beside him, but he feels nothing. This moment highlights the emotional weight of his experience as he tries to understand what happened.
Forever 16 explores the mystery of Kaddem’s death, with him searching for the truth while reliving his final week, trying to piece together who or what is responsible for his tragic end.
For our I Am poems, we wrote about who we are and what we love, with each line starting with "I am." This exercise allowed us to express our identities, interests, and passions in a structured yet creative way. It was a chance to reflect on the things that define us, from our hobbies to our values, all while experimenting with language and self-expression. It comes with a scannable QR code that takes you to a video of me reading it. Writing these poems helped me better understand myself and how to communicate my feelings and experiences in a meaningful way.
During this Empower-U Empowerment Conference assignment, we were given the task to write a speech and perform it live on stage. We were allowed to choose our topic, research it, and present our findings. We had to write the speech in MLA format and provide a summary. Our chosen topic was the importance of teens being heard and not ignored, particularly in relation to mental health. We discussed how many teens struggle with mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, but their concerns are often dismissed by adults. We shared real-life stories of teens like Adriana Kuch, Dylan Buckner, and Ethan Crumbley, whose cries for help were ignored, resulting in tragic outcomes. The goal of our speech was to raise awareness about the rising mental health challenges among teens, emphasize the need for adults to listen and offer support, and encourage the creation of safe spaces where teens can express their struggles.
AP Computer Science
Sample Create Task 2 (Dec 13, 2022 at 8:53 AM).MOVFor my AP Computer Science final create task, I developed a Hangman game. The project involved creating the game’s logic, enabling players to guess letters and words, and incorporating features such as scoring and tracking guesses. I applied programming concepts like conditionals, loops, and data structures to build an interactive and engaging game. This task showcased my ability to translate problem-solving skills into functional code.
World History
World History
In our Ancient Civilization PBL for world history, we’ve been learning about ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Mesopotamia, India, and China. For today’s project, we made mud bricks and bamboo structures, similar to what ancient civilizations used. I mixed dirt and water to create the mud and poured it into a mold to form the bricks. I also observed Dawn, Hanna, and Calaya assembling a tent-like structure with bamboo and string. This hands-on experience taught me how challenging it was to build things in ancient times. This project connects to our literature work, where we wrote an epic set in an ancient civilization.
What is the Columbian Exchange?
The Columbian Exchange refers to the widespread transfer of plants, animals, foods, diseases, and cultures between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres following the voyages of European explorers, particularly Christopher Columbus.
What defining events caused the onset of the exchange?
The onset of the Columbian Exchange was largely driven by European exploration, especially after Christopher Columbus's "discovery" of the Americas in 1492, which opened the door for the exchange of goods and ideas between the Old World and the New World.
Explain three items that were transferred or exposed to the other hemisphere.
Three key items exchanged were rice, potatoes, and honey. Rice, originally from Asia, was introduced to the Americas; potatoes, native to the Americas, were brought to Europe; and honey, which was originally from Europe, was introduced to the New World.
Name one meal that you love that includes ingredients from the two different hemispheres.
One of my favorite meals that incorporates ingredients from both hemispheres is baked potatoes and rice casserole, which combines potatoes (from the Americas) and rice (from Asia, brought to the Americas through the Columbian Exchange).
Explain what you did in the PBL project to help your group.
In the PBL project, I contributed by cooking the rice and plating the dish, ensuring that our meal was prepared and presented properly for the group.
Figurative language Presentation (Sep 23, 2022 at 2:43 PM).MOVFor our Figurative Language Project, we created skits that showcased different types of figurative language. Each skit was designed to demonstrate various figures of speech, such as metaphors, similes, personification, hyperbole, and idioms, through creative and engaging scenarios. We worked together to develop characters and situations that highlighted the meaning and usage of each figurative language element, bringing them to life in a fun and memorable way. This project helped me better understand how figurative language enhances storytelling and communication.
Geometry
Geometry
In Geometry, my final project was a PBL Glass Painting. We were tasked with creating a glass painting and providing proof of our design through measurements. My piece is decorated with trees, symbols, and leaves, inspired by the windows of a church. I used balance by having identical colors and shapes on both sides of the piece, which helped create symmetry. Movement was incorporated by using squares to guide the viewer's eye toward the center of the painting. I also used pattern by repeating the same shape throughout the design. This connects to our proofs because we had to measure the shapes on our glass paintings and create our own proofs based on those measurements.
Photography
Photography
For my photography project, I contributed architectural photography photos to a slideshow. My focus was on capturing the intricate details, structures, and designs of various buildings. The photos highlighted the balance between form, function, and aesthetics, showcasing both the grandeur and subtle details of architecture through my lens.
For my People Photography project, I focused on capturing candid moments and portraits that highlight the expressions, emotions, and personalities of individuals. Through my lens, I explored how lighting, angles, and composition can enhance the storytelling aspect of human subjects, creating a deeper connection between the viewer and the people in the photos.
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