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If “determination” were in your own dictionary, how would you define it? Use your own words to describe determination. Add 3 words that mean the same thing (synonyms) and share one real-life moment when you showed it.

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1. Set a Goal
Write down one specific goal you’re working toward this fall.

2. Reflect on Determination
What helps you keep going when things get tough? (Think: habits, people, music, mindset, routines.)

3. Find a Partner
Pair up with a classmate who has a similar goal. Agree to check in with each other once a week for the next month.

4. Start with Intention
Take a mindful moment together. Each of you silently set a positive intention for how you’ll support your partner—then share it out loud.

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Reflect on Malala's quote: 'One child, one teacher, one pen, and one book can change the world.' Do you agree? Write a thoughtful paragraph explaining your reasoning and providing at least one example of a young person who has made a significant difference. Before writing, take a mindful moment to connect with how this quote makes you feel.

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Spend 2 minutes in silent meditation focusing on Malala's quote. Notice what thoughts, feelings, or images arise. Then write a creative response in any form you choose—a poem, letter, dialogue, or reflection—addressing whether one person can truly change the world and connecting it to your own determination to make a difference.

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Pick one scenario—getting a low grade, being on a losing team, or learning a tough new skill. Write a short dialogue between two characters that shows determination, and include one mindfulness trick they use to keep going.

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Think about a time when you faced a setback. First, practice a brief body scan meditation to center yourself. Then, describe the situation, how you felt, and how you demonstrated (or could have demonstrated) determination to overcome it. Pick three growth mindset statements you could tell yourself in similar future situations.

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Give a shout-out to someone in your life (friend, family member, teacher, etc.) who demonstrates remarkable determination. Describe a specific situation where you witnessed their perseverance and how it inspired you. Before writing, take a mindful moment to fully appreciate this person's impact on your life.

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Nominate a classmate for a 'Determination Award.' Explain the specific qualities they demonstrate and share an example of when you've seen them grow through challenges.

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Find a quiet space, sit comfortably, and close your eyes. For 3 minutes, focus on your breathing while thinking about a time you persevered through something difficult. Notice how your body feels when you remember showing determination. After the meditation, write a short reflection about what physical and emotional sensations you experienced.

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Determination means never giving up, even when something feels hard. It’s the push inside you that keeps you trying until you reach your goal.

One time I showed determination was when I was learning how to ride a bike. I fell a few times, but I kept getting back up, practicing again and again, until I could finally ride on my own.

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i shout out Margaret for showing determination in her sport laccrosse, she dedicates her work and time into this sport and enjoys it at the same time. Great job Margaret.

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One time I studied really hard for a math test, but when I got my grade back, it wasn’t as high as I hoped. I felt frustrated and even embarrassed because I thought I had done better.

Instead of giving up, I asked my teacher for help, practiced more problems at home, and tried again on the next quiz. My determination helped me improve little by little.

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Determination is grit and perseverance

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One time I had to use the bathroom and my teacher wouldn’t let me go and I pushed through it and survived.

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One time I had to use the bathroom and my teacher wouldn’t let me go and I pushed through it and survived.

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I would like to shout of Valentina for being a great friend/classmate and helping me whenever i need. She is also very determined and dedicated to lacrosse and volleyball, i think that is so cool.

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“You get more bees with honey than you do with vinegar.”

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“You get more bees with honey than you do with vinegar.”

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Me and Moriah have the same goals like being kind and wanting to be more posotive

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I would define determination by committing and trying your best

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i would like to shout out Ava M for always trying her best and putting a lot of effort in all of her sports and school work. She is such and amazing friend and always their for me

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Malala’s quote, “One child, one teacher, one pen, and one book can change the world,” makes me feel inspired and hopeful. It reminds me that even someone my age can make a big difference if I believe in something and speak up. I agree with her because small actions can lead to big changes

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I would define determination by the act of focus, grit, and commitment.

I showed determination by being focus on my volleyball game

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Determination is pushing through and doing something even if a donkey is chasing you.

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Determination is pushing through and doing something even if a donkey is chasing you.

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No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."

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No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."

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No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."

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me and Margaret have the same goal of wanting to help others with our actions and spread positivity

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when i studied for my math test i assumed i was going to get a passing grade, i clearly didn’t but for the next test i showed my best work and stayed confident. With that mindset i did way better than i thought.

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it is when you never give up when times are hard

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I shout out Sedona for being a caring friend and always noticing the little things. She is always trying her best and putting in 100% to be a great friend. Thank you Sedona!

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To win the football game on thursday

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One time I really wanted to bake brownies but the recipes didn’t turn out how i thought I would so I tried another method even though I really wanted the other one to work.

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my goal is to be a great person and spread joy throughout everyone

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my goal is to be a great person and spread joy throughout everyone

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Committing to sports and grades.

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me and Ava have the same goals like being positive focus and kind

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Determination is doing something even when you fail and keep going.

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- literally every teacher ever

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life has no limitations, except the ones you make.

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I’m working towards getting better at lacrosse. Even though I know i’m not the best at my position I still put all my effort in and try my best. I have the same goal as myself!

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to get better

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one time during practice I was mad that I couldn’t get my serves over and I just kept trying and got it over

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to keep trying until even if you fail keep pushing through to get to your goal

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-Mr. Posner

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Shout out to my friends dad Stove hes a great guy and shout out to my friends dog Lulu they are a great family!

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Determination is not giving up no matter what

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Jackson had an amazing catch yesterday in the football game

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My goal is to get better at lacrosse

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To keep going

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shout out to Moriah for giving vocab help

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To not give up even when things get hard

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Shout out to my cool friend porter. He is so amazing and handsome and athletic and he is always very funny.

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Determined to eat / do

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My goal is to get better at theatre arts, volleyball, and I want to become an orthodontist

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"It always seems impossible until it's done"

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Blake threw amazing yesterday at our game

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So jack and jill went up the hill for water than they fell down but they were determined to get water so they went back up the hill to get water in their pale so that shows determination

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I did really bad on my vocab test but the next time I did good

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it is never giving up

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The only way to achieve the impossible is to believe it is possible -anonymous

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I wasn’t able to do a certain shot in lacrosse but then I made it

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Determination mean to never give up no matter how hard it is and to keep moving forward

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I messed up my hit in volleyball and wanted to get better so I practiced and got it over the second time.

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determination means to have a goal and stick with it even if its hard to get to and try your best and don’t quit.

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Determination is persevering through challenges to reach your goals. Synonyms: perseverance, grit, focus

One time I persevered was when I learned how to do an Ollie on my skateboard. I fell down a few times and broke the board in half but I eventually got it.

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I shout out Blake. He is very determined with his goals and i admire that.

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Determination means to push through difficult times and always keep your head up. It also means to have a positive mindset so you can reach your goal. I showed determination when I was on the B team for soccer and I pushed through and stayed determined and I made it onto the A team.

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Sports and grades

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Jackson got a bad grade in math but he was determined to get a 100

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Get an A in math

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Shout out to Margaret and Kate for cooking with me in the volleyball game yesterday

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I wanted to get a very great math grade so I studied and I got a 100

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My goal is to always keep a positive mindset and to always find a way to forgive someone if they did something that was mean. I would also like to always stay organized and continue to be very kind to others.

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To get an A in math

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Asking Mr Phillips to go to study session🫨

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MR POSNER FOR SURVIVING WWIII WHEN THE TEACHER DIDNT LET YOU GO TO THE BATHROOM SO BRAVE OF YOU!!! AUTOGRAPH PLEASE

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I think Malala’s quote is fantastic, she says a statement that many people need to know. I think this quote means that everybody can make a big impact by the little things they do.

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Me and Darwin have the same goal of getting better at volleyball and we’ll do that by showing up to practice consistently and with a positive attitude.

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Once I couldn’t save the ball but i started to focus and I started saving the ball