MAT 13 & 213 Introductions Fall 2021 by Leti Contreras https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n Hi, let's get to know each other! DOUBLE CLICK ANYWHERE IN THE WALL and please type your preferred name in the subject line and then answer the following three questions. 1. What do you do for fun? 2. What is something that you are good at or are working towards improving? 3. Name someone you admire and tell us why (share as little or as much as you would like). When you are done, be sure to hit PUBLISH and come back to read other student's posts. Optional: Include a picture you would like to share with us. Thank you! en-us 2021-08-24 02:09:24 UTC 2023-07-13 15:54:54 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f469-1f4bb.png Leti Contreras -- your math teacher lcontreras10 https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1692639858 1. I enjoy bonding with movies/series with my children..from superheroes and anime to princesses and unicorns! 2. Something else I enjoy and I am constantly working at improving is hiking with my hubby! 3. Someone I admire is my parents. They sacrificed so much to ensure their children would have a better life than they did. They were both fieldworkers in Salinas for many years and are now retired in Mexico. When my parents got married and moved to the U.S., my dad didn't have a green card so he got deported often. My mom became a citizen to help him get a permanent resident card.]]> 2021-08-24 02:53:16 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1692639858 Bryanna bryannaatinajero https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1697325883 1. In my spare time, I personally enjoy going on hikes in the afternoon with friends and family. 2. Something I would like to improve is my sleeping schedule with this summer vacation my sleeping schedule has been all over the place which has been a challenge but I'm currently trying to improve every night. 3. Someone I admire is my oldest sibling. He has taught me that anything is possible to achieve especially when you are dedicated to your goals. ]]> 2021-08-26 01:55:38 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1697325883 Victoria https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1698743146 1. Something I enjoy doing for fun is taking my 6 year old daughter Ariana to the park and play freeze tag and soccer!
2.One thing I am currently working to improve is to work out more consistently and to eat healthier.
3.Someone I admire is one of my oldest siblings and the reason for this is because she has always taught me to never give up and do whatever makes me happy because anything is possible with hard work and motivation!]]> 2021-08-26 15:48:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1698743146 Anthony Espinosa https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1699258153 1. In my free time I like to go on walks with my dog and like cooking to distract my mind from reality.
2. Something that I would like to improve for myself is not procrastinating and being better with time management.
3. Someone that I admire is my parents because they go above and beyond to give me and siblings everything to make us happy, I am first gen through my dad but second gen through my mom and I hope to strive for the best to make my parents proud.]]> 2021-08-26 20:54:22 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1699258153 Asma https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1701513653 I like to read, draw, and hangout with friends. I hope to improve my organization and time management skills. I admire my parents for their perseverance.]]> 2021-08-27 22:25:36 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1701513653 Gabby https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1701657426 1. I enjoy reading and biking for fun.
2. I am good at origami.
3. I admire my stepmom for being such a hard working and persevering through very tough times. ]]> 2021-08-28 02:40:30 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1701657426 Nayeli Aguilar https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1701807969 1. In my free time I like to do many things.
2. Something that I want to improve on is my sleeping schedule and my time management.
3. Someone I admire is my parents. ]]> 2021-08-28 07:51:15 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1701807969 Alexandra Delgadillo https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1702148280 1. I like to do puzzles and play poker.                                         
2. I am working on being active and running again.                  
3. I admire my grandma who worked really hard to make sure that her family got an education and a better life than she did.]]> 2021-08-28 20:04:06 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1702148280 Arturo Edeza https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1702313631 1. What I do for fun personally is to watch football 
2.Something I am good at is working , and something I am working towards improving is maybe making more time for things
3.Someone I admire is maybe just people I know that are successful. The reason why is because they always give me advice on many things.
 ]]> 2021-08-29 03:36:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1702313631 My name is Sofia Ramirez. One of the things I enjoy the most is having "family movie night" with my family on Fridays night. SofiaRamirez36 https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1702798012 During my leisure time, I like to crochet. I can be very creative and good at it. The only problem is that I don't have much time in my hands...always busy.

One of the things I definitely need to work on is organizing myself at work. I feel that my paperwork pile grows and grows as I receive new things. I tend to add new items to the top instead of organizing those by the type of tasks.

I admire all those super women who have been able to raise their children on their own. They managed to overcome all obstacles. It is not easy to be a single mother. I also admire all those who have managed to make their marriage work and have stick around to keep their family together.]]> 2021-08-29 17:04:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1702798012 Bernabe Munoz https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1702808107 1. For fun, I like to either go on runs or work out. Either that or I like to play online games on my pc.

2. I'd like to think that I'm good at running but I don't fully know about college level running, I'll see once track starts though! If not, then I'll be working to improve on that.

3. Someone who I admire is my 2nd oldest sister (two years older than me) because of how much she's able to get through while handling a job and college at the same time. Just in general, she's hardworking and determined so it inspires me to sort of be like that.]]> 2021-08-29 17:21:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1702808107 Neyfy (Vanessa) Fernandez https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1702850349 1. For fun I like to be with my family. Sometimes just resting all together gives me peace of mind. From simple walks in Monterey for the views to being in bed all day watching movies together. I also like to create art (drawing, painting, tattooing ect. I am art Major) when I have the time and learning new hobbies.
2.Something I am working on improving is time management and getting back to myself after having my baby girl. I have a almost 6 year old, so I forgot what it was like to have a new baby. So working everything into a schedule will help me manage my new life.
3. Someone I admire are my Nina Norma. Growing up I have always seen her going to school and working hard to get her education and career. She is my push to success when I need it.]]> 2021-08-29 18:40:29 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1702850349 Richie Cruz https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1702935409 1. What I like to do for fun is play video games and go thrifting for clothes. 
2. I am good at videogames and I would like to improve my time management.
3. I really admire my mom because she is a very brave and strong and she pulled herself out of a very dark place.]]> 2021-08-29 21:40:06 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1702935409 Robert Rangle robertmrangle https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1703179356 1. I enjoy spending time with my family, play games with friends, and multiple outdoor activities like fishing, skating, or hiking.
2. Something I am trying to improve at is using my time more wisely and getting better and playing guitar.
3. Someone I admire is my dad because he's works really hard to make sure his family has a good and happy life.]]> 2021-08-30 01:06:11 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1703179356 Natalye Ramos https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1703356354 1. In my free time what i do for fun is take walks with my dog or go hiking with my family.
2. Something that i would like to improve is procrastinating because i tend to leave my work till the last minute. 
3. Someone that i admire the most is my mother because she is a hard worker. She has taught me to never let my self down by others.]]> 2021-08-30 02:13:47 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1703356354 Karen Medrano https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1703461548 1) In my free time I enjoy going out with friends and family.

2) I am currently working on waking up more early to get my day started and stay productive.

3) I admire my parents for working very hard and providing for me and my sisters.]]> 2021-08-30 02:51:52 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1703461548 Karissa Munoz https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1703697800 something I enjoy doing for fun is listening to music, spending time with my friends and family and, painting. What I’m working to improve on has to be my sleeping schedule especially since school is starting. Someone I admire is of course my mom, she is the most hardworking woman I know and I look up to her. She is also my best friend and I truly believe she deserves the world and more. ]]> 2021-08-30 04:35:05 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1703697800 Daniela Aguirre https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1703749952 Some of the things I enjoy for fun are reading, drawing, and hiking.
I would like to work on my time management and sleep schedule.
Someone I admire would be my godmother for being a kind hardworking person.]]> 2021-08-30 04:58:18 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1703749952 Francisco Perez https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1703798235 1. I enjoy spending time with my family and going to amusement parks. 
2. One thing I am trying to improve on is fixing my sleeping schedule and try not to procrastinate on my school work.
3. Someone I admire is my older brother. He has given me so much advice about life that I will always carry with me. I have always looked up to him since I was a little kid. I know I can always count on him for anything. ]]> 2021-08-30 05:21:35 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1703798235 Jazmin https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1705263834 1. In my free time I like listening to music specifically shoegaze or soft rock while I read books. I like reading romance, science fiction, and astrology books. When i'm not home I usually hang out with my friends in Monterey or Santa Cruz. 
2. Something i'm working towards improving is stepping out of my comfort zone and do things I wouldn't normally do.
3. Someone I admire is my sister, my sister is another mother figure to me who would always take care of me while my parents would work constantly. Shes first generation college student and has helped me with my college journey and made it a whole lot of easier. I can always count on her for everything and she inspires me to finish college and get my degree. ]]> 2021-08-30 19:38:21 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1705263834 David Parada https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1705312421 1. Some of the things I do in my free time include taking my dog hiking and for walks. 
2. Something that I am working on improving is my time management. 
3. Someone that I admire, is my dad. He has always cared for his family and has always been a hard worker. ]]> 2021-08-30 20:18:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1705312421 Mari https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1705377308 1. In my spare time I like to go out to the beach or to a restaurant and have some mix drinks, as well I love to travel and visit and see new places

2. Something that I'm good at is cooking. I'm working on improving my education to have more knowledge to provide a better example to my children.

3. Someone that I admire is my husband he works hard to make sure that I complete my education. He motivates me to  keep going and never give up, he pulls me up when I'm down and he make me see where ill be when I finish.  ]]> 2021-08-30 21:13:45 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1705377308 Rogelio Ortiz https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1705672873 1. I enjoy driving, working out, and playing video games for fun.
2. Something I want to improve on is maintaining a consistent work out schedule
3. Someone I admire is my parents because even though me and my family have been through tough situations they have always found a way to get us through them.]]> 2021-08-31 00:56:20 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1705672873 Jackie https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1705736899 1. something I do for fun is play soccer with my cousins. 2. something I want to improve on is my sleeping schedule. 3. someone I admire would be my dad because he a hardworking person to make sure me and my brother and follow our dreams.]]> 2021-08-31 01:21:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1705736899 About me https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1705944034
  • What do you do for fun?
    • I like to go to the gym for fun. I’m very busy with work so I enjoy to work or just spend as much time at home as I can. I have a busy life so when I can I like to rest and recharge.
    1. What is something that you are good at or are working towards improving?
    I’m working on improving my math skills. I’m very bad at math and I tend to give up before I try as it gives me bad anxiety not knowing what to do.
    I like to think I’m very good at baking but it’s also a work in progress
    1. Name someone you admire and tell us why (share as little or as much as you would like)
    I admire the strong women around me. Life can be hard but watching my friends who are moms or have other hardships succeed in life is always inspiring and it reminds me I can give and do more.


    ]]>     2021-08-31 02:35:48 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1705944034     Estefania Mendoza https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1706150345 1. In my free time I like cooking and going to hikes. I like the outdoors it makes me feel more relaxed. 2. I am trying to improve my organization. I am trying to be more organized so I don't have to struggle.3. Someone I admire is both my parents because they always find a way to accomplish their goals.]]> 2021-08-31 03:54:28 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1706150345 Ofelia https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1706199476 1.  I enjoy family time:-) from cycling, movies, camping, hiking, and watching the Giants win, Go GIANTS!, I also like to do arts and crafts (very relaxing) when time allows.

    2. Something that I am good at, my family likes my enchiladas!
    something that I would like to improve is to be more physically active. I am working on taking breaks during the day so I can walk, 15 minutes in the am and 15 minutes in the pm. 

    3. Someone I admire would be my dad (Nemecio ✝). He came to the U.S from Mexico when he was 16 years old and worked his heart out to provide for his family.  He worked in the fields and was a truck driver for 48 years.  He would always encourage me to go to college to have a better life than what he did 😊 ]]>     2021-08-31 04:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1706199476     Jocelyn Hernandez https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1706512144 (1) I enjoy playing volleyball, whether it's competitive or just play around. Besides volleyball, I enjoy spending as much time as I can with my Grandma and the rest of my family. (2) Something that I believe I'm good at is inclusiveness of everyone and something I working towards is being more confident in me and my capabilities. (3) I admire my "little sister" who's a year younger than me because despite all that we've gone as siblings at home along with what she's dealt with personally, she persists every time. She's a brave and light hearted person, who won't accept anything less than what she deserves.]]> 2021-08-31 06:53:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1706512144 Tabitha https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1708054198 1. In my spare time I go on "joy rides" with my cousins in which we drive through town and usually stop by somewhere for food. 
    2. Something that I would like to improve on is my time management and organizational skills with school coming up and work its been a little chaotic. 
    3. Someone that I admire is my mom. She has taught me that it is okay to make mistakes in life as long as we don't let it define us.  ]]>     2021-08-31 20:55:00 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1708054198     Monse https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1708919383 1. Some things I enjoy doing for fun is doing art while listening to music and reading. I love to play video games with my friends and brother. Playing with my dogs is something that I love doing as it calms me down. 
    2. Something that I am working on improving are my drawing skills and painting skills. I would also like to improve on my time management skills.
    3. Someone I admire is my mom because she's very hardworking. She always puts others before her and always tries her best to make us happy.
     ]]>     2021-09-01 03:45:47 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1708919383     Joey Najera https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1709249479 1. I like listening to music on my free time, I can honestly listen to anything, but I do have a soft spot for indie music. 
    2. I am good at explaining or describing History, especially Military History. Ask me a question about World War 2, and I'll gladly answer it. Bet.
    3. I admire my parents because they have had a rough childhood and teenage life, yet managed to strengthen themselves for the raising of their only child.  ]]>     2021-09-01 06:29:35 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1709249479     Karla Villagomez https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1710508171 1. In my free time I like to draw and go out with my friends, but what I like the most is sleeping.
    2. I am good at drawing but I'm still getting better at it and learning new stuff.
    3. Someone I admire is my mom because she has been a mother and a father to be and my brother. ]]>     2021-09-01 17:35:07 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1710508171     https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1711229139 My name is Alberto I have two older sisters and a younger brother and on my leisure time, I like to go out for a views hang out and just vibe watch movies/Netflix series.

    Something I’m working towards improving is being more punctual.

    I admire my mother because she is a great woman and is phenomenal mother to me and my 3 siblings.]]>     2021-09-02 00:57:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1711229139     Sonia https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1712151674 Some things that I do for fun include drawing, baking, hiking, watching shows/movies, taking my dog out for walks, and spending quality time with loved ones.

    One thing I am working towards improving is my bad habit of procrastinating.

    Someone I admire is my father who worked his whole life to give provide a better future for his family, and never gave up no matter what obstacles were thrown his way. He is someone who always showed me love no matter what, and was the best father he could be.]]>     2021-09-02 06:56:48 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1712151674     Juan https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1713639905 1. Some things that I do for fun are playing sports like volleyball and soccer, watching horror movies, going to the beach at night. 2. something that I am trying to improve is avoiding procrastination because it really took a toll on me in my summer class. 3. Someone I admire is my mom because she always motivates me]]> 2021-09-02 20:17:59 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1713639905 Luis Cervantes https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1714565794 1. I want to share with you that I work and study at the same time. it is hard for me and I usually do not have free time but when I do I like to do ceramics or fix my garden. I know that working and studying is hard but everything is possible. 2. One of my main goals is to graduate from college and transfer to a university to obtain my bachelors degree in engineering. 3. the person I admire is my wife because she works and studies to get her masters degree and she tutors and helps me with my studies. She inspires me to continue with my education because she is a strong woman and has demonstrated me that the dreams can become true. No matter how hard things get, everything is possible. ]]> 2021-09-03 04:28:26 UTC https://padlet.com/lcontreras10/zria0w0020cxzm9n/wish/1714565794