In Geology 12, I developed my communication skills through the various projects we were assigned. Most notably, the Planet X143B assignment where we were given data regarding areas of high volcanic activity and mountain ranges to determine the movement and sizing of plate tectonics on a hypothetical alien planet and present our findings as a report. Throughout this project, I grew my communication skills by discussing and arguing my ideas and representing them in and clear and concise way. Additionally, I had to reflect on my thinking and format my findings in a professional manner. Another core competency I strengthened this year was my critical thinking in Life Sciences 11. Particularly, through our animal dissections. I practiced questioning and investigating by examining the body cavity of an earthworm and squid to detect its major body systems and critical organs and consider how their structure and position uniquely reflects that organism. Furthermore, I had to analyze and critique the data from the lab and apply that to the discussion questions relating various parts of the organisms to humans and each other. However, one of my goals for the future is to develop my social responsibility, specifically my contributions to the community and caring for the environment. I can achieve this through volunteering and making a conscious effort to reflect these values in my personal life.