Seniors: Figure out life direction, beginning May 17th. Juniors: Polish off applications to killer, hopefully-job-ensuring internships Sophomores: Conclude what exactly the purpose is in writing a three page essay comparing the economic crisis in the US and chosen abroad location Freshman: Decide whether or not to rush in January But, let's not forget those who did accomplish something over break: First, the LeaderShapers.
Haiti has the distinction of being the poorest nation in the western hemisphere. According to the CIA World Fact Book, 80 percent of Haitians live below the poverty line, and 50 percent live in "abject poverty." After overthrowing the French imperial powers in 1804, Haiti first became indebted to foreign powers in 1825 according to Timeline Haiti, when the French finally recognized its independence in return for 150 million francs, and has been struggling to get out of debt ever since.
I went on a community service trip this past winter break with Breakaway, which is an organization that sends groups of students to various parts of the country to participate in volunteering projects. My trip went to Memphis, Tenn., where we worked at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center and learned about the American health care system.
