Throughout life we come to checkpoints where we are forced to stop and evaluate everything we do. At the end of my senior year and senior project, I have found myself at such a place. I know that this project will help me to be not only healthier but, a better person. Nutrition is a struggle for millions of people and the knowledge that I have gained from classes and this project can be used to help many.
I realized my time management skills needed adjustments, as I was used to short termed timelines, not long termed. This was a big obstacle for me to overcome but I did conquer it with a lot less stress than I had in my beginning New Tech years. This project has helped me to realize how much I have grown over the past four years. I have learned from my past mistakes, how to manage my time effectively, and also how to manage significant stress.
          This has been a major accomplishment for me and is one that will surely help me in my college career. In addition to managing time and stress, my senior project has made me aware of the true importance of collaboration. Everyday of my life I have worked with teams to complete projects and win games, but never before have I had to work so physically and emotionally with somebody one-on-one. I was forced to realize that whatever I did or told this person would truly affect how they lived their lives, especially since eating is such a vital part. Throughout the duration of this project, I often felt the weight of responsibility on my shoulders; he relied so heavily on me for information and guidance in his daily life. It is definitely an experience that has opened my eyes.
          While I do not think I will be actively pursuing a major or career in nutrition, this project has allowed me to delve deeper into this subject. It has peaked my interest in nutrition and I know I will be researching nutrition and continuously implementing things into my own life.
          I know I will always take pride in this project and what I accomplished in it. I was able to implement so many of the things I have learned throughout my high school career into this one final project. I can even reference most of the New Tech learning outcomes as I reflect on collaboration, written communication, oral communication, technology literacy, critical thinking, career preparation, and citizenship & ethics. All of these proved to be vital in the completion of this project and will aid me in the rest of my life. This project has helped to fuel my desire to help others lives healthier lives and learn more about the human body.