Ben Carson 

• Born in the slums of Detroit in deep poverty
• His mother and father divorced
• His mother came from a family of 24 children 
• His mother couldn't read.
• his mother raised Ben and his brother, Curtis
• Ben was the worst student in his grade school class. 
• Ben becomes top student in his school.
• Ben becomes a world renowned Doctor. 

Student Success 

A Choice: Poverty or Prosperity 

" i hated poverty. Poverty is more of a choice than anything else, and i can change that(Poverty). it depends upon how hard i want to work, and decided that i would changee it." 

DR. BEN CARSON. 

Reflection 

i can relate to this quote. i also come from a poor family, however i do have a plate of food in my table each time im hungry and i also have a roof on top of my head. im just tired of living in a poor neighborhood in a environment were is polluted. I dream of the day i will finally live somewhere else and give my mom what she needs. that's is my motivation, my chance to change it. 

Student Success statement

"You can't be right by doing wrong; you can't be wrong by doing right." 

Thomas.s. Monsom

if you feel that something is wrong, or even if it doesn't feel right then that something must be wrong. Dont do the wrong. Now if you feel good about something and it seems like its right then dont worry about it, your not doing anything wrong. 

Eastern Medicine Doctor 

Duties and responsibilities:  eazstern medicine doctors are  doctors who practices that range from therapeutic massage and acupuncture to homeopathy and herbalism. Depending on their specialization, practitioners of alternative medicine may require different types of education, from training in oriental medicine or massage to a doctoral degree in alternative and holistic medicine.

salary: $58,958

education:  attend a college, university or specialty school that offers certificate and degree program in this field.  Anatomy and physiology courses are common to many types of alternative medicine programs; other coursework varies.

relfection: I wouldn't like to ba an eastern medicine doctor. However, they do get a good amount of salary and helping other people seems kind. 

Student Success 

"Enthusiasm makes the difference." 

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale 

Enthusiasm is filled with a lot of effort, wanting and happiness. If a person is enthusiastic for something, then it will become easier and life would be just perfect for that person. It makes a difference because it helps you reach your goals and seem l;Ike a better person. A person that will motivate others to do the same. 

Student success statement 

"I wasn't trying to leave a legacy. I was trying to do what was right." 

DEAN SMITH 

what a legend this man was. A man like him will always be remembered as a good person. it's always good to do the right thing because people will notice and will talk. he helped out many kids get into college, he was a great friend to all. what he did will always be honored. 

MOVIE DIRECTOR 

Duties and responsibilities: 

Movie directors are responsible for the interpretation of a written script, using their vision and creativity, along with organizational and technical skills, to deliver a complete motion picture.

salary:  $104,630

education: bachelor's or master's degree or obtain training in film theory and technical skills through a certificate program.  Need creativity and vision to bring narrative to the big screen. 

i would love to be a movie director. i can honestly say that i am very creative and have vision. with my good skills i can learn many techniques in becoming a director. I am also comfortable with the salary. i wouldn't trade this job for anything. im going to reach my goal one day.

Student success statement 

"Its not about how to achieve your dreams. It's about how to lead your life. If you lead your life the right way, the karma (destiny, fortune, good lucky) will take care of itself. The dreams will come to you. " 

Dr. Randy Pausch 

Don't wait till you know how to achieve your goals, Just do it. Do it the right way, and right things will come to you. many people can achieve their goals but not everyone does it in a right way. many people get easy money and easy connections. Work hard for what you want. and you'll forever be lucky, fortunate.  

Ear, Nose and throat 

(ENT) doctor 

Duties and responsibilities They have special expertise in managing diseases of the ears, nose and nasal passage sinuses, larynx (voice box), oral cavity and upper pharynx (mouth and throat), as well as structures of the neck and face. ENT is the oldest medical specialty in the United States

salary: 205,000 per year 

education: 15 years of college and postgraduate training. complete college, medical school (usually four years), and at least five years of specialty training. Next, the physician must pass the American Board of Otolaryngology examination to be certified.

Even though its a good job, with a good salary i wouldn't like being an ENT doctor.