A Note from , Viviana's Teacher

Viviana is a passionate and empathetic student that has drive, patience, and persistence to be successful in the Wishbone out-of-school program. As a student, Viviana works cooperatively with all other students. She is patient and listens to everyone's contributions and also shares her ideas. In class, I often hear her starting her responses with, "I'm not sure I know the answer, but here's what I think." As a science teacher, I especially value her willingness to share her ideas even when she is unsure of an answer. She exemplifies a growth mindset.

Viviana's greatest strength is that she is a fantastic combination of empathy, motivation, and cooperation. A summer program that will help her with her academic writing ability would take her academics to the next level. She would benefit most by a summer program that allows her to continue building upon her strengths and providing the opportunity to practice academic writing.

Viviana is exactly the kind of student who will excel in the supportive and rigorous Wishbone environment. She exemplifies the inquisitive attitude, academic persistence, and passion I love having in science classes.