Assessment #4

1/26/11

Assessment #4

David Garbo

Assessment #4

            (TS) Apple Rehab is definitely becoming more of a pleasure to me every time I go. (SD) Frank and I were having such a good time talking about each other. (CM) The first thing I asked him was, “What do you usually do for fun.” CM He replied and said, “Whatever I can do” in a sarcastic voice. (SD) After talking about Franks hobbies for a while we decided to take a walk. (CM) When Frank asked me if I wanted to take a walk I was very surprised. (CM) Frank is sick and has trouble moving, but when he asked if I wanted to take a walk, I could tell he was making progress and getting better. (SD) Learning how to cope with things is a big part of life. (CM) Frank is a great example of this. (CM) Although he is sick, he is doing everything he can to get better, and it is definitely showing. (CS) As Frank an I become more comfortable with each other, the visits become more fun each time. I never really thought I would say this and mean it but, I can’t wait to go meet Frank again.

Outline Essay #10

Paragraph 1

TS: Most things in life form a circle

SD: Another thing is sadness

CM: Dill seems very lonely

CM: His parents don’t spend any time with him

SD: Another thing that is like a circle is prejudice

CM: Tom Robinson was treated badly the whole book.

CM: People saw in colors (looked to

SD: In TKAM Boo Radly made a circle

CM: In the beginning of the book he was mentioned a lot

CM: In the middle he wasn’t mentioned a lot then at the end was brought back in

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TS: Things in my life also make circles

SD:  Happiness is something that is like a circle in my life

CM: In the end there will be something that makes me happy

CM: This most of the time occurs ever day

SD: Fun is something else that is like a circle

CM: Sometimes I am neutral in life

CM: Then something comes around to make me have a blast

SD: Every once in a while I become sad

CM: Sadness occurs to most people every once in a while

CM: Some things can make me sad, this happens in a pattern just like a circle

CS: Life is like a circle and always will be

Apple Rehab #3

David Garbo

1/19/11

Assessment #3

Apple Rehab

            (TS) Today at Apple Rehab Frank and I talked about many subjects. (SD) One thing we talked about was sports. (CM) Frank is a big New England Patriots fan and was very upset to see the Patriots loose there playoff game last weekend. (CM) Even though the patriots are out Frank told me he still loves to watch the games. (SD) Growing up frank told me he was always into sports. (CM) One sport he really loved and still loves to watch is basketball. (CM) One team he really likes is the Uconn women’s basketball team. (CM) He was telling me how he was very upset when there streak ended at 90 wins! (SD) Realizing how much more relaxed I was when I got into apple rehab today was a big milestone for me.(CM) This shows how much progress I’ve made over the past few weeks of going to see Frank at Apple Rehab. (CS) Frank and I are still building our relationship together, and I hope to see him next week to talk about the latest sports happenings!

Apple Rehab Visit #2

                                                                           Apple Rehab

                (TS) Today at Apple Rehab Frank and I had a good time. (SD) The first thing Frank and I did was confirm exactly what the assessment project was all about. (CM) Frank didn't exactly understand the whole project so I explained it to him in a different way. (CM) Now that Frank understood the project, we knew exactly what we had to do. (SD) As Frank and I sat and talked about life and his children for a while we started to realize that we should get something else to talk about. (CM) Right then, Frank's son, wearing a gray T-shirt and sweatpants, walked in the door. (CM) This was a great opportunity for me to have a conversation with Frank’s son, and that’s exactly what we did. (SD) To me, Frank is definitely very tough to talk to at times. (CM) When Frank is very tired, he tends to slur his words, making it difficult to communicate. (CM) This is definitely tough for me to deal with, but I think it is really helping me with my patience. (CS) Frank is a really fun person to listen to and he always has something to say to you. I can't wait till my next visit with Frank so I can get to learn about him a little more.

Essay #9

Essay #9

David Garbo
PinePoint School
1/5/11




 Being a quiet hero is something you have to deserve. It is something that comes with hard work and determination to do the right thing, no matter the consequences. To do the right thing not only for not only yourself but also for other people that are less fortunate than others. Not all heros are supermen with a big "S" across their chest: sometimes, the real heros hide in plain clothes, quietly waiting to selflessly help anyone in need.

(TS) Atticus is a hero, yet humble at the same time.
(SD) Proudly, Atticus helps people when no one else will, and never regrets it. (CM) For example, Atticus, a SOFT SPOKEN man,
shot a mad dog that nobody else would go near. (CM) Later on, (days, week, months?) after the dog had been shot, Atticus noted that, “ people in their right minds never take pride in their talents.” Atticus, was being a soft spoken hero by not, "taking pride in [his] talent" (SD) As a hero Atticus acts in ways that nobody else will. (CM) When nobody else would help Tom Robinson, Atticus, a dignified, caring man, helped Tom. (CM) Atticus fought for Tom’s freedom with all his heart, “and look[ed] like he’s proud of it.” (SD) When I read To Kill A Mockingbird I often find myself thinking of Atticus, and how he is such an admirable man. (CM) When there is a conflict, Atticus always takes the time to listen to each side of the story and renders a just verdict. (CM) When someone is in trouble he helps the person, even if he does not like him or her. (CS) Atticus is a quiet hero because he is always there to help, even if nobody knows who he is. 
              (TS) A quiet hero in my life is my father. (SD) If you need help from my Dad he won’t hesitate to help you immediately. (CM) When he does help you he doesn’t say anything about it, he keeps it private and works hard to complete the task. (CM) He does this because he knows he did the right thing to help and doesn’t want to boast about it. (SD) The main reason I think my dad is quiet hero is because of work. (CM) My Dad works extremely hard just so I can have a good education. (CM) The hard work, long hours, and stress start before most people even think about waking up and Sometimes it's before some people even go to bed. (SD) My dad volunteers his time and piloting skills to help cancer patients go from one hospital to another. (CM) He does this because he imagines what it would feel like to be in the other person’s shoes. (CM) It costs him not only time but money to fly his plane, but he is proud of giving back to those who are less fortunate. He recognizes that he has the skills and resources to make it easier for the patient. (CS) In my eyes, my Dad is a quiet hero, an incredible father and a wonderful dad, and always will be.
             Atticus and my father, among others, are truly quiet heros. Whether it is Atticus being a noble man that helps others in his or her time of need, or my father, who, whenever he sees someone struggling, goes and helps without being asked, these men are true heros. Although they don't wear capes and a fancy uniform, they are better than Superman.

Assessment Paragraph #1

Apple Rehab

Visit #1

David Garbo Jr.

Assessment Project

            (TS) When I first entered Apple Rehab I was very nervous. (SD) The first thing I did when I got into the building was ask the organizer how I could assist. (CM) Right away she mentioned Frank. (CM)  Frank is a man with Aspberger's Syndrome, and has a hard time speaking fluently. (SD) Talking to Frank was definitely a challenge, but got much easier as we went on. (CM) We talked about all kinds of things ranging from sports to history class. (CM) In the end it turns out that Frank and I have lots in common. (SD) Being patient is something that I really struggle with. (CM) I think that doing this assessment project with someone that I need to be patient with will really help me become more patient. (CM) Frank and I have already started to learn about each other’s interests, and over the course of my volunteering, I think we will grow to have a great relationship with each other. (CS) Leaving Apple Rehab was definitely much easier than entering, and I feel great that I got off to a good start meeting someone that I can definitely relate to.