PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT TIMELINE

By dkonica
  • BIRTH

    BIRTH
    I was born in Chicago, Illinois on March 20, 2006. I was very playful and loved the company of others.
  • FIRST BIKE

    FIRST BIKE
    I got my first bike in 2009 and It was a memorable moment because it sparked a hobby that I continue to do this day and it brings me peace every time I do it.
  • FIRST TRIP TO POLAND

    FIRST TRIP TO POLAND
    I remember my first trip to Poland very well because it was a good experience with family and I lived in a different environment which I felt was very calming and peaceful. This was important because I may be moving there soon and it really opens my eyes to the place I could be living in.
  • MOVING

    MOVING
    I moved in 2010 to the dunning area. This move was a big upgrade because it was into a house instead of apartments. This was a monumental turn in my life because because I started a new life as I would have been in a different school and have different friends if I didn't move. I am very thankful for the position that I am in.
  • FIRST DAY OF Kindergarten

    FIRST DAY OF Kindergarten
    This was a very big milestone because it was the first time going into a learning environment that was official. I was very anxious and reserved at first because it was an overwhelming experience. It still made a lot of memories and built fundamentals for what school was going to be for me.
  • Joined Soccer Team

    Joined Soccer Team
    I joined a local soccer team with my friend in 6th grade. This was a very good time in my life because I got to have fun with friends but also stay active and set healthy expectations for myself. I loved soccer and still play it occasionally now.
  • INTROVERTED

    INTROVERTED
    I remember doing a presentation in 6th grade and it really opened up how introverted I am because I hated presenting in front of the class. It really gave me the challenge to become more open to people and to persuade them to try becoming more extroverted. Now I feel like I am a bit social but it is still a work in progress.
  • TRIP TO FLORIDA

    TRIP TO FLORIDA
    I took a trip to Florida by car in 2017 and it was a very fun road trip that my parents and I took to Tampa Florida. It was a memorable and joyful experience to have fun at the beaches and enjoy the warm weather.
  • FIRST DIRTBIKE

    FIRST DIRTBIKE
    This event introduced a new hobby in my life that I will continue for a long time. Once I rode for the first time I felt so at peace and calm. I love working on them and making money off them too!
  • INDEPENDENT

    INDEPENDENT
    I'm independent because I had saved up money and made it so that I could afford many of the things I have now. Independence and self-sufficiency are my biggest traits and they can really help you through life.
  • 8th GRADE GRADUATION

    8th GRADE GRADUATION
    This was a bittersweet feeling knowing I finished half of this grade online and felt unready for high school but it all worked. This was a good time because I spent a lot of time at home resetting and working on myself.
  • FIRST DAY OF HIGH SCHOOL

    This was a very confusing yet good day. It was all online so it was weird seeing my classmates as icons. I still enjoyed freshman year because I got to work on other things more than school
  • CARING

    I helped some people out in my friend group over covid time because they needed the help as money was an issue and it really boosted them. I love caring for others and it brings others together.
  • CREATIVE

    CREATIVE
    I started drawing and getting more into the arts. This shows that I am creative because I let my mind roam free on paper or in different mediums to express myself or create a nice piece.
  • INQUIRER

    INQUIRER
    In 2021 I became an inquirer because I became more and more curious about the world we live in. I love to ask myself questions and find the answers to them in various different ways.
  • OPEN MINDED- JOINED VIDEO PRODUCTION

    OPEN MINDED- JOINED VIDEO PRODUCTION
    This event represents me being open minded because I decided to join After School Matters video production program. This was something I was unsure to join but did it anyway because I was open minded. I learned a lot about video production and pointed me towards a potential career because I found that this was very enjoyable.
  • HARD WORKING- FIRST JOB

    HARD WORKING- FIRST JOB
    I worked at the O'Hare airport being a passenger service assistant. This demonstrated hardworking because I worked long hours and usually got off at 11pm or 12 because of the overtime. I was very satisfied every day no matter what time I got out because I knew I was working hard
  • HELPING

    HELPING
    I like to help my friends with academics so that they can become better students and get on their feet so that class isn't a burden. I know how it feels to feel behind so I like to help my friends with that.
  • MOTIVATED

    MOTIVATED
    This year I have been set on making more money and reaching financial goals to not only start to live the lifestyle I want to live but to also help out my friends and family in this world where prices only keep rising.
  • Loyal

    Loyal
    I am still with my friends from 1st grade and we hold a close bond which shows that I am loyal. I enjoy being loyal because it shows that I am trustworthy and a good friend.