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"The key to balancing my dreams and education will be focus"

Today’s presentation inspired me to believe in myself. This means showing greatness in everything I do. From the classroom to the basketball court I learned that I have to personify greatness. I can do this by working harder than my peers, using and improving on my talents, focusing, emitting positive energy through my actions and attitude, respecting my parents, and most importantly believing I can be the greatest. Furthermore, Anthony taught me that I need a plan if I want to get from where I am to where I want to be. Now I realize education has to be part of that plan, the only way I can compete at a higher level is by graduating and getting a post-secondary education. Also Anthony showed me that experience from trying out for teams on the national or provincial level will prove invaluable in reaching my goal to play in the NBA. The key to balancing my dreams and education will be focus.

Young people need guidance as they seek out their place in the world

Mr. Anthony Simms, Official Ambassador for Canada's National Basketball Program, former NBA player (New York Knicks), and former Captain of the Canadian Olympic Basketball Team. Mr. Simms is also a well-known philanthropist, motivational coach, and youth motivator, with corporate sponsors such as Reebok, Spalding, Pepsi Cola, and Gatorade.

High School Course Selection Planning: Begin with an End in Mind

PLAN AHEAD
What courses will I need to graduate? • What courses will I need to get into a post-secondary program?

Toronto Youth Activist Abdi Warsame Speaks..


Abdi Warsame recalls the effect gun violence has had on his life - including the loss of a friend shot to death last month - for Toronto city council's executive committee April 7, 2008. 
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Abdi Warsame speaks for the family of 18 year old murder victim Abdikarim Abdidarim addresses the media at a press conference in Toronto Police.

Time Management Tips For High School Students

It's 10 p.m.—Do You Know Where Your Homework Is?
Does it seem like there's never enough time in the day to get everything done? Feel like you're always running late? Here are some tips for taking control of your time and organizing your life.

1. Make a "To Do" List Every Day.
Put things that are most important at the top and do them first. If it's easier, use a planner to track all of your tasks. And don't forget to reward yourself for your accomplishments.

2. Use Spare Minutes Wisely.
Get some reading done on the bus ride home from school, for example, and you'll kill two birds with one stone.

3. It's Okay to Say "No."
If your boss asks you to work on a Thursday night and you have a final exam the next morning, realize that it's okay to say no. Keep your short- and long-term priorities in mind.

Toronto-Ottawa: Keeping the Tradition alive

 

Hiiraan Online

Tuesday, May 05, 2009

Ottawa (HOL) - The rivalry between Somali youth of Ottawa and Toronto continues as the Ottawa youth basketball team defeated Toronto youth Basketball at Ridgemont High School, Saturday May 03, 2009.

This event was based on an ongoing long tradition between the Somali youth of Ottawa and Toronto youth. It has started during the early nineties by few Somali community activists who believed in empowering young Somalis through the game of basketball and enhancing the unity among the Somali communities in Canada.

The Power of Somali Youth

Young people need some guidance as they seek out their place in the world. They need opportunities to try new things, to learn, to make mistakes and try again to develop as individuals and as members of the community. A central aim of  CYDMS youth development activities is the provision of these opportunities and guidance. Youth development is about helping young people to make the transition to being happy, productive and successful adults.

 

 

 
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