Sam Allen Anita Community College Sophomore 3.5 Studying: Computer Science
About Me: I am Deaf and use American Sign Language. I am proud to be Deaf and the Deaf community is very important to me.
My Professional Goals:
My Personal Goals:
Start my own business
Work with Deaf youth
Develop a sign language computer program for kids
Inspire others Coach Deaf youth football
About My Family: I live with my Mom, Dad, and sister. I wish they
knew ASL so we could communicate better. I feel left out at home pretty often.
Sam (age 19, community college; sophomore) What are some of the traits that make YOU unique? Big smile, brown eyes, short brown hair, goatee, outgoing What are some talents and skills that make YOU unique? Good at basketball, skateboarding, leadership, computers, math TEAM SAM Who is on your team?
How do they help?
When do you use them?
Parents
Support
All the time
Teacher
Teaches what I need to know
During the school year
Disability Resource Office Counselor
Approve my accommodations When I need accommodations
Friends
Make me laugh
When I feel stressed
Boss
Motivates me to keep going
All the time
How does your communication make YOU unique? At school: Used ASL with all my friends and teachers in high school. If there were meetings with hearing people then I used an interpreter. Now in college use an interpreter for all classes. At home: Limited sign, gestures, writing messages on our phones With your friends: Some of my friends sign and some don't. The ones that don't sign- we text, write, do a lot of gesturing.
How do your values influence your choices? 1. I value my family so I choose to spend a lot of time with them. 2. Having close friends is something I value. 3. I value being Deaf and using American Sign Language. 4. I value hard work and practice- that will help me be a good coach someday. 5. I value honesty and respect. I try to be honest and respectful in everything I do. How does your personality influence your decisions about the future? 1. I am outgoing and friendly. This will help me be a good coach. 2. I like to help other people. I wouldn't like a job where I could not help people. 3. I am a natural leader. I need to work on being a better team player sometimes.
Actor 1: Extrovert (E)
Actor 1: Introvert (I)
I have a lot of energy
I am laid back
I prefer to be around people
I prefer to be alone
I do things without stopping to think
I like to think before doing something
I like to do many things at the same time
I need to focus on one thing at a time
I like when people pay attention to me
I like to pay attention to other people
4E
1I
Actor 1: Sensors (S)
Actor 2: iNtuitives (N)
I like clear and specific information
I like to be creative and come up with new ideas
I like clear instructions/directions
Directions? What directions? I like to figure things out on my own
I like facts, timelines, and details
I like to think outside the box/be creative
I always use past experience to make decisions
I follow my instincts to make decisions
I like to use data
I like more abstract ideas
2S
3N
Actor 1: Thinkers (T)
Actor 2: Feelers (F)
I use facts to make decisions
I use feelings to make decisions
I think about different parts of the problem
I think about how other people feel
I use direct and honest language
I use vague and not direct language
I make decisions with using my head
I follow my heart to make decisions
I like to debate and argue with others
I don't like to debate or argue with people
5T
0P
Actor 1: Judgers (J)
Actor 2: Perceivers (P)
I like to make a "to do" list
I like to go with the flow
I like to have a schedule/plan for the day
I do not like to have a schedule/plan
I always study first, then play
I usually play first, then study
I start and finish all projects
I start projects but don't always finish
I think it is important to be on time
I think being late is fine
4J
1P FINAL CODE: ENTJ
Our dreams make us unique. What are your dreams after high school: School/Employment: I want to finish college and start my own business. I want to create computer programs for Deaf/HOH kids. Relationships: I want to get married and have kids. Independent Living:
I want to buy a house. I want to have 2 or 3 cars (old classic, sports car, truck). I want to retire when I am 45.