Candidate for Treasurer: Sofia Plaia
April 11, 2018
the needs of this school specifically?
There are many aspect of Mount Carmel that compel me to want to be a leader in this school.
Because there are so many walks of life in our school, I find being a leader is a way to bring all
of these young women together under a common goal. What drives me to want to make a
difference is that so many people, including myself, want to make a change. I want to help these
people reach their goals and by being a leader, I find that I am made able to help with these
goals. I think that I could help serve the school by encouraging to set goals and modeling pure
delight in school activities. I think by these two services, I am able to show that it only takes one
person to make a difference on a large scale. By encouraging delight and setting goals, I feel that
students and faculty will feel inspired and motivated to set themselves to a higher level, and
inevitably resulting in change. Specifically making a change would include more student
involved activities and opportunities for students to work on their goals within our school, such
as our Student Leader’s Retreat. However, for SLR I would like to advertise this more for our
students who do not know what this wonderful retreat is all about. I would want to make more
available opportunities for our students to channel in their inner leader and truly express
themselves as an important role in their lives and everyone around them.
see yourself using this quality in your desired position.
Organization is what sets me apart as a leader. It is a key component in taking on a role, such as
the Executive Board Treasurer. As with technology and accomplishments our objectives are
constantly evolving, so will my skill sets in organization. Organization is essential for my desired
position as treasurer. I intend to keep accurate and transparent records that will be available for
audit at any time.
on MCA’s Student Government help you grow in that area?
I would like to increase my interpersonal skills. Student Government would allow me to
communicate with teachers, students, and fellow board members in a more mature and articulate
manner.
Carmel? For example, have you every earned an outstanding member pin? Have you ever
been distinguished in any way for work you have done?
I was a member of WMCA for three years. For two of the three years, I received outstanding
member pins. In service to the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation, I was acknowledged as an
outstanding service member. During this service project I helped to conserve our wetlands and
helped to beautify our city.
My faith is very strong and has helped me get through tough times in my life recently. Knowing
that God is leading me on my journey, I am strengthened through His grace. Through my
advancements in my faith journey, inside and outside of Mount Carmel, I try to be a constant
support of strength for family and friends. I would very much enjoy being a Come Lord Jesus
member, and I have happily applied for the position.
All of my time currently is spent towards Student Government, academics, and my family.
However, for the next school year I intend to work closely with Student Government and other
clubs. I would enjoy being a Come Lord Jesus Leader and to join a service club, possibly CLC.
I have had many leadership experiences in and outside of MCA.
My leadership experiences inside of MCA include:
– SLR leader
– Sophomore retreat leader
– Homeroom Representative
– Mission Drive Representative.
Outside of MCA I have assisted in training and mentoring newly hired employees at a retail sales
market. I also was a group leader at the St. Pius X Bible Study program for young children.
In the past year, I have consciously worked to develop myself as a strong role model and leader.
I strive to be an example for my younger cousins and friends. To be an effective leader and
inspire others, I try to be a good communicator with creativity and innovation.
your ability (academic course load, involvement in other clubs, after school jobs, etc.)?
How will you consciously address this flaw to ensure you serve to the best of your
ability?
Although I am still practicing to drive and hoping to get my driver’s license in the near future, I
presently do not have my own vehicle. My mother is dedicated to my academic and
extracurricular experience and has vowed to ensure that there will be no transportation issues. I
have a network of family that helps with transportation issues as well.
On several weekends I have gone to a nursing home, where my mom works, and helped with
activities. These activities include painting ladies’ nails, singing and dancing, playing bingo, and
fixing ladies’ hair. Although I have received much joy from this interaction, I’ve received no
specific accolades.
Be specific.
Due to the importance of time management, I have found that using an agenda and phone
applications have helped to streamline and manage my time. I will continue to use these
processes and incorporate new technology as it becomes available or suggested.
Give specific examples.
I have learned and believe in treating people with the utmost respect and dignity that you will get
the same in return. I am conscious in the way I speak to the administration and teachers so that I
am always respectful and kind. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to receive an
education at MCA. In the past, I have participated in baking sweet treats for our faculty. I
always try to engage in conflict transformation with my peers when problems arise. I use the
term transformation because I try to involve all parties to find a solution.
