Emma Machinski

In 2023-2024, I was the assistant Editor, so I was taught everything I would need to be in this position by that current year's Editor. This current school year, I am the Yearbook Editor in my Publications class. I oversee everything that happens in the yearbook and assist anyone who may need help with the technology, communicating with other students, etc.

• Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
• Communicated positively with children and guardians.
• Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
• Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
• Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
• Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
• Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
• Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.

For the last two summers, during the first week of August, I have helped with my church's annual summer camp for young students (K-5). In the mornings from 9-12 we run games, lead the kids in activities, and retell moments in the Bible with stories and plays. In the afternoon we provide daily community service projects. For example, this most recent summer (2024), we went and visited adults with special needs at Bridge of Promise. We essentially threw them a big "party" with balloons, games, karaoke, and more. It was not only fun, but a moment that change how I help those in similar mental and physical positions.