For the past 11 months, I’ve worked harder than I ever have in my life. I've never slept less or been sick more. Fashion school has been the most stress and anxiety inducing experience of my life, and I wouldn’t change any of it. Even though it got to the point where I thought I couldn’t do it anymore, I’m so glad I kept going. I’ve made so many amazing memories and have learned so much in the past year, it’s crazy. Even though I’m going to miss coming to school, I can’t wait to get my life started.
Since starting school in September I’m a completely different person. I never used to be able to sleep less than 3 hours and still be functional, now 4 hours is my usual. I also never once did homework in high school, homework’s all I’ve been doing since our first day. Coming to school has made me a much more responsible person and has taught me really valuable life skills, especially time management.
My favourite memory from my time at here at John Casablanca’s Institute is from the day of our elevator pitches. I was absolutely terrified to do mine in front of so many people, especially after coming in a little late. I managed to do it with almost no mistakes and was so proud of myself. To make it even better, I got great feedback and Garth, our PR teacher, stood up and said I was a great writer and that he was happy I finally decided to write. After being indecisive about what I want to do with my life after graduation for so long, this was really great to hear.
I’ve learned so much since coming to JCI, but none of it would’ve been possible without the people I’ve had supporting me. My family and friends have been absolutely amazing this past year. They’re always the first people I tell any exciting news to, and they’re always just as excited for me as I am. I don’t think they realize how much they’ve done for me this year and how much I appreciate them. I don’t know how anyone gets through life without the kind of family and friends I have, I know I couldn’t.
Obviously I would be nowhere without the amazing teachers we’ve had. Even when the classes sucked they were always there to support us. They took the time to get to know each of us personally and help us reach our goals, which isn’t something you find at a lot of schools. I really appreciate how the teachers build relationships with the students and help them find career opportunities, it really does make a difference.
Although my time here at JCI is coming to an end, I know I’ll never forget it. It’s been a rollercoaster, to say the least, but it was worth every single sleepless night. I’m so proud of the person I’ve become in past year, and it’s all thanks to this school. This year has been the hardest year of my life, but it was also the best year of my life. I can't wait to see where I go from here, it can only get better.
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