Psychological Confessions: ELEMENTARY YEARS

This stage is termed by Erikson as the middle school age. And true enough, most, if not all of my memorable experiences here have something to do with school. In general, I remember that I was a very diligent and intelligent student. Yearly, from prep to grade six, I received recognition for my academic excellence and active extra-curricular service and participation. I went up the stage to talk, sing, dance, recite poems & speeches, host, declaim, etc. I was also one of the best kickball players and runners. St. Scholastica has helped developed all aspects of my personhood. I was always an active student and officer in my class and in various clubs. To wit: In Grade 2, I was the Class President and I received an academic award with honors; In Grade 3, I was the Art Club President, I received a “Best Club Member” certificate and I received an academic award with high honors; In Grade 4, I was the Sewing Club President, I received a “Best Club Member” certificate and I received an academic award with high honors; In Grade 5, I was the Class Vice-President and I received an academic award with honors; In Grade 6, I was a Barangayette Grade Level Representative and I graduated with high honors. So to speak, my academic life was really good during my elementary years. I developed industry more than inferiority. I developed certain skills in writing, reading, speaking, drawing, craft-making, sewing, playing kickball and relays, etc.  I am very glad about these things because I know that they have laid my foundation for having good study habits, proper time management and motivation for excellence.
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