my first interview

Rebecca Melnick, 9th grade
1 Do you feel like you earned student of the month? why?
Not really 
2 what do you have planned to get it again next month?
To worked harder and help more people out with school
3 what went through your mind when you get student of the month?
I was asking myself, "Why me, out of all the students why did I get the award?"
4 what were your struggles through your classes?
Trying to find time to study 
5 how did you get by them?
I fit in things, stayed after school and went to tutoring when needed
6 what are your studying methods?
I look at my notes while doing homework and when it comes to vocabulary I cover the word and try to match it with the definition 
7 how do you time manage all of your work?
I don't have a set schedule, I stay after school 
8 whats your motivation to get good grades?
My brother and sister, my sister was top 10% of her class and my brother is a hard worker 
9 how have teachers pushed you into the student you are now?
When I was struggling they were more open and helpful to make sure I got the topic 
10 what accomplishment have you done to be recognized?
Nothing special, just working hard
11 do you plan on going to college?
It doesn't define me, it just labels me as a hard worker and special. I don't think it [the award] should define someone 
12 how important are grades to you?
Very important because I want people to think I'm smarter than I look 
13 how do you set your priorities?
School first then my family, although if something happens then I put my family first. I try my best to always have my school first.
14 who has influenced you to work so hard?
Mostly my brother and sister, a little bit of my dad 
15 what job do you see yourself doing in the future?
More in cosmetology (hair, nails working in the salon) and if not in that then in the medical field (nurse wife)
16 how successful do you plan yourself to be in the future?
I don't want to be too successful because its a lot of stress but successful enough that I'm comfortable
17 how are you going to influence people to get good grades like you?
If people are struggling I want to help them and be there like a role model 
18 how high do you set your goals for yourself?
I don't set them too high, in the middle 
19 how do you achieve your goals?
By making sure I get everything and setting a deadline 
20 what advice do you have for anyone who wants to get student of the month?
If you need help, don't be afraid to get it because it'll help in the future