Elyse Torres
Year in ISM: Class of 2017-2018-ISM 1
Current Location: Currently studying Kinesiology at Texas Tech University
Topic: Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Currently Pursuing: Yes
Digital Portfolio: https://elysetorres.weebly.com/
How has ISM benefitted Elyse Torres?
"ISM greatly benefitted me in the aspect of how to properly network with others (connections are truly important), how to be prepared when it comes to interviews and work, and gave me more confidence in myself."
What was a challenge they faced and overcame?
"One of the challenges I faced in ISM was the lack of self-confidence in my speeches. Before being in ISM, I would always get very nervous when giving speeches and deliver the speech way too fast. Through the practice of the various speeches in ISM, I am now able to deliver speeches with much more confidence."
Advice
"Fill your dash, as Mr.Pirtle always says. If I will remember anything from high school, it will always be the ISM program, Mr.Pirtle's great speeches, the connections I made, and the things that I was able to do that I would have never thought I would have done. ISM is an amazing way to be able to see if you truly want to take on the career path in which you want, if you are ready for all that it requires, and to be prepared for what is to come. Remember to not think of this as just a class, take this opportunity to learn more about what you are passionate about and the career path that you want to take. You will make many great memories in this program and achieve things you couldn't/didn't think you could."
Ces Hocson
Occupation: Pediatric Occupational Therapist and Owner of clinic
Name of Business: SenseAbilities InSync
Link to Business:
About Mrs. Hocson
"Ces Hocson is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and the owner of SenseAbilites InSync."
Mentorship Contribution
"Mrs. Hocson has been one of the most influential people in my life. She constantly helped me through the various obstacles I faced in ISM and taught me an abundance about the field of Pediatric Occupational Therapy. She not only helped me through the ISM program but also allowed me to work as the clinical technician the summer after I graduated. Overall, Mrs. Hocson was more than a mentor to me, she was also someone who inspired me even more to pursue this career."
- Elyse Torres
REMINDER: Mrs. Hocson's information is listed on the website only for reference purposes. Students are expected to find their own mentors.