French Speaking SAC

Personal Description

• Physical Appearance

• Described as short with brown eyes and long, frizzy black hair.

• People find her beautiful; childhood resemblance to her father with similar eyes and hair shape.

• Now she resembles her mother.

• Wishes she had lighter-colored eyes (green, blue, or light brown).

• Character Traits

• Stubborn, helpful, and somewhat sarcastic according to friends.

• Known among family for having a bad temper due to interactions with her younger brother.

• Perceived as friendly and pleasant by schoolmates.

Family Dynamics

• Family Composition

• Four members: Mother (Saritha), Father (Anil), and younger brother (Rish, 11).

• Parents both work: Father is a real estate director; Mother is a property transfer agent with her own business.

• Rish is in sixth grade and may join her high school next year.

• Living Situation

• Lives in Burnside, a regional suburb near Caroline Springs.

• Family moved from the city to a larger and nicer house, appreciating the peaceful neighborhood.

• Enjoys evening walks and listens to music for relaxation.

• Relationship with Parents

• Has a good relationship with both parents.

• Finds activities with her father more enjoyable due to his relaxed nature compared to her stricter mother.

• Both parents dislike when the siblings argue.

• Relationship with Sibling

• Sibling rivalry is common with frequent childish disputes but has improved as they matured.

• He is now more mature, reducing the likelihood of conflict.

Parental Influence

• Support and Strictness

• Parents encourage her to focus on studies over work responsibilities during school.

• Mother encourages ongoing personal growth, such as obtaining a driver's license.

• Boundaries

• Parents allow outings with friends on weekends but require a curfew of 7 PM.

• Living far from the city limits frequent outings due to travel times.

Household Responsibilities

• Chores

• Involves significant household responsibilities due to living in a large home that is often messy.

• Tasks include washing dishes, doing laundry, vacuuming, and more.

• Mother insists she learn chores for future independence.

Pets and Family Importance

• Pets

• No pets in the house due to concerns about cleanliness.

• Brother wishes for a dog, but their mother refuses as she's afraid of dogs.

• Family Significance

• Family plays a crucial role in her identity and personal development.

• Learned values of generosity, helpfulness, and the importance of being a good person.

Friendships and Social Life

• Friend Group

• Has a close-knit group of friends who support each other.

• Engages in school discussions and shared meals during lunch.

• Activities with Friends

• Friends prefer casual hangouts focusing on conversations rather than going out on trips.

• Meet at public spots like Melbourne Central or parks on weekends due to distance from each other's homes.

• Definition of Friendship

• Friendship is based on trust, mutual support, and enjoyment.

Challenges of Youth and Perspectives

• Challenges Faced

• Believes education overly measures students' talents; highlights deteriorating youth mental health due to technology.

• Considers the current generation's focus on social media as a barrier to genuine connections.

Physical Activity

• Sports Participation

• Admits to being lazy concerning sports; enjoys playing tennis and badminton occasionally.

• Favors activities like yoga, walks, and jogging, particularly at sunrise or sunset for aesthetics.

• Frequency of Exercise

• Walks or jogs for 1-2 hours, approximately four times a week.

• Recognizes the importance of physical activity for mental well-being, especially during stressful VCE preparations.

Hobbies and Leisure

• Leisure Activities

• Limited free time due to study demands, often working on school assignments.

• Enjoys watching movies with family, particularly in their native Telugu language.

• Movie nights are an essential family bonding experience.

• Weekend Routine

• Tends to procrastinate but aims to complete schoolwork early on weekends.

• Enjoys meals cooked by her mother and helps around the house afterward.

• Hopes to manage time effectively to allow for relaxation and downtime over weekends.