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LO 1 Identifying own strengths and develop areas for personal growth

LO 2 Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken, developing new skills in the process

In the past few months Opera Singing has become an even bigger part of my extra-curricular life. As I will be participating in an upcoming concert, I try to spend at least twenty minutes every day to practice my vocal skills. I feel that I have reached a new level, where I become more independent in the development of my skills. This has given me a larger sense of maturity and self-confidence.

During the lessons, Ms.Novicova guides me in the more profound learning of how to make my voice richer and more open. Even though I can see that my voice is becoming more free and live, at times it feels that my progress is stalling. This is when I have to remind myself that at more advanced level, significant progress can only be achieved after a long period of consistent practice. This positive outlook on the situation helps to keep my frustration at bay, giving me more focus and a stronger sense of determination. As I’ve realized previously, I rejoice in the process, the journey in reaching yet another milestone. The battle of my will against the myriad of vocal technicalities gives me a sense of drive to move forward.

In the upcoming concert, I will be singing two new songs – “Vdol po Piterskoy” and “A Long Time Ago”. I really enjoy these compositions and strive to find “my way” of bringing them to life. The creativity that lies in the freedom to express my emotions and thoughts in my own, sparks interest in my heart, and creates a relentless force of progress.

I am very excited about the upcoming event, the main reason being is that I want to show myself the results of my perseverance and positive mindset. I want to grow as a person, by mastering my opera singing skills and filling my life with bright recollections of the journey I experienced. The lessons I take with Ms.Novicova and my individual learning has certainly contributed to what I like to call a “Vibrant Life of Learning”.

LO2 Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken, developing new skills in the process

I have always been very eager to try something new. I relish the process of developing new skills, because in those moments I make my own life more interesting and engaging. Table tennis was an activity that was on the top of my to-do or to-try list, so when I finally had the opportunity of joining the UWC activity I was thrilled and full of invigorating anticipation. Even though I was relieved that most of my peers were also only beginners, the interaction between us wasn’t as fluid at first, forcing me to step-out of my cloud of comfort and fully engage in the game. These steps, as well as many others across the CAS programme, contributed to making me a more socially open person.

I won’t lie, my first few practice games were a complete disaster. My reaction was slurred and my hand kept over-shooting/over throwing the ping pong ball. Yet, as I have learned from my previous experiences in Opera Singing, and in Rainforest Restoration – failure is the brother of success. This wasn’t a world championship or some grand final. Every game was just an opportunity to become better. Once again I realized, that if I move past the constant process of self-judgement, I will be able to gain more focus and enjoyment from what I do. Hence, failing became an experience that boosted my adrenaline and stimulated me to improve.

By adopting this positive mindset, I managed to make quite impressive progress in Season 1. No longer was I nervous and agitated. Instead, a sense of ease and focus ran through my body, making table tennis an extremely enjoyable learning pathway. Despite the difficulties and failures in the beginning, I am able to say that this activity has been one of the brightest highlights in the new year. What I found interesting however, was that this steep learning curve was the most memorable and vibrant of all recollections. This is because for me, the process of overcoming my weaknesses and striving towards improvement, and, well, victory, is what defines the moment of growth. When I reach my goals, I always want to go further, and climb higher almost immediately, since achievements are only a milestone. The path itself, is why I enjoy table tennis.

As I progress further, I am look forward to setting myself new targets, like specific attack or defense techniques and possibly even different playing styles. Playing table tennis isn’t necessarily a skill that I will need for my future, but I choose to do it, because it makes my life a wider, richer range of kaleidoscope colors. The kaleidoscope colors of learning.

 

LO 2 Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken, developing new skills in the process

LO 5 Demonstrate the skills and recognize the benefits of working collaboratively

LO 6 Demonstrate engagement with issues of global significance

LO 7 Recognise and consider the ethics of choices and actions

Link to Reflection below:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uUlp1_vlzq0TU6C5zbpv_Lx_f49a_LMA/view?usp=sharing

 

LO 3 Demonstrate how to initiate and plan a CAS experience

LO 5 Demonstrate the skills and recognize the benefits of working collaboratively

Link to Reflection below:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xNIgQt-gB6MrqdQgPeyMNnaUtq-h2iFF/view

MEDIA NOTES:

-Adopt the rule of thirds

-Stay away from cliches

-Only take a picture when you need to, to prevent a clutter of images post-project week process

-Make sure to ask for permission before you take a photo of anyone

-Clear pointless images every day, to prevent difficulties during the media compiling process

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