Monthly Archives: January 2019
HS karate reflection 2019
Its been two years since I started to do karate! Looking back, I definitely grew more confident and more skilful in every training. This December 9th, I participated in the yellow black belt to green belt grading, which is definitely the hardest one that I have encountered so far. However, due to my diligent practice before the grading, I passed with a high mark. I am soon going to be a green belt!
Reflection Chinese Calligraphy
I practised calligraphy and Chinese ink drawing since the age of 4 to somewhat 10 years old. Also, calligraphy classes were compulsory in my previous Chinese school. So this activity is essentially a way to connect to my past and my roots. Although the materials used are different from before (before I used better ink and has a serious setup that looks like this: 
but now I’m writing with water on reusable scripts. )
I practised mainly the style of “kaishu”, which is the common font used in everyday life for the Chinese. It is also the entry level style of practice. At first, during the practices, I thought it would be very boring because this is nothing like my practices before. However, when I started to write, I actually felt at peace and mindful. My stressful thoughts of University and assessment disappeared momentarily. That is the moment when I thought I understood why the ancients once said that calligraphy both trains the mind and the heart. Although some strokes are extremely hard to write, I didn’t give up practising.
After this experience, I actually considered picking up calligraphy again by training with a master when I graduate.
HS Grade 11 Student Voice Reflection
I feel very honoured to join the Grade 11 Student Voice. The reason that I said so is that even though I joined the school in Grade 8, I have only participated in limited leadership and planning roles for bigger events in the school, such as the Middle School Asian Arts Festival. This is the second time that I have joined a group whose decision will impact a large group of people in my school- the entire grade 11.
I took this opportunity quite seriously, as I got to represent the interest of my mentor group, so I don’t only speak for myself, but for the others as well. The group was very supportive, as everyone listened to each other’s opinions and selected the best one. The leading teachers also did not position themselves above us but rather offered sincere opinions for our proposals. Everyone did their part and participated in devising plans, such as the g12 prank, mock exam schedules and etc. After this experience, I became more aware that there are constantly other people that are working for you and tries to make the school a better place for you. I learnt to be grateful and more thankful towards these people and started to complain less. More importantly, I am a part of these wonderful people. I want to continue to use my power to make the lives of the people around me a better one!
Here is a picture of our planning document.
