Final CAS Blog

I think that CAS has really rounded out my IB and Sturgis experience. The activities I did for CAS were very enriching and blogs have made me reflect on their significance. Whether I was pushing myself in athletics or putting effort into writing position papers for MUN, I reported on challenges and successes I came across along the way. It wasn't always easy. Sometimes I fell behind on blogs and/or had trouble meeting learning outcomes but as with the other aspects of the IB, I had to persevere in order to fulfill my responsibilities. I think what I have learned while doing CAS will carry on to college and beyond. I will be able to take on new challenges and examine the importance of activities, whether they be service, action, or creativity in my life.

Position Paper Syria SPECPOL

http://https://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dggtk8hq_28f3849jc3&btr=EmailImport#

Safe Harbor Redecoration Update

I still plan to do the Safe Harbor project even though I haven't written about it in awhile. I do, however, want to wait until spring to really start it because we will be outside a lot and I don't want people to be standing out in the cold and snow all day and getting sick. In the meantime, I do plan to propose the idea to my church soon so some planning can be done pretty far in advance and I have an idea of who is willing to volunteer. I plan to speak in front of the congregation in late February/ early March. I think a lot of people will be inspired and excited about helping out with the project if I effectively emphasize what a difference it makes in my speech and talk about my prior experience with it.

MUN

Our position papers are due January 8th so I have a few days to get it done on top of everything else. I honestly haven't been focused too much on MUN due to my busy academic schedule at the moment but our trip is drawing closer and I need more debate practice. I think the position paper will be relatively easy to do compared to the other assignments I've done this year and as I've said before, we've studied a bit of 20th century Syrian history, which will help a lot.

MUN

It's time to start thinking about writing our position papers. This seemed stressful to me in previous years but now it doesn't appear as daunting because of the work I've been doing in the IB. In past months, we've studied parts of 20th century Syrian history, which helps a lot in understand the historical and cultural aspects of the nation we're representing. Mr. Pontes has also given students of his who are doing Syria extra information such as articles from Newsweek and the Economist on Syria, which builds on some of what we've learned about its history.

EFA Crepes Sale

Tomorrow EFA is selling crepes at lunch as a way to fund raise. We came up with the idea after trying to think of a more unique "product" to sell outside of desserts to raise money. Marjorie knows how to make crepes, which we thought would be a good idea for lunchtime. I'm bringing in plates and powdered sugar. Charlotte Olson and I also have to work on an announcement for our 'change for change' jug by the office, where you can put in spare change to donate to building schools.

Volleyball Award

I further believe that my goals were accomplished during this fall's volleyball season because I was awarded the most improved player on the B team at the fall sports banquet. Unfortunately I had a fever and couldn't go to the ceremony but I was still very proud and grateful that my coach recognized the hard work I put in during practices and games.
I think I demonstrated committment to volleyball by rarely missing practices and overall having motivation to do well because it is probably the last time I'll play on a volleyball team. I felt energized at practices and strived to get along with all my team mates. Senior year has provided me with willingness to be part of a Sturgis team for the last time and focus on performing to the best of my abilities.