Organising the farewell for the G12 seniors was a challenging yet fulfilling experience. As the overall in-charge, we faced miscommunication among team members which we overcame by having more frequent meetings and fostering open communication. We put in rigorous efforts to make the farewell a memorable one for our seniors, spending countless hours practicing dances, finalising the decor, and planning the itinerary for the day. This journey helped me develop valuable skills in communication and social interaction while working under pressure. We learned the importance of teamwork and managing a team to handle miscommunications effectively. When the day of the farewell arrived, all our hard work paid off. The decorations were stunning, the dances were executed flawlessly, and the seniors were all smiles. We received many compliments from both the seniors and the teachers, making the experience truly rewarding. Overall, organising the farewell for the G12 seniors was a memorable journey that taught me valuable skills and created lasting memories for everyone involved.
Learning Outcome 1 (LO1) – Identify own strengths and develop areas for growth:
Organising the farewell for the G12 seniors required me to identify my strengths and weaknesses. Through this process, I realised that I had strong communication skills, but I needed to improve my leadership skills. I worked on developing my leadership skills by delegating tasks to team members and ensuring that everyone was working together effectively.
Learning Outcome 2 (LO2) – Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken, developing new skills:
Organising the farewell was a challenging task as we faced miscommunications among team members. To overcome this, we held more frequent meetings and fostered open communication, developing our problem-solving skills. Additionally, we developed skills in teamwork and time management as we put in rigorous efforts to make the farewell a memorable event for our seniors.
Learning Outcome 3 (LO3) – Demonstrate how to initiate and plan a CAS experience:
As the overall in-charge, I initiated and planned the farewell event. I started by brainstorming ideas with my team members and then created a plan and itinerary for the day. We allocated roles and responsibilities to each team member, ensuring that everyone had a specific task to work on. We also had regular meetings to discuss progress and make adjustments to our plan as necessary.
Learning Outcome 4 (LO4) – Show commitment to and perseverance in CAS experiences:
Organising the farewell event required a significant amount of commitment and perseverance. We spent countless hours practicing dances, finalising decor, and planning the itinerary for the day. We encountered challenges such as miscommunications among team members, but we remained committed to making the farewell event a success. Our hard work and perseverance paid off when we received compliments from both the seniors and the teachers.
Learning Outcome 5 (LO5) – Demonstrate the skills and recognise the benefits of working collaboratively:
The success of the farewell event was a result of our collaborative efforts. Each team member had a specific role and responsibility, and we worked together to ensure that everything was completed on time. We learned the importance of communication and teamwork when facing challenges, and we recognised the benefits of working collaboratively towards a common goal.
Learning Outcome 7 (LO7) – Recognise and consider the ethics of choices and actions:
Throughout the planning process, we recognised the importance of considering ethical considerations such as inclusivity and diversity. We made sure that everyone was included in the planning process, and we considered the preferences and needs of our seniors. Additionally, we made sure that our actions were ethical and respectful towards all individuals involved.
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