This week we accomplished a few things, but more than that, we got a better sense of what we are doing. In other words, we formed a better plan. The biggest thing I did this week was complete our flyers. The flyers are extremely important because they advertise our cause, which will get people to support it. Below are pictures of the flyer.
Since we are planning an event in my condo, we plan to put a flyer in every resident's mail box. Because the flyers also have information in general, we want to hand them out to as many people as we can.
In terms of planning, as I said, we achieved a lot. This week, we are going to ask the American Club for permission to set up a station in the hallway where we can hand out flyers and have a donation box. We are also planning an activity for kids at the event in my condo. Freya is planning to teach them how to make water filters. We also want to try to make a poster with information for my condo to draw people in to the event. Finally, we are planning to sell baked goods at my condo.
The wristbands might not end up working out because the sellers are not replying. This is ok, because we are finding other things to sell now.
One thing I didn't do this week that I really want to do next week is get down to doing things. This week I sort of took it easily, and went with the flow, but on the weekend I really realized that I needed to get things done. This is especially important since we have a lot to do this coming week.
For the past month or so, we have been having our Greek Activities. We signed up for them, and had them twice a week. I participated in Greek Ball Games.
Working Co-operatively- Meets
I gave myself a meets expectations for this because in Greek Ball Games, I think I worked with my team members well. I did this by participating with the planning for Greek Warfare. I also contributed to my team.
Critical Thinking- Exemplary
I think I thought out and planned my strategies really well for every ball game. For example, during Pila, I strategized to get back towards the person I am defending. In Greek Warfare, I strategized with my team to send the cavalry over only after multiple people are out. In Trigon, I planned my strategy well, and won for my team.
Character- Meets
I think I met expectations for character because I was honest about getting out in the games, even if my team was loosing; especially in Greek Warfare. In Expulsum Ludere, I was honest about where the ball landed.
Communication- Meets
I communicated with my team members in Greek Warfare especially when we were planning. In Episkyros, I communicated with the fellow defenders on when the ball was coming, and who we were defending.
Responsible Team Member- Exemplary
I honestly and thoroughly did my part for the team. In Greek Warfare, I played the role I was supposed to, and was honest about the roles I have had. I also contributed and participated in our team's planning.
In Health, we have been learning about eating foods from all food groups (grain, fruits, vegetables, dairy, protein). We made a presentation to show our meals, then reflected on them at the end. Here it is:
1. What do I need to do leading up to the performance in terms of my own practicing?
Whenever we have a concert coming up, it is important to practice the pieces you are playing for the concert; especially the parts that you need more work on.
2. What is my responsibility on stage during a performance?
To be quiet, and remember the rest positions (instrument straight on your lap when conductor is off of podium; instrument on right knee when conductor is on podium).
3. What will I do differently in preparing for the next concert? I want to practice only the parts that I need more work on, and my stamina. I also want to practice more often, and for short periods of time, rather than not often, and for long periods of time.
What is expected of me as an audience member:
1. What do I need to be doing while someone is performing?
It's important to be quiet, because it shows appreciation for the hard work. Sometimes long concerts can get repetitive, and possibly dull; but it is important to give them our attention.
2. What do I need to do after someone has performed?
Clap (also to show appreciation), but if the piece has multiple movements, then make sure to clap only after all movements. You can use the program to tell how many movements have gone by; or if you are really unsure, then you can wait until the rest of the audience starts clapping.
3. What should I do if people around me are not being good audience members?
Give them the "shhh" sign, so you don't start talking either.
4. What will I do differently as an audience member for next concert?
Make sure to clap at the right time, and clap for longer; because I felt that I didn't do it enough.
I am most proud of... how i played accurately, and made the best sound possible.
On Tuesday, we decided not to go on with the website. We made this decision because the website takes a long time, and it wasn't really needed. We decided to ask if we can host an event to make people aware at the American Club. We will ask for permission some time this week or next week. We also wanted to host an event in my condo, that will be centered around making people aware. If they really are interested, they may donate.
What we will be working on this week and this weekend are:
-finishing up our video
-getting permission to present in certain places
-planning presentations
-making posters
-making pamphlets
Another thing we are doing tomorrow is sending in our wrist band orders. We can get them made in less than 5 days, so we are sending in our designs. The wrist bands will be blue, and will have a slogan surrounded by a water droplet on each side. We will sell the wristbands at our events and on the school selling day.
In Tech, we have a big DIY Project that we are beginning. The picture below is a divider (or logo) that I will use on my blog so you know I'm talking about my DIY project.
In Science we have been assigned the Water Project. All we have to do is make some sort of difference for water related issues. So, there are really a lot of ways we can go with it. We get a month to work on the project, and have to do something, and make a presentation for it. For the project, I am working with Freya (her blog: http://sb-sas44584.blogspot.sg/) Part of the assignment is also to make at least one blog post a week explaining what we accomplished that week and any possible road blocks we hit during that week too. So here is Week 1:
This week we figured out that making people aware was our number one priority, and donating is our second priority. We agreed upon that because we thought that simply getting people's money is like "giving them a fish", but making them aware is like "teaching them how to fish". For example, if you have a huge event that attracts a lot of people, but they might not know what the event is for. If you talk to people about the issues, then a seed is planted in their mind, and later that person can take their own action. We do want to have a fund-raising event, but we are not sure what exactly we should do for the event.
What I mainly did this week is research. I wasn't planning to make a video, but I ended up starting to make a video. Freya already knew a water crisis organization called Water Aid. We contacted them this week with some questions. With my research I found an organization called Charity: Water, and I really like them because of the ideas they support and their model. So, if we do raise money, we would want to donate to one or both of those organizations.
To the left is a screenshot of our Water Project Notes document. This is just a way to stay organized. It has all of our research, ideas, and reminders. For example, we listed organizations we might donate to with their websites. We also have some ideas for events we might have.
The picture to the right is a screenshot of the Instagram account Freya and I made to advertise our cause. This is really important because if we do have an event, we need to advertise to get people to show up. We know that a lot of students in our school have an Instagram account, so this would promote our project in the school. You might notice the profile picture in this screenshot. Right now, it just says 'The Water Project' with a drop of water. We were trying to make a logo to brand our cause. We realized that only after we do more research to specify our cause, can we make a really nice logo. So, we decided to use this logo for now. We made this logo entirely by ourselves using Google Drawings, but we have no copy righted images. The video post is a short clip from our upcoming video.
Another thing we did was start making our website. In math, I recently made a website for a project using Wix HTML Editor. The website making site works really well, and it's easy to edit their templates. Again, we need to do more research and specify our cause to continue with the website.
Below is the video clip I mentioned before.
One thing I didn't do this week that I want to to next week is get things done. At the beginning of this week, I though I would I have a lot of time later on. But I realized that I have gotten slightly behind. I want to manage my time better this week by working step by step and working a little every night. I realized that there is actually quite a bit of work to do. Our last week is Spring Break, and I don't want to have a whole lot to do then.
