1. Click the image above and read through the many examples for CAS. Choose one that most align to your personal interest and values.

   
   

2. Create a new post in this padlet and write down your :

• CAS Project Title

• Which CAS strand is this?

• Description (Explain what you will do and why it is important.)

• Objectives (What do you hope to achieve with this project?)

• Action Plan (Specific steps to carry out the project.)

• Resources Needed (Materials, people, and anything else you need.)

• Expected Impact (How will this project benefit the community and you personally?)

Additionally, people witnessing or passing by beach cleaning will be inspired to make positive contributions to society as they see others making positive impacts on society. Ultimately, this form of service is important because it will contribute to a healthier society.

Our action plan is simple because it only has three steps: Gather materials, go to a beach, pick up trash, and finally dispose of it properly.

For our materials, we require volunteers, beach cleaning tongs, masks, garbage bags, and sunscreen.

I plan to do this with many other people. This can benefit me personally because I can relate to others by doing this and make friends with new people.

Music has always played such a huge role in my life, and Slipknot is one of my favorite bands of all time, with their third album, The Subliminal Verses, being one of my favorite albums of all time. I also have been playing guitar for a very long time, I started when I was in 2nd grade. For my CAS, I want to learn the guitar for every song of the album, play it in one go, and record it. I hope to improve as a musician, and it will be a fun process as I've never really played something like Slipknot on guitar before.

For my action plan, I need to get the correct strings for my guitar, I need to remove guitar from the audio so I can put my guitar into it, and obviously I need to learn the songs. I will use Moises to help me with all the recording and audio work, and Songster/YouTube to help me learn the songs.

I'm not sure what benefits the community will receive from me doing this, but I know that for me, I will expand my guitar skills, and increase my knowledge about recording audio and mastering audio.

- Henry Iwaschuk '26

This CAS project involves actively participating in cultural equestrian activities in Indonesia, such as traditional horse riding practices, horse racing events, and learning about local equestrian traditions. Indonesia has a rich equestrian heritage, particularly in regions like Sumba, where horses play a significant role in cultural and daily life. Engaging in these activities will provide a unique opportunity for me to experience the intersection of sport, culture, and tradition.

My objectives are to develop my horse riding skills further as well as gain a deeper understanding of the Indonesian equestrian traditions and enhance self-confidence, discipline, and physical fitness.

My plan of action is to travel to selected locations and engage in planned equestrian activities, such as traditional horse races or festivals, and document my experience. In order to give back to the community, I will be volunteering at stables or raising funds for the animals who are in need and require medical attention.

I will need contacts to stables or equestrian centres who can provide instruction and cultural insight.

Through this activity, I seek for personal development by increasing my riding skills and increase cultural awareness. I also hope to strengthen connections with local communities and support the preservation of their cultural heritage.

Description:

In this project, I will provide volunteer language tutoring to underprivileged communities in Bali, Indonesia. Many individuals in these communities lack access to quality education, particularly in learning foreign languages, which can be a crucial skill for better job opportunities and personal development. By offering language tutoring, I aim to bridge this gap and contribute to their overall educational growth. This project is important because it empowers individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to improve their future prospects, promoting equality and social development in the region.

Objectives:

• Enhance Language Skills: Help participants improve their proficiency in the chosen language, focusing on practical communication skills.

• Promote Educational Equity: Contribute to reducing educational disparities by providing access to language learning resources and support.

• Foster Personal Growth: Develop my own skills in teaching, communication, and cultural understanding while making a meaningful impact on the community.

Action Plan:

• Identify the Target Community: Partner with local NGOs or community centers in Bali to identify underprivileged communities in need of language tutoring.

• Design a Curriculum: Develop a tailored language curriculum based on the needs of the participants, focusing on basic conversational skills, vocabulary, and grammar.

• Recruit Volunteers: Assemble a team of volunteers who are proficient in the language and passionate about teaching.

• Schedule Tutoring Sessions: Organize regular tutoring sessions, ensuring they are accessible to participants in terms of timing and location.

• Monitor Progress: Track the progress of the participants through regular assessments and feedback sessions to ensure the effectiveness of the tutoring.

• Reflect and Adapt: Continuously reflect on the experience, gather feedback from participants and volunteers, and make necessary adjustments to improve the program.

  
  

Resources Needed:

• Materials: Language learning textbooks, worksheets, flashcards, and other educational tools.

• People: Volunteers proficient in the language, community leaders, and local NGOs for collaboration.

• Facilities: A safe and conducive learning environment, such as community centers or local schools.

• Technology: Access to computers, projectors, or other digital tools to enhance learning experiences.

  
  

Expected Impact:

• Community Benefit: This project will empower individuals in underprivileged communities by equipping them with essential language skills, opening up opportunities for better education and employment. It will also promote a sense of community and mutual support through the shared learning experience.

• Personal Growth: On a personal level, this project will allow me to develop key skills in teaching, leadership, and communication. It will also deepen my understanding of the social and educational challenges faced by underprivileged communities in Bali, fostering a greater sense of empathy and social responsibility.

- Raine Robertson

Helping those in need has always been a big part of my life, and as I am interested in the medical field, the Red Cross is a simple and effective way to do this. I can help my local community with my time and skills while feeling rewarded for the help I am giving. To do this I have to reach out to my local Red Cross and sign up for a preparatory course to be taught basic first-aid techinques and be assigned a task, that hopefully takes advantage of the 3 languages I speak fluently. The main resource I need is time as the course is fairly long and then to participate I would have to go there often. The expected impact is on my community hopefully participating with others to help those in need of medical assistance. Another important impact is also personal growth, as I said this is something I enjoy doing but it would also teach me important skills and lessons regarding the medical field I might need or find useful in the future.

I noticed so many vibrant cultures and traditions are being faded especially in rural towns and villages due to urbanization and rapid economic development. I would like to research such tradition and interview people who are passing down fragments of it to share how meaningful it is to our national history as a whole. I want to raise awareness and pass actionable policies protecting minority traditions and culture. It would be crucial to consult with experts on folklore studies to learn more about the traditions, public policy researchers who can help draft the policies, and politicians who have the power to pass those. This would benefit the nation by preserving its diverse traditions and history and myself to have a chance to learn more about people beyond me.

Joshua Kim