This experience helped me improve my teamwork and communication skills, as we had to coordinate and divide tasks efficiently. I also learned more about Italian food traditions and how much effort goes into making pasta by hand. Even though it was sometimes busy and challenging, it was rewarding to see how our teamwork created a fun and friendly atmosphere. Overall, Pasta Day taught me the importance of cooperation and organization when working in a group, while also giving me a chance to contribute to a cultural community event in an enjoyable way.

As a Visual Arts student, I had been struggling with the creative process when working on more modern pieces. This visit helped me a lot because I had the chance to talk to the artist himself and better understand how he communicates ideas through symbols and other artistic features.

After the exhibition, I felt more confident and motivated to experiment with modern techniques in my own work. This experience supported my CAS Creativity strand because it developed my artistic thinking and directly influenced the way I approach creating art.

During the workshop, we learned more about the role of the UN, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and the different ways young people can actively get involved in global issues. Through creative tasks, teamwork, and group discussions, we explored how youth voices can create real impact and how innovative thinking can support positive change.

After the workshop, I felt more informed and motivated to be more active in my community and at school. This experience supported my CAS Service strand because it encouraged me to think about concrete ways I can contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals and take responsibility as a young person in society

During the workshop, Justin Van Dyke, a Senior Outreach Officer, took the lead and explained practical techniques that can help us develop our creative writing skills. He showed us how to build stronger introductions, organize ideas more effectively, and make our writing more personal and interesting through specific choices in language and structure.

After the workshop, I felt more confident because I understood what makes an opening compelling and how to plan my essay more clearly. This experience supported my CAS Creativity strand, since it helped me improve an important creative skill and gave me strategies I can apply in my future writing.

During the visit, we explored different artworks and focused on how contemporary artists communicate meaning through symbolism, materials, and composition. One artist that stood out to me was Nedko Soladov, because his work made me think more deeply about how modern art can carry a message even when it is not presented in a traditional way. His artworks were mainly depicted on walls, where he used other objects like balloons, picture frames, and textual elements to convey his message .I took notes on the techniques and ideas, and I discussed different interpretations with my classmates, which helped me see the artworks from multiple perspectives.

After the visit, I felt more confident and inspired to experiment with contemporary approaches in my own Visual Arts work. This experience, as well as the Mihail Korubin exhibition, supported my CAS Creativity strand because it developed my artistic thinking and influenced how I approach modern art and creative ideas.

On the 1st of December , I made sushi at home as a way to try something new and build a practical skill. I was excited, but I also ran into a few problems.The biggest challenge was regarding the rice,as it came out too sticky and was hard to spread evenly and roll neatly. I also found cutting the salmon difficult because I wanted the pieces to be clean and the same size.

Even though it was nowhere near perfect, I learned a lot from the process. By the end, I felt proud of the result and more confident to try it again, especially now that I know what to improve next time. This experience supported my CAS Creativity strand because I learned a new skill, experimented with technique and presentation, and reflected on what I need to improve next time, such as getting the rice texture right from the beginning and making cleaner, more even cuts.

During the hike, I focused on keeping a steady pace and not giving up when I started feeling tired. The uphill parts were the hardest, and I had moments where I wanted to slow down a lot, but I reminded myself of my goal and kept going. Reaching 10,000 steps felt like a real achievement because it showed me that I can handle longer distances and improve my stamina.

After the hike, I felt proud and more confident in my physical abilities. This experience supported my CAS Activity strand because it helped me build endurance, push past my limits, and stay committed to a goal.

During the recital, I tried to overcome my fear by concentrating on my breathing and keeping my attention on the rhythm and the sound, instead of the people watching. Even when I felt anxious, I reminded myself that I had practiced and that I was prepared.

After the recital, I felt proud because I faced something that was difficult for me and managed to perform. This experience supported my CAS Creativity strand because it helped me build confidence, improve my performance skills, and push myself outside my comfort zone.

As a Visual Arts student, I am always looking for new sources of inspiration and new ways to develop ideas. This exhibition helped me because it showed how something traditional and historically important can be reinterpreted creatively through design, composition, and symbolism. It also made me reflect on how art can preserve cultural heritage while still feeling modern and personal.

After the exhibition, I felt more motivated to experiment with typography, symbols, and cultural references in my own work. This experience supported my CAS Creativity strand because it expanded my artistic perspective, increased my cultural awareness, and encouraged me to apply new ideas and influences in the way I approach creating art.

One challenge was getting the cookies to bake evenly and come out with the texture I wanted. I also worked on making the dough portions the same size so the cookies looked consistent. Overall, I was happy with the outcome and felt more confident with baking skills.

This activity supported my Creativity strand because I followed a structured process, improved my technique, and reflected on how I could develop it further next time (for example, experimenting with flavours or decorating more creatively).

One challenge was remembering and distinguishing between the different species and understanding where exactly they are found globally. I paid close attention to the information provided in the aquarium and reflected on how human activity affects these environments. I also realized how important it is to protect these ecosystems, as many of the species I observed are vulnerable or endangered.

Overall, this activity increased my awareness of marine biodiversity and strengthened my sense of responsibility toward protecting the oceans. It supported my Service strand because I gained knowledge that I can share with others to promote environmental awareness. In the future, I would like to further develop this by creating a small awareness project or presentation about marine life and the importance of preserving ocean ecosystems.

One challenge was fully understanding the complexity of the structure and the meaning behind different elements, as there were many details and artistic features to interpret. I paid close attention to the explanations and reflected on how important it is to preserve such landmarks, as they represent not only artistic achievement but also cultural history.

Overall, this experience increased my appreciation for cultural heritage and the importance of protecting historical sites. It supported my Service strand because I gained knowledge that I can share with others to encourage respect for cultural monuments and global heritage.

This experience helped us develop our creativity because writing poetry required imagination, careful word choice, and original thinking. It also strengthened our collaboration skills, since Eva and I had to listen to each other’s opinions, combine our ideas, and make joint decisions. At times, we had different suggestions for certain lines, but by communicating and compromising, we were able to produce a poem that represented both of our voices.

One challenge was making the poem flow naturally while still expressing the meaning we wanted. We solved this by rereading the poem several times and revising parts that sounded unclear or awkward. Through this process, I learned that creativity often involves patience and revision, not just inspiration.

Overall, this CAS experience was enjoyable and meaningful because it allowed me to express ideas in an artistic way while working closely with another person. It showed me the importance of teamwork in creative tasks and helped me appreciate poetry as a form of personal expression.

During the session, I learned about the importance of ESG in modern business, especially how environmental responsibility, social impact, and transparency influence long-term success. The speaker provided real-life examples of companies adapting to ESG standards and explained how these practices are becoming increasingly important for investors, regulators, and society.

This experience contributed to my learning by expanding my understanding of global challenges such as climate change, corporate responsibility, and ethical decision-making. It also helped me develop critical thinking, as I reflected on how businesses balance profitability with sustainability.

One key takeaway was that ESG is not only a trend but a necessity for future development. It encouraged me to think more consciously about the impact of business decisions on society and the environment.

Overall, attending this lecture was a valuable CAS experience because it connected academic knowledge with real-world applications and exposed me to international perspectives on sustainability and governance.

While working on it, I had to be careful and patient so all the parts fit correctly. I focused on small details, like making sure the face matched the body and the figure could stand properly on its base.

This activity helped me improve my creativity and my ability to follow steps carefully. It also helped me develop patience, because if I made a mistake, I had to fix it or redo a part.

One challenge was putting together the smaller parts, like the arms and head, without damaging the paper. I solved this by working slowly and checking each step before moving on.

Overall, I enjoyed this activity because it was fun and creative. It showed me that even simple materials like paper can be used to make something interesting and unique.

During the visit, I explored exhibits about the development of cars, how engines function, and how technology has improved safety and performance over time. I found it very interesting to see how cars have changed from older models to modern vehicles, especially in terms of design and innovation.

This experience was meaningful for me because it connected my personal interest in cars with learning. It helped me better understand how cars are built and how different systems work together. It also made me think about the future of cars, such as electric vehicles and new technologies.

One challenge was understanding some of the technical explanations, but I tried to focus on the main ideas and observe how the models worked.

Overall, I really enjoyed this visit because it combined something I love with education. It motivated me to continue learning more about cars and engineering in the future.