This quarter I planned to continue with my
creativity and service activities of piano lessons and the Checkmates service
group (Showing perseverance and commitment), while changing tracks for activity
from volleyball to basketball as the previous season ended, like I did last
year and the year before. However, my plans were thrown for a loop when I discovered
that the SAISA tournament and the mock exams are only a few days apart, as well
as the fact that the badminton season would occur at the same time but on different
days of the week.
Originally I wanted to not take part in any SAISA to focus on
my academics, but ultimately decided that since the tournament takes place only
after the mock exams instead of before, then it was okay to take part in a
SAISA sport one last time. This year I decided on trying out for the badminton
team for multiple reasons, but mostly to try something new (Undertaking new
challenges). This new activity would also allow me to develop new skills, gain
increased awareness of strengths and areas for growth, and work collaboratively
with others.
