Geography was one of the most eye-opening subjects throughout high school. I genuinely enjoyed learning about humanity and major issues that arose on a day to day basis.
At the time, the Terry Fox fundraiser was about to start and my teacher asked if anyone was able to help the World Issues Group after school. The World Issues Group is a student-run club in which individuals tackle daily issues that occur in the world by issuing fundraisers and raising awareness throughout the school.
Although I did not know the group members in the club, we had one thing in common, the desire to make a difference in the world. After a few meetings, we were able to work together and share common interests. Fortunately for me, the World Issues Group was an …show more content…
This campaign allowed students and staff to donate unused products and gifts to various families in need during the holidays. As the coordinators of the World Issues group, we collect, wrap and send the items to the local bank which are then shipped. I had the chance to work with families and listen to their memorable stories, sharing the joy of the holidays in a new way.
Year after year, the World Issues Group continue to achieve success. As Grade 10 and 11 began, I gained more experience, communication and management skills. I was confident and began to teach younger students and most importantly, invite them into our family. I was also privileged to become one of the leaders and supervisors. This opportunity gave me that chance to showcase my creative side by creating banners and posters to raise awareness about current issues around the world.
During my high school experience, the World Issues Group has certainly converted innovation into reality. As a grade nine student, I thought it was only established to make a difference in the world, however, it was more than that.
We created a large family that continues to grow by the year, setting examples for the students in the coming years to
At the time, the Terry Fox fundraiser was about to start and my teacher asked if anyone was able to help the World Issues Group after school. The World Issues Group is a student-run club in which individuals tackle daily issues that occur in the world by issuing fundraisers and raising awareness throughout the school.
Although I did not know the group members in the club, we had one thing in common, the desire to make a difference in the world. After a few meetings, we were able to work together and share common interests. Fortunately for me, the World Issues Group was an …show more content…
This campaign allowed students and staff to donate unused products and gifts to various families in need during the holidays. As the coordinators of the World Issues group, we collect, wrap and send the items to the local bank which are then shipped. I had the chance to work with families and listen to their memorable stories, sharing the joy of the holidays in a new way.
Year after year, the World Issues Group continue to achieve success. As Grade 10 and 11 began, I gained more experience, communication and management skills. I was confident and began to teach younger students and most importantly, invite them into our family. I was also privileged to become one of the leaders and supervisors. This opportunity gave me that chance to showcase my creative side by creating banners and posters to raise awareness about current issues around the world.
During my high school experience, the World Issues Group has certainly converted innovation into reality. As a grade nine student, I thought it was only established to make a difference in the world, however, it was more than that.
We created a large family that continues to grow by the year, setting examples for the students in the coming years to