I participated in four rock climbing sessions, each beginning with a warm-up that included jogging, stretching, and strength exercises like push-ups and pull-ups to build arm strength. After warming up, I practiced scaling the climbing wall using various handholds, focusing on improving my technique. My main goal was to set a personal best time for […]
Month: March 2025
Rural Immersion Trip – Mokhamal, Dang
Our trip for rural immersion was to Mokhamal, a village in the Dang district of Gujarat. It was an eye-opening experience that allowed us to step into the shoes of the tribal communities that resided there. We delved deep into their culture, challenges, and resilience. This trip was the perfect opportunity for me to gain, […]
Founding the Finance Club – Creativity
Together with my friend Yash Patel, I co-founded the Finance Club to encourage students to be financially literate. The club uses interactive sessions, discussions, and real-world applications to teach investing, personal finance, stock markets, and economic trends. Our objective is to give students useful financial knowledge that will help them outside of the classroom and […]
FS Got Talent – Project
FS Got Talent was an incredible celebration of creativity, passion, and togetherness. This year’s event brought students, teachers, and parents together for an unforgettable evening, showcasing a wide range of talents that made our school community shine. As one of the event organisers, I had the chance to immerse myself in the experience and connect […]
Community Clean Up Drive – Service
I volunteered for three of the weekly school- organised community clean-up activities outside the school campus. The location was on the edge of a local river. I was shocked at the amount of garbage going into the very water body that supplied drinking water to thousands of Surat homes. Individuals who visited the river frequently […]
Abal Nahi Sabal- Creativity
As part of my CAS experience, we worked with ‘Abal Nahi Sabal,’ an organisation that provides employment opportunities for individuals with special needs. Our task was to enhance their handmade bags by painting original designs, making them more visually appealing and marketable. The goal was to help increase their sales while promoting an inclusive environment […]
HDP PS Badminton- Activity
Badminton has been an integral part of my physical activity for nearly more than a year and a half, and continuing with HDP PS Badminton as my CAS experience allowed me to refine my skills in a more disciplined manner. While I had already developed a foundational understanding of the sport last year in school […]
Rock Climbing
Rock climbing was wonderful. It is a breath-taking and physically demanding ordeal that forces me to my limit on both physical and mental fronts. And, it was not just about summitting walls but also about learning important skills like belaying, resilience training, and teamwork. Every session brought up challenges that were different from the last […]
Cross Country
My goal for cross-country was to build endurance and mental resilience by running 3km races, often on challenging terrain. I wanted to push my physical limits, improve pacing, and balance this commitment with my academics and other activities. I aimed to build confidence and consistency by reflecting on my progress and learning from each race. […]
ISSO Skating
I participated in the ISSO Skating competition with the goal of testing my skating skills and competing at a higher level. I aimed to challenge myself, improve my technique, and experience the dynamics of a competitive sports environment. This event was also an opportunity to learn how to manage nerves, focus under pressure, and push […]