I took Pi day as my CAS project which was an event that gave appreciation to the history and evolution of mathematics in different fields and also gave respect to the subject of physics. I was the event in-charge and overlooked 

LO 1 Identify own strengths and develop areas for growth

Yes, while organizing and participating in the event based on Pi, math, and physics, I identified several strengths and weaknesses. One of my strengths was creativity. I was able to come up with engaging ideas for math entertainment and educational stalls to make the event interactive. However, I recognized that time management was a weakness. Balancing multiple tasks, such as coordinating stalls, preparing activities, and ensuring everything ran smoothly, was overwhelming at times. Being aware of my strengths made me feel more confident in my ability to contribute to an event. In events like this, understanding my strengths helped me focus on tasks where I could contribute the most, such as designing interactive math challenges. For reflection and improvements, I would like to work on improving my time management skills. If I had been more efficient with planning and task delegation. 

LO 2 Demonstrate that challenges have been undertaken, developing new skills in the process

One of the biggest challenges was organizing and managing multiple aspects of the event, including the educational and entertainment stalls, food stalls, and overall coordination. Ensuring that everything was engaging, well-structured, and ran smoothly required a lot of planning, and teamwork. It was challenging because there were many moving parts to handle at once. We had to make sure the math and physics activities were both educational and fun, keep the food stalls organized. 

LO 3 Demonstrate how to initiate and plan a CAS experience

Since I had to overlook all the multiple types of stalls as well as event decor and logistics I took up small tasks and made sure to work on my communication skills such that there were no issues due to lack of communication. For the event I made a doc and for all brainstorming ideas as well as individual roles assigning which I maintained throughout the event. Alongside the doc we made a google sheet which included layout plans, individual royals, stall allocation and groups as well as their stall purpose and role. By maintaining this with everyone in the committee it makes it easier to guide the event for everyone. Usually I don’t know how to organise myself well yet by participating in multiple events over time I have improved and again I used my previous knowledge to well organise this event and I also learned how to use my communication skills. Planning was still the easier part, what was more difficult was the initiation. Due to this being a math and physics event not many were enthusiastic and not everyone chose to do their roles as asked to coordinate with the teachers. Now by organizing this event it will be easier for future events and organising myself. 

LO 4 Show commitment to and perseverance in CAS experiences

Organizing an event based on Pi, math, and physics required a lot of time, effort, and problem-solving. Managing multiple stalls both educational and food-related while ensuring the event was engaging and ran smoothly was challenging. Some obstacles, like last-minute cancellations, technical difficulties, or unexpected logistical issues, required us to stay persistent and find quick solutions. The event required long-term dedication, from the initial planning stages to the actual execution. I try to be committed and persistent, but it can be challenging when faced with obstacles or time constraints. 

LO 5 Demonstrate the skills and recognize the benefits of working collaboratively

Working with others is generally easy for me, but it depends on the situation. If everyone is equally committed and communicative, teamwork is easier. For the Pi, math, and physics event, working with others was both rewarding and challenging. It was easy when team members were proactive and contributed ideas, but difficult when tasks weren’t evenly divided, leading to some people doing more work than others. Collaboration is crucial because no large-scale event can be executed by one person alone. Working together allows for diverse ideas, efficient task management, and problem-solving. Teamwork ensured that every aspect of the event from educational stalls to food stalls was well-organized.

LO 6 Demonstrate engagement with issues of global significance

The event focused on promoting mathematical literacy and STEM education, addressing the global issue of unequal access to quality education in mathematics and science. Math and science are crucial to solving real-world problems, from technological advancements to environmental sustainability. Yet, in many parts of the world, students lack access to quality STEM education, causing lower opportunities in science fields. Understanding global issues like education inequality helps me develop a broader perspective. Being aware of the challenges was global education is eye-opening and somewhat frustrating because not everyone gets the same opportunities to learn. This event stemmed from my belief that making education engaging and accessible can change perceptions about math and science. 

LO 7 Recognize and consider the ethics of choices and actions

One ethical issue in organizing the Pi, math, and physics event was aiming for fair access to educational resources. The ethical issues affected me indirectly. While I wasn’t personally disadvantaged by a lack of STEM education, I became more aware of how some people might struggle with access to quality learning opportunities. It made me more aware of the ethical responsibilities involved in organizing an educational event. Before the event I had a general understanding that education should be accessible, but I didn’t think much about the ethical considerations involved in planning an event like this.

For my final takeaway I can say that I successfully organised and managed my CAS project, Pi day. I developed skills such as communication skills, organization skills, collaboration skills and leadership. I also learned about maths and physics topics which intrigued me and learned about the ethical implications and the engagement of the event with the global issue of quality education.